Emergency service training prepares first responders to save lives everyday all across America and throughout the world. Recently, the Cannon County Rescue Squad, Inc. received new equipment to help train local volunteer rescue responders in the removal of victims from motor vehicle collisions. The Rescue Squad was able to purchase new training DVDs and a life-sized mannequin to aid in vehicle rescue (extrication). This equipment is the latest in the state of the art training materials. The new training equipment will enhance responders’ skills and emergency care at the scene of motor vehicle collisions. The equipment was purchased through a project funded by the Tennessee Governor’s Highway Safety Office (GHSO).
Julian S. Wise of Roanoke, VA is known and honored as the ‘Father of Rescue Squads.’ It all goes back to 1928 when he had witnessed a number of emergencies, particularly the drowning of a small boy in the Roanoke River. In discussing the situation with his wife, he found more than encouragement. In fact, he credits her with the idea which has grown to international proportions since he organized the famed Roanoke Life Saving and First Aid Crew (the first in the world) in May 1928. He helped organize many of the first squads in Tennessee.
On May 8, 1978, the Cannon County Rescue Squad, Inc. was chartered with the same mission in mind. For over 37 years, local volunteers have responded in Cannon County and provided this life-saving service. Providing for the proper emergency care is more than just having the right equipment. It is largely impacted by the training of the first responders. Responders take pride in the fact that they are able to help someone in their time of need, but continual training helps these first responders efficiently deal with these emergencies when they arise.
Fred Sherrill, Tennessee GHSO Upper Cumberland Liaison, had this to say about the training grant: “The Governor’s Highway Safety Office is proud to partner with the Cannon County Rescue Squad in efforts to save lives in Cannon County. We know they will use their grant funding for the betterment of the citizens of Cannon County.”
The Cannon County Rescue Squad, Inc. is happy to receive this training grant and the new training equipment. It will assist with responder training for many years to come in Cannon County.
For more information on becoming a volunteer responder with the Cannon County Rescue Squad, Inc., visit our website at www.CannonCountyRescue.com and contact Michael Underhill, CEO, at 615-904-5002 or by email at MUnderhill@CannonCountyRescue.com .
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