Code 6

Question 1

Code 6s

Answer 1

Most fire dept will respond to ambulance calls routinely when specifically requested to do so.

Question 2

You should notify the appropriate fire dispatcher when

Answer 2

• The calling part specifically request the fire dept
• They are required in accordance with MPDS and the Resource Allocation Pan. (usually done electronically by the Intergraph CAD)
• there is an MVA (usually done electronically by the Intergraph CAD)
• An ambulance has an usually long distance to travel to the scene, or when the fire department is as close or closer to the call
• A second ambulance is unavailable to assist in an ALS call
• The ambulance crew needs help in loading the patient
  (lift assist)
• An overload situation exists and an ambulance is not immediately available

Question 3

Note*

Answer 3

Remember to notify the fire depts of the ambulance’s response priority.
(ie. fire depts are notified of all MVAs, even if an ambulance is responding routine for minor injuries)