Emergency Management And Research Institute

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company_name = Emergency Management And Research Institute
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company_slogan = Your Right To Safety
foundation = April, 2005
location_city = Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh
location_country = India
industry = Emergency Management Services
key_people = Venkat Changavalli, CEO
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homepage = [http://emri.in/ www.emri.in] The Emergency Management and Research Institute (EMRI) was established in April, 2005 as Public Private Partnership. The Institute provides comprehensive emergency management services for Medical, Police and Fire using a single 3-digit toll-free number 1-0-8.

Pioneer of Emergency Management in India

The Emergency Management and Research Institute [http://www.emri.in/ (EMRI)] is an integrated Emergency Response Services provider, the first of its kind in India. It launched 1-0-8 services on August 15, 2005. The Institute, a not-for-profit, was founded and funded by Raju brothers of Satyam Computers.

1-0-8 is accessible from fixed and mobile phones. Apart from handling day to day emergencies, EMRI is also involved in research activities in the areas of medicine (prevention, diagnosis and treatment), crime, traffic disorders, fire, chemicals, pharmacology and biotech. EMRI also provides Emergency Management Training programs for medical professionals, policy makers, public, volunteers and students. Its goal is to be the best in the world in Emergency Response. Throughout the journey, from conception to completion, a set of guiding principles and management concepts have been helpful to focus and deliver a world-class emergency management system that has received praise from international experts.Fact|date=February 2008

EMRI has developed processes and state-of-the-art infrastructure and is operating successfully in the states of Andhra Pradesh and Gujarat in India. The Governments of these two states are committed to assist EMRI in regulatory aspects, canalizing funds, leveraging infrastructure, promoting public awareness, etc. In turn, EMRI is expected to provide its operational expertise, establish similar systems across the State, train the required manpower, etc. Unlike its counterparts in Emergency Management System (EMS) across India, EMRI focuses not only on the Sense aspect of EMS but also on the Reach and Care aspects, thereby addressing the entire delivery model of emergency response.

The intent to operate all these programs is to focus on providing quality Emergency Response with an emphasis on “The more we care…the more we value…the more we respect human life…the more we will develop as a nation…with humanity, humility and commitment to service”. This initiative contributes towards developing the future with state-of-the-art technology in Emergency Management. Satyam Computers provides all technological support to EMRI. International dignitaries and experts also visit EMRI and train the associates.

* [http://www.emri.in/withpress/The%20Hindu%20%20Metro%20Plus%20Visakhapatnam%20%20Dial%20108%20and%20save%20a%20life.htm "Dial 1-0-8 and save a life"]

History Of Emergency Management System

1797' - Napoleon's chief physician implements a prehospital system designed to triage and transport the injured from the field to aid stations 1860 - Civilian ambulance services begin in Cincinnati and New York City

1915 - First known air medical transport occurs during the retreat of the Serbian army from Albania 1920 - First volunteer rescue squads organize in Roanoke , Virginia , and along the New Jersey coast 1958 - Dr. Peter Safar demonstrates the efficacy of mouth-to-mouth ventilation 1960 - Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is shown to be efficacious 1966 - The National Academy of Sciences, National Research Council publishes Accidental Death and Disability: The Neglected Disease of Modern Society 1966 - Highway Safety Act of 1966 establishes the Emergency Medical Services Program in the Department of Transportation 1972 - Department of Health, Education, and Welfare allocates 16 million dollars to EMS demonstration programs in five states 1973 - The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation appropriates 15 million dollars to fund 44 EMS projects in 32 states and Puerto Rico 1973 - The Emergency Medical Services Systems (EMSS) Act provides additional federal guidelines and funding for the development of regional EMS systems; the law establishes 15 components of EMS systems 1981 - The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act consolidates EMS funding into state preventive health and health services block grants, and eliminates funding under the EMSS Act 1984 - The EMS for Children program, under the Public Health Act, provides funds for enhancing the EMS system to better serve pediatric patients 1985 - National Research Council publishes Injury in America : A Continuing Public Health Problem describing deficiencies in the progress of addressing the problem of accidental death and disability 1988 - The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration initiates the Statewide EMS Technical Assessment program based on ten key components of EMS systems 1990 - The Trauma Care Systems and Development Act encourages development of inclusive trauma systems and provides funding to states for trauma system planning, implementation, and evaluation 1993 - The Institute of Medicine publishes Emergency Medical Services for Children which points out deficiencies in our health care system's ability to address the emergency medical needs of pediatric patients 1995 - Congress does not reauthorize funding under the Trauma Care Systems and Development Act

EMRI's Model

Emergency Management requires the integration of three cardinal pillars: Sense, Reach and Care. Even though Emergency Management is the responsibility of the state, it requires partnership with multiple institutions to provide quick and quality response.

Sense

The Sense paradigm of Emergency Management involves in receiving information regarding the emergency. A dedicated toll free number – 1-0-8 – is used to report any of the three kinds of emergences - Medical, Police or Fire. The 1-0-8 call is received by our Communication Officer who collects and records all facts regarding the emergency. The information is then transferred to the Dispatch Officer who identifies the closest ambulance to the scene of emergency and gives instructions for dispatch of the ambulance.

Technology plays an important role in the sense wing of the Emergency Management by providing state of the art CTI (Computer Telephony Integration) solutions for receiving 1-0-8 calls and recording the information.

Reach

Reaching the victim in case of the medical emergency in Golden hour period is crucial. Our Advanced Life Saving (ALS) ambulances are equipped with advanced medical equipment like Defibrillators and Ventilators to aid the patient even during transportation to a hospital. The ambulances are spread through the state and placed strategically so as to reach the victim as soon as possible. In case of Police or Fire emergencies local office of the state Police or Fire department is immediately notified with full details.

Care

Each ambulance is accompanied by a trained EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) who is responsible for pre–hospital care while transporting patient to appropriate hospital for stabilization. If required, the EMT can be in conference (via cell phone) with our in house ERCP (Emergency Response Care Physician) who is a certified medical practitioner and available 24/7 to support the EMT in case of a question or further guidance. Our ambulances are equipped with most common medications and equipments to aid the EMT in pre-hospital care.

External links

* [http://www.emri.in/ (EMRI)]