Safety Talk

What’s at Stake? A helicopter transfer may be needed due to the remoteness of the patient when they need medical attention, or the severity of their need requires rapid transfer to hospital care. Sometimes they need to move to a different hospital for treatment.  Whatever the specifics of the case, these medical needs are urgent and often life threatening. The fastest and safest way to get them to the care they need is by helicopter. But it’s not without risks. What’s the Danger? Working around a heliport presents risks to the helicopter crew, clinical staff on the ground, and the patient. The […]