The interim measure was introduced after Singapore Civil Defence Force's (SCDF) Captain Kenneth Tay Xue Qin died following a firefighting operation on a tanker.
The interim measure was introduced after Singapore Civil Defence Force's Captain Kenneth Tay Xue Qin died following a firefighting operation on a tanker.
Previously, an EMS crew would only be dispatched to the nearest landing point - for example, a ferry terminal - for standby upon confirmation of a medical emergency. "Together with the marine EMTs, the EMS crew will be able to provide additional medical interventions for any medical emergency that may arise during the operation, enhancing the operational safety for marine fires," SCDF said.Following CPT Tay's death, the SCDF convened an internal review group to conduct a detailed after-action review of the firefighting operation.
SCDF's reply on Friday comes after Home Affairs Minister K Shanmugam said in a written parliamentary answer on Jul 2 that SCDF will include an EMS crew as part of the firefighting team that"will proceed to the vessel on fire".MP Joan Pereira had asked if additional measures would be taken after the death of CPT Tay.
Singapore Latest News, Singapore Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
SCDF to take up to 20 minutes to respond to minor emergency cases from July 31Examples of these include minor or superficial burns, or low blood sugar, where the patient is still alert.
Read more »
Ambulances to take up to 20 minutes for non-emergency cases as SCDF prioritises resourcesThe "slightly longer" response time for such calls will kick in on Jul 31, says the Singapore Civil Defence Force.
Read more »
1 in 3 of Singapore’s wealthiest billionaires are not originally from SingaporeMost of the top billionaires who were not born in Singapore are from China, while some are from Malaysia and Indonesia.
Read more »
Malaysia-Singapore council pledges support for Johor-Singapore SEZpemThis underscores the council’s dedication to enhancing bilateral economic ties./em/p pThe Malaysia-Singapore Business Council (MSBC) has affirmed its support for the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (SEZ) during its 25th joint meeting in Singapore.
Read more »
9 in 10 Singapore firms eyeing opportunities in Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone: reportA report has found that over nine in 10 Singaporean firms are eyeing opportunities in the proposed Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone. The Singapore Business Federation's findings involved 160 companies; half are already operating in Johor.
Read more »
Singapore core inflation remains at 3.1% for third consecutive monthSINGAPORE: Singapore’s core inflation stayed at 3.1 per cent in May, unchanged from April and
Read more »