This class will focus on scene safety, crew safety, safe patient care and transport when dealing with a violent
and or under-the-influence/ combative patient(s). Please join Eric Zohar as he provides the knowledge and
skills necessary to:
Understanding Potential Threats
Situational Awareness
Prepare, Plan, and Train on How to Respond
Recognizing Possible Threats
Defense Tactics
Crew Communication Tactics
Use of Force Focusing on De-Escalation Tactics
Safe Patient Contact
Tactics for Operating in an Unsafe Environment
Hands-On Skills for Breaking Free, Escape an Assault, and Surviving a Violent Attack
Safe Transport
This course may be applied toward Preparatory or General Elective hours under the NYS DOH BEMS CME
Recertification Program




