The OHIO ASSOCIATION

MISSION STATEMENT

OAEMS mission is to promote and advance the ideals
of organized Emergency Medical Services,
at all levels, throughout the State of Ohio.
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AMBER ALERTS
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Fallen Heroes Memorial Service

June 28, 2008

Click here FALLEN HEROES MEMORIAL to view the current list of honoree's
or to make us aware of someone to be honored

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It's never too early to plan to attend
The 2008 Annual Conference
June 26, 27, 28, 29, 2008

Fort Rapids Indoor Waterpark Resort
Have you made your reservations yet? Rooms are going fast !!!
Click here to view details about the Conference and Lodging
To view the CLASS SCHEDULE click here to view as a PDF document
Click here for the REGISTRATION FORM as a PDF document
A special discount for new members during
E.M.S. WEEK 2008
Thank 's to the generosity of the MASIMO CORPORATION,
we are excited about the return of our long time friend and keynote speaker

Dr. Bryan Bledsoe, D.O.
" The man, the myth, the legend"

Please click here to read his "BIO"
also...

We are happy to announce that Mount Dora, Florida District Chief and former OAEMS President Curtis "Corky" Young has offered to travel back to Ohio to speak at the conference. Corky's appearance has been made possible by a generous sponsorship from Bound Tree Medical. Please click here to visit the Bound Tree Site and here for Chief Young's bio.
...and if that wasn't enough
We are offering a 'VENDOR'S DAY' on Friday. This is a series of "round robin" rotating classes, presented by our vendor's, to demonstrate their equipment and how it applies to patient care. This would be a perfect opportunity to invite your Trustees, City Administrators and Chiefs to audit these classes and to show them first hand what you need to function in the field. (CEU's will be awarded for these classes)
Class schedule will be posted once times and topics are finalized
...Hold On !! We're not done yet !!!
OEMTIA will once again be holding their Summer Conference, on Saturday (6/28), in conjunction with the OAEMS annual conference. If you are an EMSI, this would be an excellent way to satisfy your Instructor and your provider requirements in one week-end. To learn more about OEMTIA , click HERE
and to download the OEMTIA Summer Conference Brochure, click HERE
Oh come on, did you really think we were done?
The ANNUAL ELECTION OF OFFICERS will take place that the Summer Conference.
This year, the following positions are being voted upon. If you feel like taking your OAEMS experience to the next level, submit you letter of intent, along with your resume', to the Recording Secretary
The following individuals have submitted their Letter of Intent.
Director - District 1 (Central Ohio)
Melanie Erbaugh (the current Director and is seeking re-election)
Director - District 2 (Northeast Ohio)
Larry Chaffin (the current Director and is seeking re-election)
Treasurer
Bill Roberts (the current Treasurer and is seeking re-election)
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Future Conferences and their Locations
Fall 08' - October 24 - 26, 2008 - Zanesville Ramada Inn - Click HERE for details
Winter 09' - January 9 - 11, 2009 - Columbus Double Tree Inn
Spring 09' - April 3 - 5, 2009 - Cincinnati Eastgate Holiday Inn
Summer 09' - T.B.A. - Columbus Area

FAll 09' - is in planning stage for the Lima, Ohio area

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The 2008 Annual Recognition Awards are rapidly approaching

Do you know of someone deserving of recognition?

May 1, 2008 is the cut off date for nominations !

Click HERE to view the different awards and their criteria as a PDF or HERE as a Word document

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Click HERE If you would like to see more AED's in your local schools
(Thank you Chief Gary Black for this head's up)
Strongly endorsed by your Board of Directors
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2008 TRAVEL AND LEARN
Come Cruise with us to
Cozumel
Grand Caymen
Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Click HERE for the flyer in PDF format
Travel and Learn 2009
Will be discussed at the 08' ANNUAL CONFERENCE in June at
The Fort Rapid's Water Park and Holiday Inn.
Your input will both be valuable and welcomed
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Take a moment and visit the recently updated page for news from
The Ohio State University and an upcoming EMS and Fire Town Meeting in the Canton area
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Click HERE for a Legislative Update concerning
H.R. 6143 (Ryan White Reauthorization Act)
and
H.R. 3648 (Volunteer Responder Incentive Program Act)
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If you wish to learn even more about The Ohio Association of EMS, then click HERE to view our Power Point Presentation.
(This is a large file, please be patient while it loads)
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Instructor Survey
OAEMS is conducting a survey in order to compile a list of potential speakers for future conferences. If you would like to participate, click HERE
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The 2007 Annual AUDIT COMMITTEE REPORT is available HERE on PDF
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click HERE for
Course objectives
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CODE OF REGULATIONS

Click here to view the most up to date version of
Code of Regulations.

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New and Improved

Individual Member Insurance Coverage
See details HERE

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OAEMS Q&A
1. In what District do I live ? Click here for Answer
2. Who is my County Representative ? Click here for Answer
3. Does OAEMS have a Chaplain? Click here for Answer
4. How do I contact an OAEMS officer? Click here for Answer
5. how can i serve on a committee ? Click here for Answer
6. Where are the conferences conducted ? Click here for Answer
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Remember to check out our the next time that you,
or your department,
are looking for equipment and supplies

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OHIO STATE -vs- MICHIGAN
FRAMED PHOTOGRAPH RAFFLE
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OAEMS PHOTO'S

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Here for Fall 07 Conference
Here for Travel and Learn 2007
Here for Winter 2008
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Are you a

R>REGISTERED VOTER ?

Click HERE to visit the Voter Registration Page

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The EMSC surveys for EMS agencies and hospitals are underway. Printable copies of the surveys, and the link to the electronic version, may be found at the Ohio EMS website, www.ems.ohio.gov under "EMS Surveys". Any questions concerning the EMSC may be directed to District 1 Director Melanie Erbaugh

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AMBULANCE STAFFING LEGISLATION
Legislation is pending to change the E.M.S. staffing make up of your ambulance. At this time, The Ohio
Association of EMS has not taken an official position (pro or con) on this issue. Please click here to view a copy of this pending legislation, take time to read it and then contact your District Director with your thoughts. ____________________________________________________________________________________________

WANT TO HELP?
COUNTY REPRESENTATIVES ARE NEEDED
GO TO THE COUNTY REPRESENTATIVE'S PAGE

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THE ASSOCIATION MINUTES, FOR THE PREVIOUS
CONFERENCES, ARE AVAILABLE AT THE

Recording Secretary's Page

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Attention Nurses and Allied Medical Disciplines

The Ohio Association of Emergency Medical Services is a State of Ohio approved provider for Emergency Medical Services continuing education. Certification #1007 expires 4/30/10. The Ohio Board of Nursing has advised us that our CEU's are acceptable only if a course objectives are attached. These objectives are now being published on this site at the course objectives page. (Note: Due to circumstances beyond our control, we are unable to provide Course Objectives prior to the Fall 2007 Conference). Allied Medical Disciplines (CMA's. RMA's, CRT's, PT's etc) should contact their individual recertification agency.

Do you have a story to tell?

The VOICE of OHIO EMS, the official Magazine of the Ohio Association of E.M.S.
is always looking for a good story to publish. If you have something you would like to have included, or you wish to comment on the magazine's content, please feel free to contact the Marketing and Publication Administrator (formerly the Editor).

BWC ALERT! BWC ALERT! BWC ALERT!

Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation has announced a Flood Relief Plan for those effected by flood damage in the Northwest area of Ohio. Click HERE to read the letter

Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation Board of Directors have announced potential Employer Premium Rate Reductions. Click HERE to read letter #1
Click HERE to read letter #2
Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation Consumer Group Rating Advisor
Click HERE to read this notice
Go To IMPORTANT LINKS to visit their site

Recipe Books are Printed and Ready!!

Thanks for your responses!!

Price: $10.00 + $2.00 shipping and handling
Be sure to look for them at the next conference or contact the OAEMS Office to order.
Enter COOKBOOKS in the subject line.
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