Good hot afternoon from the jumpseat. I apologize for the lack of blogs and
articles being produced from the
jumpseat. It seems like every year the
summer funk hits. Whether it is the kids
being home from school, constant hotter than heck temperatures, or the
increased call volume. Something always seems to slow down the creative juices
in the summer. So what to do….Hmmm…Let’s
write about it!
Summertime in our city seems to be a Hotbed of action,
literally. While the fires seem to slow down the overall call volume goes through the
roof. It is like when the heat goes up
in the daytime it causes problems and when the sun goes down everyone comes out
at night it causes problems.
I wonder if you are seeing an increase in call volume?
I wonder if you are seeing an increase in call volume?
What causes this spike in responses?
As we head into the
dog days of summer, I hope to keep publishing quality jumpseat content. Until then let us all focus in on our safety as
we prepare for our summertime rush.
A few reminders are:
• Hydrate constantly, including the days before your shift
• Carry extra clothes to change into on scene because of the constant sweating
• Allow for extra rehab time
• Call for additional manpower
• Remember to acclimate before the bell rings.
• Make sure to get more rest to prepare for the busier shifts
Most of all we need to watch out for each other when the heat is on. Be safe everyone
Bunker up, buckle in, it’s where we all begin!!!
A few reminders are:
• Hydrate constantly, including the days before your shift
• Carry extra clothes to change into on scene because of the constant sweating
• Allow for extra rehab time
• Call for additional manpower
• Remember to acclimate before the bell rings.
• Make sure to get more rest to prepare for the busier shifts
Most of all we need to watch out for each other when the heat is on. Be safe everyone
Bunker up, buckle in, it’s where we all begin!!!
