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WFA Clinical Practice Guidelines (Version Control Nov 2011)

in 2005 Wellington Free Ambulance was the first ambulance operator in New Zealand to move away from patient care procedures to clinical practice guidelines. This enables professional staff to apply their knowledge and education in delivering the best clinical pathway for their patient, rather than uncritically following preset procedures that might not be the best clinical care pathway for the patient...

WFA Pulse Newsletter #41 (5 September 2011)

From the CE, paramedics rescue cnowbound toddler, special cardplus offer for service supporters, And the beat goes on, New Chair Ross Martin, Meet the team: Andy Swain, Paramedics specify new uniform, UCC backpacks, Capital of Cool Guidemap, 2011 Annual Dinner, PAD launch a success, Waterfront CPR event, CBR squad ready to go, RE/MAX Villa on board, Racing Baa Blacks, new bequest brochure.

2011 Appeal Resources (1 June 2011)

As part of this appeal we are encouraging the community to 'spread the word' about Wellington Free Ambulance and the vital work they do. One way for people to do this is to send out 'visual statistics' that make up the core of this years' appeal, to friends, family and work colleagues. These statistics, as well as other posters and appeal forms, are available for download by clicking the left-hand image.

WFA Pulse Newsletter #40 (1 June 2011)

In this edition of Pulse: Mobile paramedics to patrol central city, From the CE, Our role explained, Thanks Wellington, Carol's ambulance ride, Calling for street appeal volunteers, Rescue Squad welcomes KPMG on board, Save the date for the 2011 Annual Dinner, Tell us your stories.

WFA Pulse Newsletter #39 (15 April 2011)

In this edition of Pulse: Patron's Message, WFA Responds to Christchurch Earthquake, Opening Ceremony for the Odlin Trust Regional Ambulance Station, The Cahrles & Florence Odlin Trust, New Initiatives - Medics on Bikes, New Stroke Protocols a Breakthrough, Operation Heartbeat a Big Hit in Schools, New Charity Partner - KPMG, New Charity Partner - LawStaff, Recent Fundraising Events for WFA, Support your Unique Ambulance Service.

FY 2009/2010 WFA Annual Report (1 December 2010)

In this report: Chairman's Report, Chief Executive's Report, Cases attended by Job Type, Strategy, Funding and Sponsorship, Board of Management, Personnel, Summary Financial Statements, Audit Report, Membership Policy, Case Studies: Community Partnerhsip, UCC Celebrates 1,000 cases, Team Free gets amongst the Action, New Ambulance station built by public generosity, WFA improves access for Hutt Valley PHO clients, ....

WFA Pulse Newsletter #37 (16 Aug 2010)

In this issue: UCC celebrates 1,000 patients, Johnsonville station, High tech Pajero, A Marathon Event, Going green? All go for the Wellington Regional Ambulance Station, New WFA model ambulance, Annual dinner to celebrate Wellington, New Rotary ambulance on the road, I am Brave!, Mana & Newlands Coach Services Donates new ambulance, New track for driver training, Patient transfer service gets a lift and much more...

Handy CPR Guide (16 Aug 2010)

When approaching the scene of an accident or emergency, follow the DRSABC Action Plan: D - Check for Danger, e.g. electrical cords, petrol or other hazards. R - Response, Check for repsonse, 'shake and shout', If patient is unresponsive/unconscious, then: S - Send for Help, Get someone to call 111 immediately, ask for an ambulance. A - Clear Airway, Place patient on back, tilt head back. Remove any foreign matter from patient's mouth...

WFA Children's Colouring-in book (2006)

Contained in this colouring-in book are pictures of ambulances and paramedics for children to colour in, as well as information on: When should I call an ambulance?, Can you help the ambulance get to your house? How do I call an ambulance?.

Build Your Own Model Ambulance! (2009)

Download and print off this PDF document to build your very own full-colour Mercedes Sprinter frontline ambulance. Instructions for assembly are contained inside the document. Many thanks to the design students at NatColl for creating this document for us.