Post Alarm Procedure

1. After responding to an alarm in which any equipment or supplies were used:

A. All supplies will be replaced from wherever they were obtained (i.e. jump kit or ambulance shelves).

B. All equipment shall be cleaned after each use. Any items needing disinfecting will be cleaned with disinfectant provided by the department or receiving facility. These also include the unit.

C. All linens shall be replaced after each use.

D. Any items infected by any communicable disease or body fluids will be decontaminated, following the Decontamination procedure.

2. In the event an item is used and no replacement is available, notify the Chief or any other officer so it can be replaced.

3. A “ Post Call “ checklist will be completed when the unit has returned to the base with all steps initialed. This should be stapled to 911-fax sheet from dispatch and turned in to department officer responsible for vehicle maintenance.

4. The “ Post Call “ checklist will be monitored for compliance.