November 2011

November 30, 2011

Meeting was called to order by President David Dvorsky at 7:30 p.m.

Secretary’s report was approved as submitted by Swisher 2nd by Hills motion carried

Treasurer’s Report:
Treasures report was submit by Dave Dvorsky in Steve Spenler absence balance is $9,577.65, our CD is =
to $5173.94 Treasures report was approved a submitted.

Dave has a copy of the signed contract for Part A training funds, he attended a Share Point Conference
3 - counties are receiving $8733.00 to spend with one county being Johnson County. Should receive the
award around May 1st.

Old Business:

EMS Saturday is scheduled for February 11, 2012 at South Slope Convention Center.
- This will be our 25th consecutive year hosting the conference - Dave shared that it is unusual for a conference
- Focus for 2012 EMS Sat is to provide 7 or 8 CEU on topics need for Con Ed Modules need for EMS transitional
- Association is looking for some unique ideas for the 25 Anniversary if you have an idea or want
to help please contact Dave Dvorsky

Additional speaker suggested was Jonathan Simmons who has a good Blast injuries presentation

Reminder of EMS Transitions:
Current First Responders must transition during 2013 or 2014 renewal cycle changes to EMR
Current EMT-B must transition during 2014 or 2015 renewal cycle changes to EMT
Current EMT-I may transition to the AEMT level before April 1, 2016.
EMT-P may transition to the Paramedic Level before April 1,2018 changes to AEMT
Paramedic Specialist may transition by 2014 or 2015 renewal period changes to CCP

It was also shared that Kirkwood is in the process of pulling together a transitional program to offer no
dates at this time or cost.

Jessica Karr shared that she learned the EMT-B class scheduled to take place in Jan 2012 is being
delayed as the outreach coordinator with the EMSLRC has left the position. Till a replacement is found
to fill the position the EMSLRC does not have the staffing needed to support the class at this time.
Jessica is still confident the class will be held just not sure when it will get off the ground. Cost for class
is expected to be in the $300-$400 range.

New Business:

Dave Dvorsky shared has received many request for a Blood Borne Pathogen Class he found a program
offered by American Heart that includes a DVD and workbook course takes about 25 minutes to
complete. Cost for instructor kit is $25.00 plus $5.00 for each workbook and ask the group if there was
any interest for the Association to purchase the program for use within the County. Tom Trump made a
motion to purchase the BBP program for $25.00 Dan M Coralville 2nd Motion carried.

Sandy Heick shared that she has taken a class and can now provide training for Dependent Adult Abuse
and Child Abuse classes (law change now requires we have 2 hours every 5 years). Contact Sandy if you
have a need for the class.

Kathy Riggle suggested we provide a training on Cable Barriers as the State continues to add them along
the interstate and pose hazards that responders should be aware of.

Dan M asked if it was the Associations intent to provide ALL the necessary transitional classes as part
of not only the upcoming EMS SAT but future ones as well. Dave said he couldn't guarantee ALL class
would be provide but we will attempt to provide as many as possible with in the transitional timeframe.

It was suggested that we set up a Training schedule on the WEBSITE for Transition Topics allowing
others to have the opportunity to attend classes needed. Dave Dvorsky will talk to Webmaster - Steve
Anderson to see if he can set this up on the website.

North Liberty/Coralville is setting up a EMT-B class through Kirkwood classes will be Sunday/Wednesday
with classes being held at Coralville Station from 6 -10. Approximate $ 1000. - $1200 (More details to
come).

A discussion was held on the overall cost volunteers are being charged when gaining EMS certification
through the Community Colleges. The question was asked if the Association has ever approached the
Community Colleges to see if they could provide a reduced rate to Volunteer on local services. It was
shared that we had done this in the past but we had no luck in influencing a reduction in cost due to
college credit hours being given.

It was brought up to the group as a reminder that currently certified providers may attend any EMT-B
classes as a way to receive needed transitional hours. Please contact instructors for class schedules.

Sandy shared there is a individual from Dubuque that has put together a 3 hour transitional class. Sandy
is going to follow up with him and see how the classes are going and report back on possibility of getting
material or see if he would be interested in providing the training in Johnson County.

It was asked if some of our training fund could be used to pay for EMS transition classes.
We will revisit the whole Transitional Training Topic at the next meeting.

Calendar of Events or For Sales:

EMS SAT COMMITTE DAVE WILL CONTACT YOU SOON

North Liberty Replacing O2 Tanks - have some for sale if interested contact North Liberty
Note: Hawkeye fire will Hydro O2 Tanks

Jan 11 - CPR Training Coralville Station at 18:00
West Branch Fire & Rescue
2012 Medical Training Schedule

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Jan 11, 2012 - NIMS
March 21, 2012 - Medical Scenarios/Protocols/Scope of Practice
(Medication/Equipment Review/Vitals Practice)
May 16, 2012 - Cardiac Arrest Scenarios
(Airway Mgmt/King LT/Lucas 2 Device Review)
Sept 19, 2102 - Emergency Driving and Communications
Nov 28, 2012 - Cardiac Arrest Scenarios
(Airway Mgmt/King LT/Lucas 2 Device Review)

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Classes are from 18:30 - 20:30 hrs, provided 2 formal CEH's and are Mandatory for medical personnel.
If you are unable to attend notify Sandy for make -up.

Open to anyone, RSVP to 319-331-5025 at least 1 week in advance.

Meeting adjourned 20:20

Next Meeting will be February 22nd
Oxford Fire at 19:00 hours