Henrietta, NY, March 10, 2011 — Henrietta Volunteer Ambulance (HVA) hosted a unique event on March 2 2011, allowing Monroe Community College (MCC) students to participate in a real-life extrication drill. Students in the MCC Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) class were given the opportunity to see first-hand how to handle difficult situations with patients who have been involved in a motor vehicle crash.

The event involved simulation and role-play, teaching the students how to care for and extricate patients who are trapped within their vehicle. Emergency Medical Services staff must work side-by-side with their local fire departments in order to safely remove patients from their vehicles. This drill was assisted by members of the Chili Fire Department, who provided the necessary manpower, tools and skills to create a real-life simulation environment.

CHS Healthcare is currently hosting one of the MCC EMT courses in its Training Center on Calkins Road, near the agency’s main headquarters. 23 students were given the unique opportunity to participate.