Flagler County Fire Rescue and FireFlight Flight Operations Pass Inspections

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Flagler County, FL - Flagler County Fire Rescue and FireFlight flight operations were inspected recently by the Bureau of Emergency Medical Oversight and the Federal Aviation Administration, respectively, and both were found to have "no deficiencies."

The Florida State Department of Health Division of Emergency Medical Services conducted its Compliance Monitoring Site Survey on March 30.

The inspection included a review of the following records:

  • paramedic licensure and training
  • narcotic storage and usage
  • medical director licensure
  • protocols and policies
  • equipment and supplies on all vehicles, including the helicopter
  • compliance with the Emergency Medical Service Tracking and Reporting System (EMSTARS)

“Your vehicles and service records were outstanding,” wrote State Department of Health Emergency Medical Services Administrator Steve McCoy in a letter to Deputy Chief Joe King. “Also, please extend my sincere gratitude to your staff for their assistance and for the overall contribution to your service and community. Your continued support of emergency medical services is deeply appreciated."

Emergency Medical Services Medical Director Kristin McCabe-Kline, who is also Chief of Staff at Florida Hospital Flagler, also sent a note to Chief Don Petito. “Strong work,” she wrote. “I appreciate your expertise and leadership."

The FAA Maintenance Inspector performed a 3-hour inspection on the Flagler County Fire Rescue Flight Operations on April 12 and also found with “no deficiencies.”

“Todd Whaley (pilot) also completed his Part 135 (certification), a 5-hour aural and flight check with 2 FAA inspectors,” said Flagler County Flight Operations Chief Dana Morris.

Photos courtesy of Flagler County Emergency Services.

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