Handbook
2013-2014

SECTION I
GENERAL INFORMATION
Philosophy and Objectives ............................................................................................................... 3
Equipment and Facilities .................................................................................................................. 3
Accreditation ..................................................................................................................................... 3
Equal Education Opportunity ............................................................................................................ 3
Individuals with Disabilities ............................................................................................................... 4
Control of Casual Contact Communicable Diseases ....................................................................... 4
Notification Regarding Blood-Borne Pathogens .............................................................................. 4
Paramedic Academy Health Screening, Requirements, and Costs ................................................ 4
Visitors .............................................................................................................................................. 5
Observation Cameras ....................................................................................................................... 5
Use of School Facilities .................................................................................................................... 5
Student Sales ................................................................................................................................... 5
Telephone Calls ................................................................................................................................ 5
Use of Electronic Communication Devices ...................................................................................... 5
Advertising Outside Activities ........................................................................................................... 6
SECTION II
ADMISSION AND FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION
Assessment ...................................................................................................................................... 7
Student Status .................................................................................................................................. 7
Registration ....................................................................................................................................... 7
Academic Credit ............................................................................................................................... 7
Transfer Policy .................................................................................................................................. 8
Ohio Articulation and Transfer Policy ............................................................................................... 8
Class Cancellation ............................................................................................................................ 8
Tuition and Fees ............................................................................................................................... 8
Refund Policy .................................................................................................................................... 8
Textbooks ......................................................................................................................................... 9
Tool/Lab Kits ..................................................................................................................................... 9
Protective Equipment and Safety Regulations ................................................................................. 9
Financial Aid ..................................................................................................................................... 9
Change of Circumstances .............................................................................................................. 10
Fraud .............................................................................................................................................. 10
Verification ...................................................................................................................................... 10
Special Conditions .......................................................................................................................... 10
Types of Financial Assistance ........................................................................................................ 10
Consumer Information .................................................................................................................... 11
SECTION III
SCHOOL POLICIES AND REGULATIONS
Satisfactory Progress ..................................................................................................................... 12
Academic Progress and Term Grades ........................................................................................... 12
Lab Sessions ................................................................................................................................. 12
National Incident Management Requirement ................................................................................ 13
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Clinical Rotations/Clinical Book ..................................................................................................... 13
Tutoring .......................................................................................................................................... 13
Attendance ...................................................................................................................................... 14
Appeals/Reinstatement .................................................................................................................. 14
Probation ........................................................................................................................................ 15
Extenuating Circumstances ............................................................................................................ 15
Make-Up Time ................................................................................................................................ 15
Withdrawal Procedure .................................................................................................................... 15
Maximum Time Frame .................................................................................................................... 15
Certificate of Completion/Transcript Requests ............................................................................... 15
Career Passports ............................................................................................................................ 15
National Registry and State of Ohio Credentialing ........................................................................ 16
Early Placement.............................................................................................................................. 18
Emergency Closings and Delays.................................................................................................... 18
Address/Phone Changes ................................................................................................................ 19
Fire Drill and Tornado Procedures ................................................................................................. 19
SECTION IV
STUDENT SERVICES
Employability Skills ......................................................................................................................... 20
Placement and Follow-Up .............................................................................................................. 20
Food and Breaks ............................................................................................................................ 20
Personal Transportation to School-Driving Privileges .................................................................... 20
Lost and Found ............................................................................................................................... 21
Student Fund Raising ..................................................................................................................... 21
Student Welfare .............................................................................................................................. 21
Medication ...................................................................................................................................... 21
ADA Policy ...................................................................................................................................... 21
Privacy of Student Records ............................................................................................................ 22
Falsification of Documents ............................................................................................................. 22
SECTION V
ADULT STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Professional and Legal Requirements of EMS Providers/Student Code of Conduct ..................... 24
Reporting Harassment .................................................................................................................... 25
Aiding and Abetting ........................................................................................................................ 25
Repeated Violations of School Rules ............................................................................................. 25
Butler Tech Honor Pledge .............................................................................................................. 25
Computer Access ........................................................................................................................... 25
Dress Code ..................................................................................................................................... 26
Administration of Student Disciplinary Code .................................................................................. 27
Student Suspension or Dismissal from Program ............................................................................ 27
Emergency Removal of Students ................................................................................................... 28
Discipline of Students with Disabilities ........................................................................................... 28
Search and Seizure ........................................................................................................................ 28
Student Rights of Expression ......................................................................................................... 29
Student Concerns, Suggestions, and Grievances .......................................................................... 29
Faculty Listing ................................................................................................................................. 30
Attachments A, B, and C ................................................................................................................ 32
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SECTION I
GENERAL INFORMATION
The following information supersedes all prior guides and other written material on the same subjects and will remain in force until such time as new guides or materials are approved.
PHILOSOPHY AND OBJECTIVES
The Butler Technology and Career Development Schools (Butler Tech), is dedicated to the delivery of a variety of career technical and academic programs which provide students with the specialized knowledge and skills needed to enter the job market, participate in further educational programs, recognize their rights and responsibilities as productive citizens of society, and meet the changing needs of business, labor, and industry.
EQUIPMENT AND FACILITIES
D. Russel Lee Career~Technology Center (DRLCTC) and the Regional Public Safety Educational
Complex (RPSEC) are the primary Adult Education facilities for Butler Tech. Selected programs and classes are also offered at facilities in Hamilton and Cincinnati. Classrooms and labs provide a comfortable, safe, spacious environment conducive to learning. Labs are furnished with up-todate equipment. Hands-on learning is the focus of all programs. Ample parking is available for students.
ACCREDITATION
Butler Tech is approved and operated in cooperation with the Division of Career Technical and
Adult Workforce Education of the Ohio Board of Regents. Butler Tech is a Candidate for
Accreditation by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education (COE), located at
7840 Roswell Road; Building 300, Suite 325; Atlanta GA 30350; www.council.org
. Telephone:
770-396-3898. Prior to our current candidacy status with COE, Butler Tech was accredited by
NCA.
The Paramedic Academy is accredited by the Ohio Department of Public Safety Services.
EQUAL EDUCATION OPPORTUNITY
It is the policy of this District to provide an equal education opportunity for all students, regardless of race, color, creed, disability, religion, gender, ancestry, national origin, social, or economic background.
Any person who believes that the school or any staff person has discriminated against a student on the basis of race, color, creed, disability, religion, gender, ancestry, national origin, social or economic background, has the right to file a complaint. To file a formal written complaint, individuals should request Form 2260 F1 and return to the District’s Compliance Officer:
Executive Director of Human Resources
Butler Technology and Career Development Schools
3603 Hamilton-Middletown Rd.
Hamilton, Ohio 45011
(513) 645-8240
The complaint will be investigated and a written response will be given to the concerned person within five business days. The Compliance Officer can provide additional information concerning
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access to equal education opportunities. Under no circumstances will the District threaten or retaliate against anyone who files a complaint.
INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act provide that no individual will be discriminated against on the basis of a disability. This protection applies not just to the student but also to all individuals who have access to the District’s programs and facilities. In the event that a student wishes to exercise ADA accommodations the student must refer to Section IV of this document, ADA Policy, for instructions on how to request an accommodation.
CONTROL OF CASUAL CONTACT COMMUNICABLE DISEASES
Because a school has a high concentration of people, it is necessary to take specific measures when the health or safety of the group is at risk. The school’s professional staff has the authority to remove or isolate a student who has been ill or has been exposed to a communicable disease or highly transient pests, such as lice.
Any removal will be only for the contagious period as specified in the school’s administrative guidelines.
NOTIFICATION REGARDING BLOOD-BORNE PATHOGENS
The District is subject to Federal and State regulations to restrict the spread of hepatitis B virus
(HBV) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in the workplace. These regulations are designed to protect employees and students of the District who are, or could be, exposed to blood or other contaminated bodily fluids. Because of the very serious consequences of contracting HBV or HIV, the District is committed to taking the necessary precautions to protect both students and staff from its spread in the school environment.
Part of the mandated procedures includes a requirement that the District request the person who was the source of the potentially contaminated fluids to consent to be tested for HBV and HIV.
Individuals have the right to refuse such consent. Students who choose to be tested will do so at their own expense. Although incidents of exposure will be few, the District has provided this advanced notification. This policy is in place to protect students, faculty and staff. Every effort will be made to protect the privacy of all individuals.
PARAMEDIC ACADEMY HEALTH SCREENING, REQUIREMENTS, AND COSTS
Students enrolled in the Paramedic Academy must provide the following prior to beginning clinical rotations:

A completed physical form, signed by a medical doctor

Documentation of current vaccinations and immunizations

As the specific requirements of the various clinical sites can change during the program the student is required to provide any other medical information as requested by the EMS
Coordinator or Program Director. Failure to provide this information may result in the student being disallowed from utilizing one or more clinical sites thus forcing a dismissal from the program.
The student will be responsible for his/her own medical insurance coverage and costs of any health care provided to the student during clinical rotations. This includes, but is not limited to, costs incurred for testing due to an exposure occurring during a clinical rotation.. Students who do not meet clinical requirements will fail the academy.
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VISITORS
Any person not on an official class roster is considered a visitor. In order to properly monitor the safety of students and staff, all visitors who wish to enter classrooms must report to the office, sign in, and obtain a visitor’s pass from the customer service window.
No adult student may have visitors at school without first obtaining written permission from the
Program Supervisor or designee. Students may not bring their children to class.
OBSERVATION CAMERAS
Observation cameras are in place to monitor the property and facilities of the Butler Technology and Career Development Schools. However, Butler Tech is not responsible for monitoring personal property or personal conduct with observation technology.
USE OF SCHOOL FACILITIES
Those wishing to use school facilities must receive prior approval from the Facilities Department or Building Administrator and will be held responsible for the proper use and safekeeping of the facility approved for their use.
STUDENT SALES
No student is permitted to sell any item or service in school for personal gain. Violation of this policy may lead to disciplinary action.
TELEPHONE CALLS
Except in an emergency situation, classes will not be disrupted for students to receive telephone calls.
USE OF ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION DEVICES
The unethical use of electronic communication devices of any kind is strictly prohibited . Use of cell phone/electronic communication devices is not permitted during class time, except as directed by an instructor in an instructional exercise, including but not limited to text and voice communication, and is subject to disciplinary action.
Cell phones and other communications devices must be carried in a book bag, backpack, or handbag. Cell phones must be on vibrate or quiet at all times. If a cell phone rings during class time, the student must leave the room for the remainder of the class period and will be counted absent for the remainder of that class period. If a cell phone rings during a test, the test will be collected and graded at the time of the offense.
Cell phone usage by students is not permitted in the building, except as directed by an instructor in an instructional exercise. Students must either go outside the building or go to their cars to use their phones.
If a student knows that he/she has an extenuating circumstance (illness in the family, child care issues), the student should notify the instructor at the beginning of the class period. If the student needs to return a call, he/she may be allowed to leave the classroom to return a call.
Public telephones are available for student use in D. Russel Lee and at the Regional Public
Safety Education Complex for local use only. The phones are only to be utilized during non-class time for a maximum of three minutes.
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ADVERTISING OUTSIDE ACTIVITIES
Announcements or postings of outside activities must have the approval of the Building
Administrator of either D. Russel Lee CTC or the Regional Public Safety Education Complex. A minimum of 72 hours’ notice is required to ensure that the Building Administrator has the opportunity to review the announcement or posting. The buildings have a central bulletin board located in the Student Commons/Break Area which may be used for posting notices only after receiving permission from the appropriate Building Administrator.
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SECTION II
ADMISSION AND FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION
ASSESSMENT
Students desiring to be in full-time training programs are required to successfully complete the
ACT Work Keys tests in 1) Locating Information; 2) Reading for Information, and 3) Applied Math prior to admission .
Students who do not meet benchmark scores prior to admission will be given referrals for additional help before retesting. The final test results for both Work Keys and required industry credential testing are included in the graduate’s Career Passport. If industry credential test scores are not available at graduation, the graduate will be instructed to add them when they become available.
A school-identified industry credential assessment will be required of all completing full-time students.
STUDENT STATUS
Regular Student
A regular student must meet one of the following classifications:
1. Completed high school and received a high school diploma
OR
2. Acquired an equivalency diploma (G.E.D.) NOTE: Online GED sites must be accredited by either the United States Department of Education or the Council for Higher Education.
For more information on G.E.D. study and testing, contact the Hamilton or Middletown City
School Districts.
The school does not admit “ability to benefit” (non high school/GED graduates) students as regular students. Students wishing to enroll as non-certificate seeking students will be considered on a case by case basis and will not be eligible for Title IV financial assistance.
REGISTRATION
Registration for full-time adult education classes must be done in person in the Adult Workforce
Education Office at the D. Russel Lee Career Center per posted office hours. After passing the
Work Keys assessment, a non-refundable application fee is due at the time the student applies to become a student at Butler Tech. When the student has completed all necessary procedures to be admitted to a particular program, the student must then pay a non-refundable deposit to hold the student’s place in the program. This fee is credited toward first term tuition.
ACADEMIC CREDIT
In some designated programs, a student enrolled in a job-training course may receive credit toward a Certificate of Program Completion by demonstrating competence gained from previous education or training that relates directly to the field of study (s)he desires to pursue.
Upon the student’s written request for academic credit, testing will be arranged with the student’s instructor to examine the student’s expertise in specific areas of the course’s curriculum. The instructor will then make recommendations to the program Supervisor about the student’s competency, and the student’s record will be credited appropriately. The student will not be required to repeat areas where (s)he can demonstrate proficiency from prior education or training.
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Materials and instruction will be made available so that the student may advance in his/her program even though other students may be studying introductory subjects. Students cannot be excused from class for that period of time; all students must meet the attendance requirement.
Students must test out of an entire term in order to receive credit for that term. The school reserves the right to charge the student an appropriate testing fee.
The Designated Administrator reserves the right to consider individually each request for academic credit and base determinations upon individual merits and the rules and regulations of external approving agencies.
TRANSFER POLICY
Students may be permitted to transfer into some full-time programs from other schools. Prior education will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
Students who wish to transfer from one Butler Tech program to another must meet with the
Registrar and with a financial aid officer to determine course options, space availability, and financial responsibility.
OHIO ARTICULATION AND TRANSFER POLICY
Students who successfully complete specified technical programs are eligible to have technical credit transfer to public colleges and universities. The Career Technical Credit Transfer (CT2) program allows adult career-technical completers the opportunity to transition to Ohio public institutions of higher education. For a complete list of eligible programs and certifications, as well as instructions on beginning the transfer process, please visit the Ohio Higher Ed/University
System of Ohio website at https://www.ohiohighered.org/transfer/ct2 .
CLASS CANCELLATION
The school reserves the right to cancel a class due to insufficient enrollment. If a class is cancelled for any reason, students will be notified prior to the scheduled class by mail or telephone.
TUITION AND FEES
Tuition for each term is due prior to the first class of each term. A student may opt to pay the full tuition for all terms at the beginning of the first term. Students who have not paid their tuition by the first day of class or made arrangements with the designated business manager for payment will not be allowed to attend class.
Individuals who are eligible for financial aid will be allowed to continue in the program. The student is required to pay any amount not covered by financial assistance at the beginning of each term.
All tuition and fees must be paid before graduation from any program. Students completing a program with tuition and fees unpaid will not be eligible to receive a transcript, Certificate of
Completion or Career Passport.
REFUND POLICY
Students are charged tuition and fees on a term-by-term basis. If a student withdraws during a term, tuition and fees owed are based on the following percentages:
Withdrawal Date (last date of attendance) Refund
After the first 50% of the enrollment period No refund
On or before 50% of the enrollment period 25%
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On or before 25% of the enrollment period
On or before 10% of the enrollment period
On or before the first day of class
*(excludes $100.00 of deposit)
50%
90%
100%
Butler Technology and Career Development Schools complies with the Federal Return of Funds policy for all full-time students. This policy is based upon clock hours completed divided by (1) the clock hours in the payment period; and/or (2) the clock hours scheduled to be completed in the payment period. The resulting percentage determines the amount of funds to be returned, if any.
Any cash balance owed to the school becomes the responsibility of the student. Refunds will be processed within 30 days of the date the school determines that the student has withdrawn.
Refunds are made in the following order to the following programs:
1.) Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loans
2.) Subsidized Federal Stafford Loans
3.) PLUS Loans
4.) Federal Pell Grant Programs
5.) Other (WIA/BVR, etc.)
6.) Student
TEXTBOOKS
Textbooks, workbooks, and manuals are not included in the tuition and are to be purchased from the school. Purchased books cannot be returned.
TOOL/LAB KITS
Tool kits and/or lab supplies are required in most programs. If the student already has tools,
(s)he should bring them to be evaluated by the instructor. If students choose to leave personal items on the school premises they do so at their own risk. Only unopened lab kits may be returned for a refund.
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND SAFETY REGULATIONS
In certain instructional areas where potentially dangerous machines and/or materials are used, all students, instructors, and visitors must wear appropriate protective equipment. Appropriate shoes must be worn in all shop areas.
The District promotes and enforces safety rules and regulations according to standards set up by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Safety rules will be reviewed by instructor(s)at the beginning of and throughout the program . It is the student’s responsibility to follow the safety regulations set forth for his/her career-technical program. Students are to report
ALL accidents/injuries to their instructor immediately on the Student Accident Report (form 5340
F1).
Failure to abide by all safety regulations will result in disciplinary action
The school does not carry any type of primary accident/medical insurance on students.
FINANCIAL AID
The primary goal of the Federal financial aid programs is to provide financial assistance to students who, without such aid, would be unable to enroll in Butler Technology and Career
Development Schools programs. No student interested in attending full-time programs should fail to apply because of an inability to meet the expenses. The financial aid office attempts to provide
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assistance to students whose personal and family resources are not sufficient for educational costs.
Financial assistance should be considered as supplemental to the individual and family effort.
Applic ation for financial aid should begin at least two months before the student’s classes begin.
CHANGE OF CIRCUMSTANCES
Students are responsible to report any significant changes of circumstances to the financial aid officer, including enrollment status, satisfactory progress, and permanent address and phone numbers.
FRAUD
There are severe penalties for falsification of financial aid documents or enrollment documents.
Misrepresentation will be reported to the proper authorities and may result in immediate dismissal.
VERIFICATION
Students may be required to provide documents that verify statements made on the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). A student whose application is selected for verification must complete verification no later th an sixty days from the student’s last day of enrollment or August 30, whichever is earlier. If an applicant fails to complete verification by the applicable deadline, s/he forfeits eligibility for Federal student aid.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Financial aid eligibility is usually based on income figures for the calendar year previous to the current school year. If a student’s income for the current year is significantly lower than the base year’s income for reasons such as unemployment, illness, etc., (s)he may request that eligibility be calculated using the “current” year’s income rather than the “base” year. For more information on meeting “special conditions,” see the financial aid officer.
TYPES OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Federal Pell Grant : The Pell Grant is money available through the Federal government and does not have to be repaid. This grant is based upon the student’s financial need. The amount of the award is determined by the student’s expected family contribution and the cost of attendance. To apply for a Pell grant, the student must complete a Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA) form or apply on-line at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
Federal Stafford Loan Program : Low-interest Stafford loans are available through the Direct
Loan (DL) program. The student must complete a FAFSA form before estimated eligibility for loan assistance can be determined. A student loan is a debt which must be repaid.
PLUS Loans : PLUS loans are low-interest loans which enable parents with good credit histories to borrow to pay the educational expenses of a dependent child who is enrolled at least half-time in an undergraduate program.
ENTRANCE and EXIT interviews are mandatory for all students receiving loans and may be accessed at www.studentloans.gov
. A PIN (personal identification number) is required.
Veterans Benefits: Many programs offered by Butler Tech are approved to accept and train veterans who qualify. Our counselors are available to work with veterans and provide information regarding government reimbursement.
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Workforce Investment Act (WIA): Eligible residents of Butler County and several neighboring counties have received training at Butler through this federally funded program. For more information contact the W.I.A. office in your area or the financial aid counselor at the school. In
Butler County, the Butler County One Stop administers W.I.A. funds.
Butler Tech also works with Ohio Rehabilitation Services (BVR) to assist qualified individuals with funding.
Additional information and frequently asked questions about the financial aid process may be viewed at www.butlertech.org
.
CONSUMER INFORMATION
Information concerning campus security, percentage of program completers, and job placement is updated annually and is posted at the district’s website ( www.butlertech.org
)
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SECTION III
SCHOOL POLICIES AND REGULATIONS
NOTE: POLICIES IN PROGRAM SPECIFIC HANDBOOKS SUPERCEDE THE INFORMATION
IN THE GENERAL HANDBOOK.
SATISFACTORY PROGRESS
To successfully complete a full-time program at Butler Tech, students must maintain satisfactory progress requirements. Satisfactory progress is measured by two criteria: 1) academic progress and technical/skill performance, and 2) attendance.
ACADEMIC PROGRESS AND TERM GRADES
Each student is required to complete his/her own work. (See Butler Tech Honor Pledge page 21 ).
The instructor evaluates academic progress on a term basis. Periodic student/instructor conferences and/or timely grade reports keep the student informed of his/her progress. The following grade scale apples to the Paramedic Academy:
93 – 100% = A Excellent
85 - 92% = B Good
76 - 84% = C Satisfactory
70 - 75% = D Passing
Below 70% = F Unsatisfactory
To maintain satisfactory academic progress, a student must achieve a minimum of 76% cumulative average at the end of each term. Any student who falls below 76% will not qualify to proceed to the next term and will be dismissed from the program. If the student ’s grade on any quiz, term exam, or term final is below 80% the student is allowed one (1) re-attempt at the evaluation and the two grades will be averaged.
For each term, quizzes will be computed at 30% of the grade, Term tests will be computed at
30% of the grade, and the term final will account for 40% of the grade. . .
A student must have a cumulative average greater than 76% and pass the FISDAP Paramedic
Readiness Exam (Term IV Final) within three (3) attempts to complete the Paramedic Academy and to qualify to sit for the National Registry Exam. The final program grade will be determined by averaging individual term grades. Note: The student will be charged $50.00 for the second reattempt of the FISDAP Paramedic Readiness Exam.
LAB SESSIONS
Lab sessions are part of the education of the pre-hospital care provider. The labs are designed to reinforce the didactic learning and teach the student the specific skills necessary to the occupation of the Paramedic. Summary skill sheets will be provided which outline the specific performance requirements of the skills taught in the lab. Students must demonstrate competency in the skill before attempting clinical rotations. The instructor’s signature on the skill sheet indicates that the student has successfully performed the skill in the lab setting. Signed skill sheets are retained in the student’s file as documentation of the student’s exposure to the skill.
After completion of the skills in lab, the student is permitted to perform the skill in the clinical setting under the direct supervision of a certified Paramedic, Licensed Nurse, or Physician.
Room 214 is designated as a permanent lab. Students are permitted the use of the lab equipment
(except SIM MAN) during non-class hours. Students may come in to practice skills with preapproval of the Program Coordinator.
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NATIONAL INCIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (NIMS) REQUIREMENT
Each student is responsible to complete the following on-line courses or produce certificates of completion, prior to the end of Term I:
ICS 100.a - Introduction to the Incident Command System
IS – 700.a - NIMS an Introduction
These courses can be accessed at the following website: http://training.fema.gov/IS/
Each course will have a short quiz at the end of the presentation. Once the student has successfully completed the course and quiz (s)he will be provided a link, via e-mail, to access the certificate of completion for the courses. Students must bring a copy of the certificate to Butler
Tech for the student file; the student should also keep a copy for his/her records.
NOTE: You cannot proceed to Term II or obtain an EMS certification from the State of Ohio without completing these courses.
CLINICAL ROTATIONS/CLINICAL RECORDS
500 hours of the Paramedic Academy consist of clinical hours performed at various sites. The student shall adhere to the Butler Tech Code of Conduct during all clinical rotations. The student shall further adhere to rules, guidelines and objectives outlined in the Attachment A of this document. These clinical documents serve as a record of attendance for clinical hours. The student must turn in their clinical paperwork every Thursday when class is held.
The exact hours by clinical category and the required skills are contained in Attachment A. At the beginning of Attachment At is a sheet summarizing the skills which the student is permitted to perform. A student shall not perform any skill in the clinical setting until the skill has been verified and attested with a signature from a paramedic instructor in the lab setting on this sheet.
Each clinical term is designed to build on the previous term ’s skills. Any individual failing to meet
90% of the first term ’s clinical requirements and greater than 90% of each subsequent term’s cumulative clinical hour requirement will be dismissed from the Paramedic program for failure to meet the clinical requirement. At the end of the course 100% of the clinical hours and skills objectives must be completed successfully. Additional Emergency Department hours must be performed to ensure 1,000 total program hours. Clinical hours cannot be utilized to make up any classroom absences over 10% or required lab sessions.
Assuming the team leader role in patient emergency cardiac care is an essential goal in the clinical setting. The Paramedic Academy requires the successful completion of Basic Life
Support CPR (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support
(PALS), or the current program equivalent by the end of the Term in which it is offered. If the student is unable to successfully complete these embedded courses (s)he will not pass that term ’s clinical requirement. If for some reason the student does not complete the embedded course, they must obtain it by the end of the term it is offered. This certification must be obtained by utilizing the AHA on-line course and successfully completion of the specific skills check, at the students cost, by Butler Tech Instructors.
TUTORING
Butler Tech does not employ individuals for the purpose of tutoring. However; the student does have the option of seeking tutoring for subjects covered in the Paramedic Academy. Whenever possible, upon written request from the student, assistance in locating tutors will be provided.
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ATTENDANCE
Each student has primary responsibility for tracking individual absences and tardiness. Students are expected to arrive on time and stay until the end of the class. If a student must miss school due to illness or other emergency (s)he should notify the school prior to class time by calling
(513) 645-8350 or the academy coordinator, and the instructor at the number provided. Students are required to sign in and out on the class sign-in sheet for each session.
All arrivals after the designated starting time will be classified as a partial absence. Leaving class early will also be considered a partial absence. Partial absences will be computed in real time, and are factored into the attendance requirement. The student is responsible for the time allotted for class regardless of the circumstances. If there is a concern at any time those concerns should be addressed with the lead instructor; if the instructor is not available or the concerns are not resolved, issues should be brought to the academy coordinator, program director, and/or building supervisor per the chain of command.
Attendance is reviewed on a regular basis. The following are Adult Workforce Education general minimum standards. Certain programs may have higher attendance standards.
Please refer to program-specific handbooks.
1. The minimum attendance requirement to maintain satisfactory progress is 90% for the term and for the overall program. A student may miss no more than 10% of the scheduled clock hours per term. A student in the Paramedic Academy must maintain a minimum of 90% attendance in class / lab attendance as well as clinical hour requirements.
2. A student whose absences exceed 10% of the scheduled term hours (including clinical hours) at the first evaluation point (mid-point of each term) will receive an attendance notice for the remainder of that term.
3. If the student’s absences continue to exceed 10% of the scheduled term hours (including clinical hours) at the second evaluation point (the end of each term, which coincides with the first payment period) he/she will receive a Standards of Progress Warning. This
Warning will serve as a pre-dismissal notice.
4.
Subsequent attendance evaluations will then occur at the mid-point and end of each successive term.
5. Students who do not meet satisfactory standards of progress for two successive evaluation points will be dismissed from the program and must file an appeal for reinstatement (see Appeals/Reinstatement below).
Students who are absent from school for a two-week period without notifying the school will be dismissed. Students who miss all or a portion of the first day of class without notice to the program supervisor will forfeit their seat in the class.
NOTE: Butler Tech reserves the right to deviate from the above policy in cases where student absences are so excessive at any evaluation point that the student cannot mathematically achieve a 90% attendance average for the term or for the program.
Students who are not meeting minimum attendance/grade requirements at the time financial aid is scheduled for disbursement will not be eligible for those disbursements until satisfactory progress requirements have been met. If the student does not reestablish satisfactory progress within his/her probationary period, financial aid will not be disbursed and the student will be responsible for payment of all tuition and fees for the applicable term(s).
APPEALS/REINSTATEMENT
Students who have been dismissed for failure to maintain satisfactory progress may appeal the dismissal. Appeals must be in writing to the designated Supervisor and must include documentation of extenuating circumstances as well as an explanation of how the issues that lead to dismissal have been resolved. Note: lack of transportation and/or child-care are not
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acceptable as extenuating circumstances. Students will be notified in writing of the
Supervisor’s decision within five business days of the appeal hearing.
If the appeal is accepted, the student may be readmitted for a probationary period and financial aid will be reinstated, if applicable. The requirements which the student must meet will be stipulated in the acceptance notification. If the student meets or exceeds standards during the probationary period, (s)he will be considered to be in good standing. If the student does not achieve minimum standards, (s)he will be dismissed with no additional opportunities for appeal.
PROBATION
A student may be placed on probation due to unsatisfactory academic progress, failure to meet attendance requirements, or for disciplinary reasons. A student that is dismissed from a clinical site for cause will, at a minimum, be placed on probation for the remainder of the course. A student that is dismissed from a second clinical site is subject to immediate dismissal A student will be notified in writing that (s)he is being placed on probation and that notice will include the reason for probation, the length of the probationary period, and the conditions for removal from probation, if removal is applicable. If the student does not meet the conditions of the probation period, (s)he is subject to dismissal.
EXTENUATING CIRCUMSTANCES
When documented extenuating circumstances exist, the school reserves the right to deviate from the stated attendance policy.
MAKE-UP TIME
The Paramedic Academy permits make-up time under the following conditions:
For class absences over 10% as well as any required Lab/Practical Sessions missed, students must arrange with their instructor or program coordinator to make up time.. Absences made up must be for the same amount of time and on the same topic as the subject missed. This make up time must be with an appropriate instructor for the required topic. Payment for make-up time is the student’s responsibility and must be received prior to the make-up sessions . The current cost for make-up time is $35/hour. The most cost effective way to complete this class is to attend EVERY class session.
WITHDRAWAL PROCEDURE
When withdrawing from a training program prior to the official graduation date, it is important for the student to complete appropriate paperwork with the Adult Workforce Education office and any sponsoring agency. Students must also have an exit interview with the program supervisor. This procedure is to insure credit for billing adjustments if they are required. Any refund due to the student will be processed within 30 days of a request.
MAXIMUM TIME FRAME
Federal regulations stipulate that a student must complete his/her program in a maximum time frame equal to one and one-half (1-1/2) times the standard length of the program as expressed in calendar time (weeks to complete the program).
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION/TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS
A Certificate of Completion will be awarded to each student who has met all academic, attendance, and financial requirements or who has successfully maintained an advanced placement assignment through the scheduled completion date . Duplicate certificates will not be issued . In lieu of a duplicate certificate an official letter/transcript verifying dates attended and
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program completion will be issued to the student or the student’s designee upon written request.
A fee of $5.00 will be assessed.
CAREER PASSPORTS
The Career Passport is a portfolio containing training-related documents that describe the marketable skills of the program completer. It is designed to assist students in job seeking and career planning by presenting skills and knowledge acquired while enrolled at Butler Tech..
To receive a Career Passport a student must:
1. Successfully complete a training program.
2. Fulfill all financial obligations (payment in full for tuition, fees, books, etc.)
NATIONAL REGISTRY AND STATE OF OHIO CREDENTIALING
Butler Tech will host a practical exam for the National Registry of EMT at the conclusion of the
Paramedic Academy. Only the testing fees for the practical exam and the first written exam are covered within t he student’s tuition. Butler Tech students who are returning to retest a practical skills test after their class has completed, are subject to a testing fee. Please see the Butler Tech website or course catalog for current testing fees.
Subsequent reattempts at the written exam are the financial responsibility of the student. The written exam testing fee is paid directly to the
National Registry of EMT. These fees are set by the National Registry of EMT and their third party testing agency. Butler Tech has no control over testing fees or the manner in which they are adjusted.
After the successful completion of the National Registry Written and Practical Exams the student must make an appointment with the Butler Tech Program Director to complete the state certification application. The student has sole responsibility in obtaining his/her state certification.
The application process is outlined below.
1. Apply for your NREMT Exam after you have successfully completed the Paramedic program, including your clinical time. The application process should begin 3-4 weeks before you plan to test. (See the facsimile form at the end of this list).
2. After you have completed the exam application contact Butler Tech’s Program Director, who will verify that you have successfully completed the Paramedic program. NOTE: IF YOU
CHECK YOUR STATUS AND FIND THAT YOU HAVE NOT BEEN RELEASED TO TAKE
THE EXAM, CONTACT YOUR INSTRUCTOR TO INSURE THAT THE PROGRAM
DIRECTOR HAS BEEN INFORMED OF THE SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF ALL
REQUIREMENTS.
3. Once you have received an Authorization to Take Test (ATT) you must print the document to present at the Pearson Vue Test Center.
4. Contact Pearson Vue to set up your test appointment:
Cincinnati Office Dayton Office
4770 Duke Drive Suite 385 3033 Kettering Boulevard Suite 320
Mason OH 45040 Moraine OH 45439
513-229-8813 937-294-1458
Additional test sites can be found at http://www.vue.com
. The area of study is Health ,
Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacy and the testing program is National Registry of
Emergency Medical Technicians (NRMET). Select “United States” and then choose the state in which you wish to test.
5. Once you test you may check your status at www.nremt.org
(National Registry website).
6. When you receive notification that you have successfully passed the exam you need to contact the Program Director at Butler Tech to make an appointment to complete your state application and DMA forms. PLEASE NOTE: YOU CANNOT RUN AS A PARAMEDIC WITH
ONLY THE NATIONAL REGISTRY CARD. YOU MUST COMPLETE THE STATE
APPLICATION.
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Follow these easy steps 3 to 4 weeks in advance of when you plan to test. If you need additional assistance, please contact the NREMT at 1-614-8884484. We’re ready to help!
Step 1: Create Your Account
Step 2: Login
Step 6: Check to see if You Are Approved to
Take Your Exam and have been verified, you will see the following link: ‘Print
ATT Letter’.
Read this to avoid delay! You will only see the ‘Print ATT Letter’ when you have been verified to test! This link will not appear if the verification process is not yet complete! home page and login with the username and password you created.
Step 3: Manage Your Account Information information in the Personal Account
Information fields as prompted. The name you include in this area should be the same as what appears on your driver’s license (or the ID you will present at the testing center), and is what will appear on your application, National Registry certificate and card upon successful completion of the examination.
Read this to avoid delay! Make sure the name you use to set up your Account matches the name on your driver’s license EXACTLY
(or the ID you will present at the testing center) or you will be denied access to the testing center on the day of your exam!
Step 4: Create a New Application
Click on ‘Create a New Application’ to apply to take your exam.
Review the Personal Information Summary
– if any items are incorrect, you can make corrections by clicking on
‘Manage Account Information’. complete.
Step 5: Pay Application Fee your Authorization to Test (ATT) Letter by going to the
NREMT home page and logging in using your username and password.
Verification’, this means the NREMT has submitted your information to the program you indicated, and is waiting for authorization from the program indicating that you have completed the course.
Payment’, you must pay the fee prior to receiving an ATT
Letter.
Step 7: Print the ATT Letter to Schedule Your
Exam
Read this to avoid delay! Click on this link to print your ATT
Letter. Print and follow the instructions in your ATT Letter.
Step 8: Call Pearson VUE to Schedule Your
Exam number to call to schedule your examination. time you complete your online application. However, if you choose, you may pay at a later date. and choose ‘Application Payment’.
Read this to avoid delay! An Authorization to Test (ATT) Letter allowing you to schedule your exam will not be issued until payment has been received and all other verifications are complete. tracking slip for mailing your money order to the NREMT. information you should read carefully!
Read this to avoid delay!
You can reschedule your exam up to 24 hours in advance by calling Pearson VUE at 1-866-673-6896 or visiting the Pearson
VUE website. If you fail to appear for your exam, you will have to complete a new application and pay another application fee!
Refunds cannot be issued for no-shows.
If you arrive late for your exam, you may lose your appointment!
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EARLY PLACEMENT
Students in certain full-time programs may be eligible to obtain employment prior to the completion of their training program and have the hours of employment count toward their program hours.
To be eligible to participate in Early Placement in programs which allow this activity, the student must complete an application and meet the following requirements:
1. Must be in the last 30 calendar days of the program
2. Must be current with all financial obligations (payment for tuition, fees, books, etc.)
3. Employer must agree to provide an evaluation of the student’s performance
4. Employment must be in a field related to training and be at least 30 hours per week
5. Must be in compliance with program attendance and academic requirements
6. Must have passed industry credential testing
An application to participate in advanced placement must be completed by the student, submitted to the instructor for sign off, and then approved by the Supervisor of Student Support Services.
EMERGENCY CLOSINGS AND DELAYS
If the school must be closed or the opening delayed because of inclement weather or other conditions, the school will post a notice on the school’s website www.butlertech.org
and notify the following radio and television stations:
WMUB - 88.5 FM WXEG - 103.9 FM WCPO - CHANNEL 9
WINK - 94.1 FM
WBTT - 94.5 FM
WOXY - 97.7 FM
WLQT - 99.9 FM
WTUE - 104.7 FM
WMMX - 107.7 FM
WPBF - 910 AM
WMOH - 1450 AM
WLWT - CHANNEL 5
WKRC - CHANNEL 12
WDTN - CHANNEL 2
WKEF - CHANNEL 22
WKRQ - 101.9 FM WONE - 980 AM WHIO - CHANNEL 7
All announcements will be aired under the name of Butler Tech, D. Russel Lee
Career~Technology Center or Butler Technology and Career Development Schools. Unless a specific announcement is made that states otherwise, Adult Workforce Education Division classes will be closed if the high school classes are closed. This includes evening programs, as communication with adult students becomes difficult-toimpossible concerning a change to “open” status.
Delay announcements refer to a delay in relation to the school’s opening time of 8:00 a.m. Delay announcements for Adult Workforce Education will be calculated from that time. In other words, a
“two hour delay” means that all classes after 10:00 a.m. will be OPEN. A class that normally begins at 8:00 a.m. will begin at 10: a.m.; a class that begins at 9:00 a.m. will also begin at 10:00 a.m. If the weather should become sufficiently inclement to cancel afternoon or evening classes, an announcement will be made via the same media stations. In all cases, adult students should use discretion as to whether or not it is safe to drive.
Classes with required hours must be made up and will be rescheduled by the program supervisor and instructor. Full-time classes with no hourly requirements regulated by outside agencies may be required to make up missed class time as determined by the program supervisor.
ADDRESS AND PHONE NUMBER CHANGES
It is imperative that all students notify the Adult Workforce Education office staff of any changes in address, e-mail address or phone number.
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FIRE DRILL AND TORNADO PROCEDURES
The District has established fire and tornado drill procedures which will be explained by individual instructors. Emergency evacuation routes are posted in all classrooms. It is imperative that students remain with the class; no one is to leave until released by school personnel.
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SECTION IV
STUDENT SERVICES
EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS
All full time programs offer instruction in employability skills appropriate to the specific program of study. Each program offers at least résumé preparation and interviewing skills. All students will be encouraged and have the opportunity to prepare a résumé.
PLACEMENT AND FOLLOW-UP
When a student obtains employment, either by Early Placement or following program completion, the student is requested to provide the following information to the career/technical instructor: employer name; employer address and phone number; immediate supervisor; job title, hourly wage and hours per week worked; job duties; and start date.
During February or March each year, students who completed during the previous 12-month period are contacted to determine current employment status. State and Federal regulations require that placement information be recorded and made available.
FOOD AND BREAKS
No food or drink will be permitted outside the commons/break area and cafeteria, Special permission for an exception may be granted only by the sub-division supervisor and only if the instructor assumes responsibility for making sure that all trash is cleaned up and properly discarded.
PERSONAL TRANSPORTATION TO SCHOOL-DRIVING PRIVILEGES
Maximum speed on school property is ten miles per hour (10 MPH) at all times, twenty miles per hour (20 MPH) at PSEC
Student drivers shall park in designated areas. Students driving to school should enter the building immediately upon their arrival. Loitering in the parking lot and in personal vehicles on school property is prohibited.
Parking Permits are required for all full-time students except RPSEC students.
Upon completion of the Student Application to Drive on School Property (5155 F1) students will be issued a parking permit (hanging tag). Students must have a displayed (visible) parking permit to park in the parking lot. Persistent parking violations or lack of parking permit wil l result in a loss of parking privileges or vehicles towed at the owner’s expense.
Driving is a privilege and if abused, the driving privilege will be revoked. Illegal parking or reckless operation, failure to follow directions given by parking lot supervisors, or disregard to parking lot safety in general will result in disciplinary action and/or loss of driving privileges.
NOTE: Per Ohio Revised Code Section 4509.101 Operation of motor vehicle without maintaining proof of financial responsibility is prohibited. “No person shall operate, or permit the operation of, a motor vehicle in this state, unless proof of financial responsibility is maintained with respect to that vehicle, or, in the case of a driver who is not the owner, with respect to is ope ration of that vehicle.”
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LOST AND FOUND
The lost and found area is in the customer service offices. Students who have lost items should check there and may retrieve their items if they give a proper description. Unclaimed items will become the property of the Student Benevolent Fund.
STUDENT FUND-RAISING
With the permission of the Building Administrator, students participating in school-sponsored groups and activities will be allowed to solicit funds from other students, staff members, and members of the community in accordance with school guidelines. The following general rules will apply to all fund-raisers:
- Students involved in the fund-raiser will not interfere with class activities or students participating in other activities in order to solicit funds.
- A student will not be allowed to participate in a fund-raising activity for a group in which (s)he is not a member.
- No student may use the name Butler Tech for fund-raising activities without proper authorization and supervision by approved staff.
- No house-to-house canvassing is allowed by any student for any school approved fundraising activity.
- A staff member will monitor any fund-raisers that require students to exert themselves physically beyond their normal pattern of activity in order to prevent a student from overextending himself/herself to the point of potential harm.
- No student may participate in a fund-raising activity conducted by a booster club or community organization on school property without the permission of the appropriate administrator.
STUDENT WELFARE
The Program Director and the faculty serve as the student’s advisor in each program of study.
Faculty members are available by appointment to discuss student performance or other classroom concerns and make appropriate referrals. Students may seek counseling services through the office of the Student Support Services and/or the Adult Workforce Education (AWE)
Counselor. Students are encouraged to make the advisor or counselor aware of any special circumstances that affect their educational progress. The Assessment Center is available for student referral and assistance. The AWE counselor and district nurse are available to provide referrals for students with problems such as substance abuse, divorce, domestic violence, or other counseling needs.
MEDICATION
If a student is taking medication, that information should be made known to his/her instructor for health and safety reasons.
ADA POLICY
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act provide that no individual will be discriminated against on the basis of a disability. This protection applies not just to the student but also to all individuals who have access to the District’s programs and facilities.
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The Office of Special Education Programs is the designated campus office to determine appropriate accommodations for students who have requested them. The determination is based on the disability documentation provided by the student and the functional limitations presented by the disability.
It is the student’s responsibility to disclose the scope and nature of his/her disability. Any student who has a disability and would like to request academic accommodations must register with the
Supervisor of Special Education Programs and submit documentation supporting the disability.
The registration and request for accommodations must be on file before any accommodations are considered.
Butler Tech does not assume responsibility for providing accommodations for students who have not identified themselves as having a disability or who have not provided current documentation from a qualified evaluator.
Butler Technology and Career Development Schools is required to advise all students that they may request reasonable accommodations for any testing or written examinations. Any student in an accredited training program with a documented disability, as that term is used in the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), may qualify for reasonable accommodations as defined by the National Registry of EMT’s.
PRIVACY OF STUDENT RECORDS
Student records shall be defined as any material concerning individual students maintained in any form by the Board of Education or its employees, except personal notes maintained by teachers and other school personnel solely for their individual use and not communicated to any other person. All permanent student records are maintained by the Adult Workforce Education office,
Registrar’s office or official storage space.
The consent of the student shall be required when any item in the student’s record is divulged to any person except authorized personnel employed by the Board of Education and having direct educational contact with the student, or representatives of the Ohio Board of Regents, Ohio
Department of Education, and/or the United States Department of Education.
A student has the right to:
I. Inspect and review his/her education records
II. Request an amendment to his/her record
III. Request a hearing (if the request for an amendment is denied) to challenge the contents
of the education records, on the grounds that the records are inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of his/her rights
FALSIFICATION OF DOCUMENTS
Students who falsify any Butler Tech documents will be subject to immediate dismissal from his/her program
Falsification of any academy documents is also in violation of Ohio Revised Code (ORC) 4765 and Ohio Administrative Code (OAC) 4765-8-01. Any action or documentation that can in any way be proven or construed as false is classified as cheating and will result in IMMEDIATE dismissal from the paramedic academy and may be reported to the State. This includes, but is not limited to:

Falsification of Time
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Falsification of Place
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Falsification of Preceptor(s)
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Falsification of Signature(s)
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Falsification of Procedure(s)
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Altering comments of preceptors in any way.
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Falsification of run documentation
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Dishonesty on any class quizzes, exams or tests
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Dishonesty involving any classroom coursework
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SECTION V
ADULT STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT
PROFESSIONAL AND LEGAL REQUIREMENTS OF EMS PROVIDERS,
An EMS student is subject to the same moral and ethical codes of the profession as those who are practicing in the field. While practicing OR training, the State of Ohio EMS Board requires strict adherence to the Professional Standards of Conduct as outlined in 4765-9-01 of the Ohio
Administrative Code. Access to the Laws and Rules governing EMS providers are available on the Ohio Department of Public Safety’s website ( http://ems.ohio.gov
)
Students learn best in an atmosphere of mutual acceptance and trust. Rules and regulations are necessary and, when applied, shall be reasonable and appropriate to the nature of the behavior and in accordance with the holdings of Ohio courts of law. In maintaining the student’s right to equal educational opportunity, it is reasonable and necessary to maintain order in the career/technical center. The Student Code of Conduct sets forth a student discipline code which outlines the conduct for which a student may be removed from an activity, be suspended, or dismissed from school. In the event that an adult student’s conduct is disruptive to the educational process, destructive to property in either the classroom or clinical setting, and/or deprives others of their basic rights, the school will take appropriate action for immediate removal and possible dismissal.
Students are expected to demonstrate the following:
1. A desire to learn and develop their professional skills
2. Preparation for each class
3. Attendance and punctuality for each class
4. Positive classroom participation
5. A courteous, respectful, and non-judgmental attitude towards staff and other students
6. A willingness to receive constructive feedback
7. The desire to take responsibility for their own values, attitudes, interpersonal relationships, and academic performance
Students are expected to refrain from the following:
1. Insubordination: A student shall not disregard or refuse to obey directions or instructions given by school personnel during any period of time when the student is properly under the authority of school personnel.
2. Disruption: A student shall not by use of violence, force, coercion, threat, harassment, unnecessary noise or talking or other behavior deemed undesirable, cause disruption or obstruction to the educational process.
3. Use of tobacco: Butler Tech is a smoke-free, tobacco-free campus
4. Theft
5. Possession of weapons or any item which can be construed as a weapon or destructive device.
6. Possession or consumption of alcohol, illegal drugs, or counterfeit controlled substances
7. Inappropriate dress (see Dress Code)
8. Frightening, degrading, lewd, or disgraceful acts or language (profanity)
9. Hazing
10. Harassment of any type
11. Cheating on any classroom assignments, quizzes, tests, or other assessments
12. Plagiarism or misrepresentation of another student’s work as his/her own.
13. Falsification of any documents used in the enrollment or financial aid processes.
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Violation of the Student Code of Conduct will result in temporary removal, written reprimand, and/or dismissal from the program.
REPORTING HARASSMENT
Butler Tech enforces a zero tolerance policy for any type of harassment, including but not limited to physical, mental, and/or sexual harassment, coercion, interference, or intimidation. Any student who is a victim of harassment, or who witnesses harassment of another individual (staff or student), should report the incident to an instructor, guidance counselor, and/or program supervisor. The informed employee will document the incident in writing and begin an appropriate investigation of the accusations of harassment. Investigation techniques may include interviews with the accuser and the accused, interviews with witnesses, and counsel from local law enforcement.
Retaliation against a student who reports harassment will not be tolerated and is also subject to disciplinary actions.
AIDING AND ABETTING
A student shall not in any way aid or abet another student in violating the Student Code of
Conduct. A student behaving in this manner will be disciplined according to the consequences given for the rule being violated by the other student.
REPEATED VIOLATIONS OF SCHOOL RULES
Repeated violations of school rules may result in suspension and/or dismissal from the program.
BUTLER TECH HONOR PLEDGE
All Butler Tech adult students are members of a diverse academic and social community. The educational value of our programs is critically dependent upon academic integrity. Students are asked to commit themselves to the following Butler Tech Honor pledge:
Understanding that students of Butler Tech are members of an academic and social community, I recognize the importance of my education and the value of experiencing learning in such an integrated community. Because I understand that the value of my education and training is critically dependent upon academic integrity, I pledge to:
1. Complete all assignments and examinations by the guidelines given to me by my instructors
2. Avoid plagiarism and any other form of misrepresentin g someone else’s work as my own
3. Respect my instructors, administrators, peers, and others with whom I engage
4. Adhere to the policies and procedures in the Student Handbook as well as specific policies for the program in which I am enrolled
In doing this, I hold myself and my community to a higher standard of excellence and set an example for my peers to follow.
COMPUTER ACCESS
Due to the design of this program a student must have access to a computer with internet access to successfully complete class assignments. While the computer labs at Butler Tech are available for use by the student, the limited access may prohibit a student from completing the assignments in time allotted. It is the sole responsibility of the student to gain the appropriate access to the computer based assignments.
In order to have access to any district computer the student must sign an Acceptable Use Policy.
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It is illegal to access another student’s account without permission. Such permission must be in writing and must include the instructor’s signature as authorization. Entering and/or reproducing any information that is not directly related to the instructional assignment is strictly prohibited.
It is the policy of the District that a student cannot interfere with the operation of school business.
Unauthorized access, entering unauthorized information, and/or reproducing unauthorized information/material falls under this policy. Students are not permitted to bring, install, or use unauthorized software in any classroom or on any district computer.
DRESS CODE
Appropriate personal hygiene is expected at all times.
Each Paramedic student will be provided two shirts and a photo ID badge. The academy shirt, in conjunction with dark blue or black, non-denim, pants and dark work shoes without open toe or heel, are to be worn while in class or on clinical assignments. Your ID badge must also be worn in class and while on clinical assignments. If the student appears in class without the appropriate attire (s)he will be asked to leave to obtain any missing items. The student will be solely responsible for any missed time and will fall under the partial absence policy.
The Medic Student is expected to be neat, clean and well groomed at all times. While on clinical rotation the student must comply with the following requirements:
The student photo ID must be worn at all times (in or out of uniform) .
No acrylic nails are permitted. Nails are to be manicured and are not to extend beyond finger pads when fingers are extended. Only clear polish is to be worn with the uniform.
Mustaches and beards must be neat and well-trimmed both in class and externship areas. .
Cosmetics must be in good taste and contribute to a professional appearance. Perfume and after shave lotion are not to be worn in clinical areas.
Students are not permitted to wear rings or other jewelry with the exception of the wedding band while in uniform.
The hair style must be professional in appearance and worn so as to avoid touching the collar.
Hair ornaments are not permitted.
Only one pair of small silver or gold ball shaped earrings are allowed in pierced earlobes; otherwise, no earrings are permitted, i.e. no nose rings, lip rings, multiple pairs in each ear(s), tongue studs, etc.
NOTE: If the dress code of the clinical rotation facility has a more restrictive dress code than that noted above, the student must comply with the policy of the facility.
In addition to the above requirements, the following Butler Tech Dress Code may be applicable:
Lower body articles of clothing must be hemmed. Students will not wear short shorts, spandex type clothing, athletic shorts, or miniskirts. Lower garments are to be worn at waist level at all times.
Upper body articles of clothing should cover the body from shoulders to waist; shirts exposing the midriff at any time will not be acceptable. The shirt must be hemmed. The armholes should not expose more than the underarm area. (Tank tops and spaghetti straps are not allowed.) Clothing
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that bears statements, slogans, images, or insignia that are indecent, obscene, profane, lewd, or vulgar is not permitted.
Clothing that bears statements, slogans, images, or insignia that harass, threaten, intimidate, demean, discriminate or suggests violence, and that creates a reasonable risk of substantial interference of the educational process, is not permitted. Clothing that bears statements, slogans, images or insignia advertising, promoting, or depicting alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, or illegal drugs, and that creates a reasonable risk of substantial interference of the educational process, is not permitted.
Tattoos, slogans, insignia, buttons, and other paraphernalia may not be worn or displayed if the message may reasonably be anticipated to create a disruption in the educational process. In the case of exposed areas, the staff may require the student to cover a tattoo with a bandage, or by some other means, while at school. Visible body, facial, or tongue piercing, extreme makeup, and extreme hair color may be restricted, based on what may be acceptable in a typical work environment.
Hats, head coverings,(except in lab work) headgear, scarves, headbands, bandanas, gloves or mittens, and/or sun-glasses (unless directed by a doctor) are not to be worn. Heavy chains, studded bracelets, dog collars, and other articles which may be judged to be potentially harmful to the students and/or could be used as a weapon will not be permitted.
ADMINISTRATION OF STUDENT DISCIPLINARY CODE
While the primary responsibility rests with the program supervisor, the Building Director or designee shall also administer the student disciplinary code and shall use his/her professional judgment in determining the most appropriate disciplinary action to be taken in each individual case.
STUDENT SUSPENSION OR DISMISSAL FROM PROGRAM
A student may be suspended temporarily from a program for up to ten (10) days or dismissed from a program for violations of the Student Code of Conduct. At all levels of disciplinary hearings, the student may have one (1) representative present. The supervisor may elect, at his/her own discretion, to tape the proceedings or have a school employee present to take official notes of the proceedings.
If a supervisor intends to consider either the suspension or dismissal of a student from a program,
(s)he will provide written notification to the student of his/her intended action(s) and the reason(s) why the action is being considered. The student will be given the opportunity to meet with the supervisor and present his/her information. After this meeting, if the supervisor elects to suspend or dismiss the student, the supervisor will notify the student in writing of his/her final decision and provide the reasoning for the basis of the decision.
If the student wishes to appeal the decision of the supervisor, the student must file a written notice of his/her intention to do so with the Executive Director of Adult Workforce Education not later than five (5) days after receipt of the written decision of the supervisor. If an appeal is filed within that time, the student will meet with the Executive Director of Adult Workforce Education and be given the opportunity to present any evidence the student wishes as to why the student should not be suspended or dismissed from the program. The Executive Director of Adult
Workforce Education will consider the evidence and provide the student with his/her decision in writing. The decision of the Executive Director of Adult Workforce Education may be appealed to the Chief Executive Officer in writing within five (5) days of receipt of the Executive Director ’s decision.
If the suspension or recommended dismissal of a student is not upheld by the Executive Director of Adult Workforce Education or the Chief Executive Officer and the student missed class work because of the supervisor’s decision, the student will be permitted to make up all work missed
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and receive credit for it. Students who are suspended or recommended for dismissal for breach of the Student Code of Conduct or for poor attendance may, at the discretion of the supervisor of the program, be allowed to continue to attend class pending appeal.
EMERGENCY REMOVAL OF STUDENTS
If a student's presence poses a continuing danger to persons or property, or an ongoing threat of disrupting the academic process taking place either in a classroom or elsewhere on school premises, the Executive Director of Adult Workforce Education or appropriate administrator may remove the student from curricular activities or from the school premises. A teacher may remove the student from curricular activities under the teacher's supervision, but not from the premises. If a teacher makes an emergency removal, the teacher will notify an administrator of the circumstances surrounding the removal in writing as soon as practical. No prior notice or hearing is required for any removal under this policy. In all cases of normal disciplinary procedures where a student is removed from a curricular activity for less than one (1) school day and is not subject to further suspension or expulsion, the following due process requirements do not apply.
If the emergency removal exceeds one (1) school day, then a due process hearing will be held within three (3) school days after the removal is ordered. Written notice of the hearing and the reason for the removal and any intended disciplinary action will be given to the student as soon as practical prior to the hearing. If the student is subject to out-of-school suspension, the student will have the opportunity to appear at an informal hearing before the appropriate administrator,
Executive Director of Adult Workforce Education or designee and has the right to challenge the reasons for the intended suspension or otherwise explain his/her actions. Within one (1) school day of the decision to suspend, written notification will be given to the student. This notice will include the reasons for the suspension, the right of the student to appeal to the Chief Executive
Officer or his/her designee and the student's right to be represented in all appeal proceedings. If it is probable that the student may by subject to dismissal, the hearing will take place within three
(3) school days. The person who ordered or requested the removal will be present at the hearing.
If the Executive Director of Adult Workforce Education or administrator reinstates a student prior to the hearing for emergency removal, the teacher may request and will be given written reasons for the reinstatement. The teacher cannot refuse to reinstate the student.
In an emergency removal, a student can be kept from class until the matter of the misconduct is disposed of either by reinstatement, suspension or expulsion.
DISCIPLINE OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Students with disabilities will be entitled to the rights and procedures afforded by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA.), or Section
504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
SEARCH AND SEIZURE
Search of a student and his/her possessions, including vehicles, may be conducted at any time the student is under the jurisdiction of the Board of Education, if there is a reasonable suspicion that the student is in violation of law or school rules. A search may also be conducted to protect the safety of others. All searches may be conducted with or without a student’s consent.
Students may be provided lockers, desks or other equipment in which to store materials. It should be clearly understood that this equipment is the property of the school and may be searched at any time if there is reasonable suspicion that a student has violated the law or school rules. Locks are to prevent theft, not to prevent searches.
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Anything that is found in the course of a search that may be evidence of a violation of school rules or the law may be taken and held or turned over to the police. The School reserves the right not to return items which have been confiscated.
STUDENT RIGHTS OF EXPRESSION
The school recognizes the rights of students to express themselves. With the right of expression comes the responsibility to do it appropriately. Students may distribute or display, at appropriate times: non-sponsored, noncommercial written material and petitions; buttons, badges, or other insignia; clothing, insignia, and banners; and audio and video materials. All items must meet school guidelines.
A. Material cannot be displayed if it:
1. is obscene, libelous, indecent or vulgar
2. advertises any product or service not permitted to minors by law
3. intends to be insulting or harassing
4. intends to initiate fighting or presents a likelihood of disrupting school or a school event
B. Materials may not be displayed or distributed during class periods, or during passing times between classes. Permission may be granted for display or distribution during lunch periods and after school in designated locations, as long as exits are not blocked and there is proper access and egress to the building.
STUDENT CONCERNS, SUGGESTIONS AND GRIEVANCES
Butler Tech is here for the benefit of the students. If a student has suggestions that could improve the school, (s)he should feel free to offer them. Written suggestions may be presented to instructors or office personnel.
When concerns or grievances arise, the best way to resolve the issue is through communication.
No student will be harassed by any staff member or need fear reprisal for the proper expression of a legitimate concern. Suggestions, concerns, and grievances may be directed to the program supervisor.
A student has the right to a hearing if the student believes (s)he has been improperly denied participation in a school activity or has been subject to an illegal rule or standard. A student may not petition to have a grade changed.
Any student having a grievance shall first discuss such grievance with his/her instructor within five
(5) working days following the act or condition which is the basis of the grievance. If the discussion does not resolve the issue, the aggrieved may: a. Lodge a written grievance with the program supervisor within five (5) working days following the discussion with the instructor. A standard form shall be supplied by the office of Adult Workforce Education. A copy of the form shall be filed with the program supervisor. A hearing shall be held by the program supervisor within five (5) business days of receipt of the grievance. The aggrieved shall have the right to be accompanied by one (1) representative. b. If the action taken by the program supervisor does not resolve the grievance, the aggrieved shall have a right to request a hearing before the Executive Director of Adult
Workforce Education. The request must be made in writing within five (5) working days following the decision of the program supervisor. The aggrieved shall be advised in writing of the time, place, and date of the hearing. The hearing shall be held within five (5) business days of receipt of the written request for the hearing. The aggrieved shall have the right to be accompanied by one (1) representative.
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c. The Executive Director of Adult Workforce Education shall take action on the written grievance within five (5) working days after the conclusion of the hearing. The action taken and the reasons for the action shall be written and copies sent to the aggrieved and the program supervisor. d. If the action taken by the Executive Director of Adult Workforce Education does not resolve the grievance, the aggrieved may appeal in writing to the Chief Executive Officer within five (5) working days from the receipt of the written decision. The aggrieved shall be advised in writing of the time, place, and date of the hearing with the. Chief Executive
Officer. The aggrieved shall have the right to be accompanied by one (1) representative.
The Chief Executive Officer shall take action on the appeal within five (5) working days after the conclusion of the hearing. The action taken and the reasons for the action shall be written and copies sent to the aggrieved and the Executive Director of Adult Workforce
Education. The decision of the Chief Executive Officer is final.
If the student wishes to take further action after the final appeal has been made, he/she may contact Butler Tech’s accrediting agency. The Council on Occupational Education will require all documentation that the student has followed the stated grievance policy of the institution.
Council on Occupational Education
7840 Roswell Road
Building 300, Suite 325
Atlanta GA 30350
Telephone: 770-396-3898/ FAX:770-396-3790 www.council.org
FACULTY
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Revised September 2013
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Attachment A
Student Name: ___________________________
To Whom It May Concern:
The student whose name appears on the top of this page is currently cleared by Butler
Tech Paramedic Academy to perform the following INITIALED skills and ONLY under the direct supervision of a qualified medical professional . Documentation of the learned skill and competency evaluation are on file at the school. The assigned preceptor reserves the right to allow or disallow any procedure at any time.
If there are any questions or concerns, please contact any of the program’s faculty.
Robert Hasselfeld, Director
Butler Technology and Career Development Schools hasselfeldb@butlertech.org
(513) 645-8269 (Robert Hasselfeld Office)
513-645-8350 (Public Safety Education Complex Main Line)
Procedure Instructor
Initial
Date
Airway Management
Open and maintain the airway
Oropharyngeal airway adjunct
Nasopharyngeal airway adjunct
Manual removal of obstructed airway
Laryngoscopy for removal of airway obstruction
Oral suctioning
Endotracheal (ET) tube suctioning via through a previously established airway or a stoma
Tracheostomy tube replacement
Pulse oximeter and capnography equipment application and reading
Oxygen administration a. Nasal cannula b. Non-rebreather mask c. Mouth-to-barrier devices d. Partial rebreather mask e. Venturi mask
Ventilation management a. Bag valve mask b. Ventilation with a flow-restricted oxygen- powered device c. Positive pressure ventilation devices (manually triggered or automatic ventilators)
Orotracheal intubation a. Apneic patients b. Pulseless and apneic patients*
Nasotracheal intubation
Cricothyrotomy, Surgical
Cricothyrotomy, Needle
Dual Lumen Airway
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a. Apneic Patients b. Pulseless and apneic patients
Extraglottic airways a. Apneic patients b. Pulseless and apneic patints
Ventilator management – 16 years of age or older
BiPAP administration and management
CPAP administration and management
PEEP administration and management
End Tidal monitoring and detecting
Oxygen humidifier equipment application and monitoring
Cardiac Management
Automated external defibrillator (AED)
Cardiac monitor strip interpretation
Manual defibrillation
Synchronized Cardioversion
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Transcutaneous cardiac pacing
12 lead EKG performance and interpretation
12 lead EKG set up and application for electronic transmission
Chest compression assist devices
Carotid massage
Medical Management
Patient Assessment - Medical
Glucose monitoring system
Glood Chemistry analysis
Peripheral IV blood specimens
Auto-injector epinephrine
Trauma Management
Trauma Patient Assessment
PASG
Long Spine Board
Short Spine Board
Splinting Devices
Traction Splint
Cervical immobilization device (CID)
Helmet Removal
Rapid Extrication procedures
Needle decompression of the chest
Soft tissue management
Management of suspected fractures
Bleeding control
Other
IV maintenance and fluid administration
Maintenance of medicated IV fluids
IV Push Medication Administration
IM/SQ Injections
IV infusion pump
Intraosseous insertion
Inhaled / Nebulized Medication Administration
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Oral / Sublingual Administration of Medications
Gastric Decompression
Saline Lock initiation
Maintenance of blood administration
(Blood and Blood products)
Thrombolytic therapy initiation and monitoring
Chest tube monitoring and management
Central Line monitoring
Eye irrigation
Eye irrigation with Morgan lens
Proper BSI
BLS for HCP
ACLS
PALS
Access to indwelling catheter and Implanted central IV ports
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Assessment of the pregnant patient
Assist in normal delivery
Assist in delivery of placenta
The Clinical experience is essential to the education of pre-hospital providers. Clinical education reinforces the knowledge gained through the classroom and lab portions of the program and allows the student to apply the knowledge and skills to real life situations .
Program Clinical Requirements
****The student must complete all of the program’s clinical education requirements prior to being eligible to take the National Registry of EMT’s certification exam.
Emergency Department ADVANCED LEVEL:
(At least 12 hours in 3 different emergency departments and 24 hours at a Trauma Center) 136 hrs
Paramedic Transport Unit:
1) At least 12 hours at 3 different transport agencies.
Maximum 100 hours at one department)
2) A minimum of 48 hours must be scheduled with one or more of the following fire departments: Cincinnati Covington,
Dayton, Florence, Hamilton, Middletown
Behavioral Health Unit:
Emergency Medical Dispatch:
Pediatric Emergency Department:
ICU/CCU/MICU/SICU
Cardiac Cath Lab:
Labor and Delivery:
Respiratory Therapy:
Operating Room with Anesthesia:
306 hrs
4 hrs
4 hrs
20 hrs
4 hrs
4 hrs
6 hrs
4 hrs
4 hrs
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Morgue/Cadaver Lab 4 hrs
There are many skill requirements as well. These are listed below. Students are not permitted to perform any skill until they have been formally trained and have performed the skill during a lab session. The student must also be signed off by program staff prior to performance.
Total Patient Assessment
- 15 Chest Complaints
- 15 Shortness of Breath
- 15 Abdominal Complaints
- 15 Altered Mental Status
- 10 Psychiatric Patients
- 5 Obstetrical Patient
- 2 Neonate Patients
50 of These Assessments must be completed during
ALS Runs during field rotations 90
Adult (>16 and < 70 years of age)
Geriatric (>70 Years of age)
50
30
Pediatric (<16 Years of age)
Life squad assessments
10
50 ALS
Skill Objectives
Successful IV Initiations
Successful IO
IV Bolus medications
50
2
40
Intramuscular Injections
Subcutaneous Injections
Oxygen administration
Nebulized/Inhaled medication administration
Sublingual or PO medication administration
Successful Intubation (LMA does not count)
20
5
10
10
15
5 total; LIVE 3
EKG interpretations
Electrical Therapy delivery
Notification calls
Viewing of live vaginal births & neonate assessments
50
2
15
2
Team Lead 30
In an effort to aid the student in accomplishing all the tasks needed to be successful in this course, clinical forms will be completed and FISDAP time will be closed out by THURSDAY of each week class is held. Clinical forms will be turned in to the EMS Coordinator’s box prior to class THURSDAY .
The time requirements for each term are as follows:
Term 1:
4 hours of clinical time with Emergency Medical Dispatch
4 hours of clinical time with the morgue or cadaver lab
58 hours of clinical time in the Emergency Department
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TOTAL TIME: 66 hours
Term 2:
54 hours of clinical time in the Emergency Department
4 hours of clinical time with Respiratory Therapy
4 hours of clinical time in the Operating Room
4 hours of clinical time in the Cardiac Cath Lab
80 hours of clinical time with an Advanced Life Support Squad
TOTAL TIME: 146 hours
Term 3:
6 hours of clinical time in Labor & Delivery
14 hours of clinical time in the Emergency Department
4 hours of clinical time in an Intensive Care Unit
4 hours of clinical time in the Behavioral Health Unit
20 hours of clinical time in the Pediatric Emergency Department
90 hours of clinical time with an Advanced Life Support Squad
TOTAL TIME: 138 hours
Term 4:
136 hours of clinical time with an Advanced Life Support Squad
10 hours of clinical time in the Emergency Department
TOTAL TIME: 146 hours
Students will complete the clinical time as set in the schedule above. These are the minimum time requirements for each term. The student is able to work past these requirements in the areas of the emergency department and paramedic transport unit time ONLY . Classroom and clinical attendance will be reported to the Butler Tech Student Services office at the midterm and at the end of each term. If the student is not meeting the 90% attendance benchmark, financial aid disbursements will be delayed; academic probation may result as well. All clinical documentation must be completed and closed in FISDAP prior to the term final or you may not be able to sit for that exam.
The program reserves the right to reassign the breakdown of clinical time to react to the availability of clinical sites. Categories may be added or dropped as new opportunities become available or are no longer available. The goal is to ensure the best possible opportunity for a quality clinical experience.
Reminder: Clinical documentation is to be turned in weekly prior to class EVERY
THURSDAY. All hours to that date must also be accounted for and closed in FISDAP.
Clinical Grading
The clinical experience will be graded on a pass/fail basis. Failure to complete the minimum clinical time requirements for any term will result in clinical academic probation. During the probationary term, the student’s clinical schedule will then be reviewed each week by appointment with the EMS Coordinator. If sufficient progress is not made to bring the clinical experience up to minimum levels by the end of the probationary term, the student may be dismissed from the program.
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Documentation
All documentation generated during your clinical experience should be turned in as it is generated. It is in the s tudent’s best interest that all documentation should be copied and copies retained by the student in case there is a future need of this documentation. NOTE: there is no copier available for the student’s personal usage. The copier in the second floor teacher’s workroom is NOT for use by students. All documentation turned in should be placed in the EMS Coordinator’s mailbox. This is the only place to turn in this documentation. Nothing should be given to either classroom or lab instructor OR left outside the Clinical
Coordinator ’s or the EMS Coordinator’s office, OR with the secretaries. Quarterly reports may be generated reflecting a total of all time and skills for each student.
Expectations
Conduct: The Paramedic Academy is an adult education class. Conduct at the various clinical sites reflects that of a mature adult. All of the rules and regulations of Butler Tech Paramedic
Academy apply when attending a specific clinical site. All of the preceptors and course instructors have the right to excuse students from a rotation at any time if he/she feels the student’s actions and/or skills are not appropriate. Remember that students are functioning in someone else’s field under their particular medical licensure; respect and courtesy are mandatory .
Clinical site visits are completed during the course. If for any reason a student is dismissed from a clinical site by their preceptor and/or of the student’s own accord, the student is required to contact the EMS Coordinator IMMEDIATELY.
. The first occurrence of dismissal from a clinical site will result in the student being placed on probation. A second occurrence will result in the student being dismissed from the program.
Any action by a student that results in an untoward event involving a patient must be reported to the EMS Coordinator or Program Director within 24 hours. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action up to, and including, dismissal from the program.
Asking questions related to the student’s learning is encouraged. Questions relating to one’s personal medical needs are PROHIBITED. DO NOT ask questions that equate to “Free Medical
Advice”.
Dress Code: Please Reference Paramedic Student Handbook
Attendance: When clinical time is scheduled, the student is required to attend. Missing clinical is the SAME as missing class and may result in dismissal from the program. There are several paramedic programs in the area competing for limited clinical time. Failure to appear for a scheduled rotation reflects poorly on both the student and the program. Non-attendance will NOT be tolerated. If a cancellation is required, the clinical site and the EMS Coordinator should be notified at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled rotation. Please record time, date, name of person you spoke with, and their title to include in your documentation. Students are permitted no more than one site cancellation per term. A second cancellation may result in probation. If there is a third cancellation within the remainder of that term or the following term the student may be subject to disciplinary action.
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Random site checks may be done by course instructors to ensure compliance with attendance, conduct and dress code. All students have potential to be visited at a clinical site at least once a term.
The clinical documentation sheets have areas for documentation of all skills completed. It is the student’s responsibility to complete the necessary skills prior to graduation. It is the students’ responsibility to keep records of their own progress! This is where copies come in handy!
If the student is having difficulty completing some of the required skills or time and is worried about completion before the end of the term a course instructor should be notified immediately and a course of action(s) can be discussed. We can’t help you if you don’t tell us. Completion of the required skills AND time is the sole responsibility of the student.
Paramedic Clinical Rotations
The student will be notified when they may begin their clinical experience during term I provided the student has:
1. Turned in documentation of all immunizations and current TB test
2. Has undergone a background check
3. Has been issued a clinical shirt and badge
Term 1 requires 10 successful IV placements; these are to be done in the hospital setting ONLY.
Several of the advanced life support skills will be covered in lab prior to the student being able to complete time in the clinical setting; however, there will be some advanced life support skills not covered until after the start of the clinical rotations.
Students can under NO circumstances perform skills they have not yet completed in lab and been signed off on. Nor, can any skills assist in meeting the ALS run requirements prior to the student being signed off on those skills. As new skills are covered in lab and students show proficiency in them, they will be signed off, allowing them to perform these skills during their clinical rotations. A student may only perform those procedures in the
Paramedic scope of practice. If you are asked to perform a procedure not in your scope of practice (i.e. place a catheter or assist with pericardiocentisis), you must respectfully decline!
During all clinical rotations the student should have the opportunity to practice under the direct supervision of experienced providers and demonstrate proficiency.
Patient Assessments:
Purpose: Assessing patients is vital for the proper treatment in the pre-hospital care setting.
This clinical requirement will allow the paramedic student to start thinking more in depth about potential problems and possible pre-hospital diagnosis and treatment. By reviewing the assessment reports, the instructors will be able to gauge a starting level of assessment skills and documentation.
Goals and Expectations: All students are required to perform 20 basic patient assessments.
The narrative portion of the assessment report should focus mainly on the chief complaint of the patient and state any reasoning for the particular treatment given. Be sure to include everything you see relevant INCLUDING pertinent negatives.
Emergency Department:
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o Observe patient assessment including developing relevant medical history and conducting a physical exam o Perform patient assessment to include the taking and recording of vital signs and auscultation of chest sounds o Assist in the Triage of Patients o Perform Peripheral IV insertion o Regulate IV flow rate and calculate drip rates accurately o Observe effects of pharmacological agents administered o Prepare and administer intramuscular, subcutaneous, intravenous, transdermal, sublingual, and oral, inhaled and nebulized medications. o Document classification and uses of drugs administered o Assist in and review the treatment of trauma cases including but not limited to:
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Massive hemorrhages
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Injuries to specific body areas
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Multiple systems trauma
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Suspected fractures
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Head trauma
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Burns o Assess and assist in the management of medical emergencies, including but not limited to:
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Angina Pectoris
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Acute Myocardial Infarction
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Congestive Heart Failure
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Infectious Diseases
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Cardiogenic shock
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Myocardial trauma
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Acute hypertensive crisis
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Neurological medical problems
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Obstructive pulmonary disease
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Substance abuse and overdose
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Complications of diabetes
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Behavioral health issues
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Management of the anaphylaxis patient
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Acute abdominal emergencies o Obtain and analyze relevant ECG strips o Assist in the management of cardiac arrest including the performance of cardiopulmonary resuscitation, airway management, and defibrillation. o Apply ECG monitoring electrodes o Observe the management and assist in the interview of the patient with the following behavioral health issues.
 Suicidal feeling
 Hostility and Violent behavior
 Acute grief and depression
 Paranoia
 Hysterical conversion
 Alcohol and drug abuse o Assist in the proper and safe restraint of combative patients as directed by specific facility staff members and according to that facilities guideline. o Observe and assist in other skills as directed by the preceptor
ALS Field Time: o The time is completed at an approved agency and municipality o The student is under the direction of an EMT Paramedic
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o The student is to function as the third person only, meaning: The student can be removed and the unit would function normally o If the student is employed by the Agency, the time with an assigned preceptor should IDEALY be completed while the student is off duty. o Advanced Life Support Run Criteria:
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The patient REQUIRED at least TWO advanced interventions [EKG, IV,
Medication, etc.]
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Or , the patient ’s condition was such that delay of transport was unacceptable:
(LOAD AND GO AS DETERMINED BY LEAD MEDIC)
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Or, the patient ’s condition was determined to be incompatible with life [DOA, decapitation, etc.]. Include all documentation supporting this determination.
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The student transported patient to the hospital (if applicable)
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The student was an integral part of the run, i.e., the student performed or attempted at least one advanced skill. A run in which the student observes but does not participate is a great learning experience but does not meet the
ALS run criteria.
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The student was under the supervision of at least one Paramedic during all scene care and transport.
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ALS Run forms are subject to audit by the course instructors at any time.
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Level of Run status will ultimately be decided by the course instructors
Behavioral Health Rotation: o Describe the medical legal considerations for management of emotionally disturbed patients. o Describe the behaviors associated with various behavioral disorders o Describe the verbal techniques useful in managing the emotionally disturbed patient. o List the appropriate measures to ensure the safety of the paramedic and the patient. o Identify the techniques used to perform physical assessments on patients with behavioral problems. o List suicidal risk factors o List 10 pharmaceutical agents used to treat behavioral problems and their respective uses.
Emergency Medical Dispatch: o Demonstrate proper use of radio terminology. o Explain criteria used during the triage of calls. o Explain the need for clear and concise communications during medical emergencies.
Pediatric Emergency Department: o See clinical goals for Adult Emergency Department. Note differences of adult and pediatric patients and treatments.
Intensive Care Rotation: o Identify reasons for patient to come to ICU and potential outcomes due to injury or illness. o Name several types of central circulation IV devices o Discuss the possible complications of administering several different IV medications simultaneously o Discuss the role of medications given to patients, possible side effects, and any drug interactions.
Cardiac Cath Lab: o Identify the most commonly diseased arteries in the cardiac circulation
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o Explain the process of cardiac catheterization o Describe the post procedure care and precautions o List the intervention procedures available during a cardiac cath o Identify modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors involved with heart disease
Labor and Delivery: o Identify the three terms of pregnancy and common problems associated with each stage o Identify the risk factors for mother and child with pre and post-term labor o Obtain patient history of the mothers in labor and identify the type of delivery expected o Identify the various stages of labor and what actions are necessary to prepare for an out-of- hospital delivery. o Identify the risk factors in problem pregnancies and births o Be able to assist in neonate care and/or resuscitation o Identify the sections of the inverted pyramid of neonatal resuscitation o Proper warming, drying, and suctioning of the neonate o Perform assessments on two neonatal patients. Document 1 minute and 5 minute
APGAR scores as well as the care given by the nursing staff
Respiratory Therapy: o Assist in and administer nebulized drug therapy. o Observe the collection of arterial blood gases. o Observe the setup and initiation of artificial ventilators. This is to include identifying key terms such as C-PAP, Bi PAP, PEEP. o Assist as needed in the manual ventilation of patients during resuscitative efforts. o Describe indications, contraindications, complications, flow rate and concentration of oxygen delivered of several devices used for gas delivery. o Describe the process of gas exchange in the lungs o Discuss acid/base derangements as it pertains to the respiratory system.
Operating Room: o Proper Bag Valve Mask operation o Demonstrate how to obtain a good mask seal. o Proper head positioning for airway management o Direct visualization and identification of airway anatomy o Proper suctioning technique o Proper visualization of the ET tube passing through the vocal cords o Confirmation of proper tube placement. o List techniques of confirming proper placement of endotracheal tubes o Identify commonly used paralytic drugs and their effects. o Define Fasciculation o Define and demonstrate Sellick’s Maneuver as pertaining to airway management o Define Mallampati scoring and its importance in airway management o Cadaver Lab: o Identify systems and structures of anatomy and their related physiology. o Identify possible cause of death in current understanding of pathophysiology. o Identify co-morbid conditions and how they might relate to present COD. o Note anything interesting or unusual about prior medical history or COD.
Health Screening
A completed physical form must be submitted and approved by the faculty prior to starting clinical rotations . Results of a Tuberculin screening test must be in the student’s file prior to scheduling hours for clinical experience. Documentation of immunization history / status must also be provided prior to the students starting any clinical rotations. The student will be responsible for
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his/her own medical insurance coverage and charges incurred for events occurring during participation in the paramedic academy.
Falsification
Falsification of any academy documents is in violation of Ohio Revised Code (ORC) 4765 and
Ohio Administrative Code (OAC) 4765-8-01. Any action or documentation that can in any way be proven or construed as false is classified as cheating and will result in IMMEDIATE dismissal from the paramedic academy and may be reported to the State. This includes, but is not limited to:
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Falsification of Time
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Falsification of Place
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Falsification of Preceptor(s)
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Falsification of Signature(s)
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Falsification of Procedure(s)
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Altering comments of preceptors in any way.
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Falsification of run documentation
Dishonesty on any class quizzes, exams or tests
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Dishonesty involving any classroom coursework
Interaction with Patients
The student’s conduct should exhibit an overriding concern for the patient and the recognition of the patient’s dignity as a human being. The patient’s rights include but are not limited to:

Considerate and respectful care
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Information concerning care given by the paramedic student
Refusal of treatment
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Consideration of privacy concerning his/her own medical care with the expectation that all communications and records are to be treated as confidential.
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Opportunity to give consent for treatment
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To be informed of your status as a student PRIOR to care rendered.
HIPAA
Protected Health Information [PHI] under HIPAA is defined as information received from, created or received on behalf of your involvement in clinical learning and is any information about an individual which relates to past, present or future physical or mental health or condition of an individual; the provision of health care to an individual; or the past, present or future payment for the provision of health care to an individual.
PHI includes medical records and financial or billing information relating a patient’s past, present or future mental or physical condition. DO NOT DISCUSS your patient care experiences in detail with anyone outside the patient care team involved.
Scheduling
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A MINIMIMUM OF 50% OF THE TERM’S REQUIRED CLINICAL HOURS MUST BE
COMPLETED BY THE MIDDLE OF THE TERM. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY PLACE YOU ON
ACADEMIC PROBATION.
Time scheduled for clinical rotations must be recorded into FISDAP prior to the shift start.
Students may schedule as far out as desired, but must have the time documented in FISDAP for submission to the EMS Coordinator. IF ADVANCED NOTICE IS NOT PROVIDED, THE
TIME/SKILLS/RUN, ETC, ARE SUBJECT TO REVOCATION.
OUR SPECIALTY DEPARTMENTS AND TRANSPORT UNITS ASSIST MULTIPLE SCHOOLS
IN THE PRECEPTING PROCESS. THEY HAVE REQUESTED A MINIMUM OF A WEEK’S
ADVANCE NOTICE OF TIME YOU WOULD LIKE TO SCHEDULE.
Paramedic transport unit
Contact the approved EMS service via telephone. Identify yourself as a paramedic student with
Butler Tech Paramedic Academy. Have ready a list a dates you are interested in riding. Ask to speak with the responsible party for scheduling paramedic students. Ask the responsible party if there are any special requirements [parking, meals etc.] of the particular agency and directions if need be. A list of approved agencies is attached.
If you have a question regarding a particular EMS agency, please speak with the EMS
Coordinator. Please note that the list is subject to availability and may change at any time. All time scheduled with the paramedic transport unit MUST be input on FISDAP prior to the date scheduled.
Emergency Room
Scheduling at various Emergency Rooms is variable do to differing hospital regulations, expectations and availability. A list of hospital emergency departments and contact persons is also enclosed in this clinical folder.
Other Departments/Units:
All scheduling for specific units will be done as listed at the appropriate time. You will be notified when you may schedule at the beginning of each term. If there is trouble reaching a certain contact, please bring it to the attention of the EMS coordinator so it can be rectified as soon as possible.
Please note there are several specialty areas you will schedule through the EMS Coordinator; those will be announced to you at the appropriate time.
Qualification of paramedic unit ride time: o The time is completed at an approved agency or municipality o The student is under the direction of a Paramedic o The student is to function as third person only, meaning: The student can be removed and the unit would function normally o If the student is employed by the Agency, the time with an assigned preceptor should be completed when the student is off-duty. o A student employed and on shift with the Agency may receive credit for skills and hours during his/her ride time ONLY if he/she is working as a third member of the transport team and supervised by a certified paramedic. o Time management is an essential part of the clinical experience and the paramedic program.
Please plan ahead.
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Take the time to enjoy your clinical experience. The more questions you ask, the more you will learn.
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HOSPITAL
Atrium Medical Center
Bethesda North
NAME
Jackie Perkins
Jennifer Conger
PHONE NUMBER
513-705-4517
513-865-2351
Bethesda Arrow Springs
Christ Hospital
Cincinnati
Childrens
Jennifer Conger
Kimberly Butts
513-865-2351
513-585-1046 kimberly.butts@thechristhospital.com
(Liberty) Kenneth Crank
Will Schedule Through EMS
Coordinator
Cincinnati Childrens
Dayton Childrens
Fort Hamilton
Good Samartian
Kenneth Crank
Heather Koss kossh@childrensdayton.org
ER Staff
Jennifer Conger
937-641-4534
513-867-2270
513-865-2351
Grandview Hospital
Jewish Hospital
McCollough Hyde
Mercy Anderson
Kettering Medical Center
Mercy Clermont
Mercy Fairfield
Mercy Mt Airy
Mercy Western Hills
Miami Valley
Sycamore Hospital
Southview
Hospital
Dixie Kirkland
ER Staff
937-636-4302
513-686-3236
Joshua Ingham 937-298-3399 X55773
Joshua.ingham@khnetwork.org
ER Staff 513-524-5400
Jen MacRae 513-624-4515
JXMacrae@health-partners.org
Kathe Smith
Michelle Caudill
Kirk Fischer
Carol Brinker
Mike Callahan
ER Staff
Dixie Kirkland
513-732-8374
513-603-8084
513-853-5996 cabrinker@health-partners.org
937-208-2803
Brenden Deere 937-208-2386
937-384-8791
937-636-4302 or Josh Ingham -see Kettering M
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SPECIALITY CONTACTS
EMERGENCY MEDICAL DISPATCH CONTACTS
AGENCY
Butler County
City of Eaton PD
Hamilton City
Hamilton County
Miami County
Middletown City
Northeast Comm
Preble County
Warren County
CONTACT
Bonnie Short
PHONE NUMBER
513-785-1300
Melissa Schneider 937-681-7677 firemedicmelissa@aol.com
Supervisor on Duty
Supervisor on Duty
Barb Temple
513-639-7880
513-825-2260
937-339-6400
Shelly Meehan
Jody Pettyjohn
Terry Snowden
Supervisor on Duty
513-425-7721
513-677-7000
937-456-6301
513-423-0601
OPERATING ROOM CONTACT
Bethesda North
CARDIAC CATH CONTACTS
Atrium Medical Center
Bethesda North
Good Samaritan
Fort Hamilton
Miami Valley
Mercy Fairfield
Kettering Medical Center
The Christ Hospital
Jennifer Conger
513-865-2351
SHIFTS BEGIN AT 0700 M-F ONLY
Reggie Clark
Jennifer Conger
Charge Nurse
Charge Nurse
Charge Nurse
Charge Nurse
Joshua Ingham
Patty Weinstein
513-420-5175
Dates to her via EMS Coor.
513-872-2370
513-867-2245
937-208-2029
513-870-7106
937-298-3399 X55773
513-585-2623
ICU/CCU CONTACTS
Atrium Medical Center
(CCU only) Jackie Perkins
Kettering Medical Center &
Sycamore Hospital Joshua Ingham
513-705-4517
937-298-3399 X55773
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RESPIRATORY CONTACTS
Atrium Medical Center
Bethesda North
Fort Hamilton Hospital
Jackie Perkins
Jennifer Conger
513-705-4517
513-865-2351
Kurt.Schroeder@healthall.com
Good Samaritan Debbie Clifton
Kettering Medical Center Joshua Ingham
513-862-2423
937-298-3399
Mercy Western Hills
Sycamore Hospital
The Christ Hospital
Jim Betz
Joshua Ingham
April Gochberg
513-389-5148
937-298-3399
513-585-0851
513-705-4517
513-865-2351
OB CONTACTS
Atrium Medical Center
Bethesda North
Jackie Perkins
Jennifer Conger
Ft. Hamilton
Good Samaritan
Mercy Fairfield
Miami Valley
Unit Clerk/
Charlene Brown
Jennifer Conger
Debbie Snider
Charge Nurse
Kettering Medical Center Joshua Ingham
The Christ Hospital
CHILDRENS CONTACTS
Cincinnati Childrens Ken Crank
Cincinnati Childrens- Liberty Ken Crank
Dayton Childrens Heather Koss
513-867-2229
513-865-2351
513-870-7382
937-208-2029
937-298-3399 X55773
Will Schedule through EMS Coordinator
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH UNIT
Atrium Medical Center
Ft. Hamilton Hughes
Internal Medicine
UC Physicians Forest Park
Jackie Perkins
Stephanie Minton
Jennifer Dragisic
kossh@childrensdayton.org
513-705-4517
513-867-2611
513-648-9077
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TRANSPORT UNIT CONTACTS
AGENCY
Anderson Township
Blue Ash
Camden FD
Cheviot Fire Department
City of Cincinnati FD
Clearcreek FD
Colerain Township
Covington FD
CONTACT
Lt. Hathorn
Fire Department On Duty Lt.
Sheila Taylor
Chief Clark
Lt. Douglas
PHONE NUMBER
513-688-8093
513-745-8533
937-452-1239
513-661-2958
513-357-7516
Rob Lantman
Greg Brown
For Pre-Ride Paperwork
937-748-2766
513-825-6143
ONLY DURING 10-12 & 16-1800 NO CALL OFF LESS THAN 24 HOURS
City of Dayton FD
Deerfield Twp
Delhi Townshp
Eaton FD
Evendale FD
Fairfield Fire Department
Fairfield Twp. FD
Florence FD
House Captain
Whomever answers**
Dennis Waldbillig
Jesse Moore
Battalion Captain
Bob Murray
Greg Cifuentes
Jim Coggin
Cpt. McVeigh
859-431-0462
937-333-3139
513-459-0875
513-922-2011
937-456-5361
513-563-2248
513-867-5379
513-887-4402
859-647-5660
Forest Park FD
Germantown FD
Golf Manor FD
Gratis FD
Green Township
Hamilton
Hamilton Township FD
Hanover Township FD
Harrison FD
Hillsoboro
JEMS
Lebanon FD
Liberty Township FD
Loveland/Symmes FD
Maderia/Indian Hill FD
Mason FD
Mt. Healthy (EMT & AEMT ONLY)
Miami Twp (Clermont)
Miami Twp (Hamilton)
Carol Hayes
Chief
Jim Puthoff
513-595-5243
937-855-7259
513-531-2022
Joan Vance or Renee Malone 937-733-7608 (Joan)
Tom Dietz
Jennifer Mason
937-733-7609 (Renee)
513-574-0474
513-785-7509
513-925-5576 Duty Captain
Ben Barnes
Steve Placke
Capt. On Duty**
On Duty Officer
Pat Kirk
Jim Limerick
Brian Hall
Mel Pomfrey
Battalion Chief On Duty
Capt. Ben Dagenhart
513-367-3710
937-393-2902
937-746-3471 Ext. 6
513-228-3852
513-759-7530
513-583-3001
513-271-2669 or 513-561-7926
513-317-2634
513-266-7082
Supervisor on Duty
Steve Ober
513-248-3700
513-941-2067
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Miami Twp (Montgomery)
Middletown FD
Milford FD
Monroe FD
Montgomery FD
Morgan Twp FD
Moraine FD
Norwood FD
Reading FD
Ross FD
Sidney FD
Sharonville FD
Springdale FD
Springfield Twp FD
St. Bernard FD
St. Clair Twp FD
Sycamore FD
Tipp City FD
Trenton FD
Trotwood FD
Union Twp FD Warren Cty
West Carrollton FD
West Chester FD
West JAD
Whitewater Township FD
Wyoming FD
Rosie**
Todd Day
Mark Flanigan
Robin
AC Wolf
Randy McCreadie
Lt. Matheny
Ron Wallace
Lt. Greg Kline
On Duty Captain
Capt. Murphy
Troy Mirick
Michelle Bubmeyer
Shift Supervisor
Mark Senseman
Tina Tripp
Lt. Lackendorf
Leigh Ann
Steve Kelly
Nadine Swift
Steve Schneider
937-438-2340
513-425-7996
513-831-7777
513-539-8380
513-985-1633
513-659-4532
937-535-1120
513-458-4559
513-733-5537
513-863-3410
513-563-0252
513-346-5580
513-521-7578
513-242-9555
513-896-9058
513-792-8565
937-667-1680
513-988-6304
937-854-7270
513-284-1693
937-847-4645
513-777-1133
513-353-4079
513-353-1518
513-821-6836
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Department of Fire
City of Dayton
(937) 333-3139 200 McFadden Avenue
FAX 333-8145 Dayton, Ohio 45403
In consideration of the permission granted by the Chief of the Department of Fire of the City of Dayton...to accompany members of the Department of Fire in the performance of their duty and to ride Fire/EMS equipment...to work with and receive training from various units and members of the Department of Fire in conjunction therewith...I (print name),___________________________________________ do affirmatively and unconditionally, for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns, WAIVE ANY CLAIM which
I may have against the City of Dayton, its officers or employees, for any bodily injury or property damage which I might sustain or incur arising out of or in any way connected with such work or use of equipment. It is understood that my presence in and around the property and equipment of the Department of Fire is granted subject to the discretion of the officers of said Department or any other valid safety official, and may be summarily revoked at any time.
This permission is valid from (Date and Time) __________________to___________________
_______________
Witnessed by (Applicant's Signature) Approved by: (name, rank, assignment)
In compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA)
I, _
____________________ agree not to release any Medical information obtained during my ride time
with the Dayton Fire Department without the expressed written consent of the Dayton Fire Department.
If Applicable, FILL IN INFORMATION REQUESTED BELOW:
Fire Apparatus/Medic Unit # Platoon Hours ______ to__ ____ (Information obtained when scheduling ride time)
Representing: SCC WSU UD UNMC MVH GVH GSH CMC WPAFB GMH KMC OTHER___________
Title:STUDENT/RESIDENT/OTHER Contact Phone Number____________
SUBMITTED BY: (Return to Training Center when Completed)
Rank Assignment
Company Officer's Initials
Original: Training Center
Duplicate: Applicant
Fire/Medic Company
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1. First, call the
at
to schedule a date and time to ride.
2.
will be taken only
3. Riders should have dates and times in mind when calling. The Fire/EMS Office will assign your unit.
4, After scheduling a ride time by telephone, this form, "Visitors' Identification and
Release," must be submitted with date of ride time and appropriate signatures included. This form must be received in the Fire/EMS office
You may fax the form to the Fire/EMS office after you schedule your ride time. The fax number is
5. Please read the form carefully before signing it. If you have any questions or uncertainty about its meaning, feel free to call the Fire/EMS office during the times listed in Item 2.
I. Be properly attired, with a neat and clean appearance. This means a white or light- colored shirt and dark pants. The observer is not to wear T-shirts, sweat shirts, jeans, sneakers or tennis shoes or long earrings. No patches or other departmental insignia may be displayed while riding with DFD.
(FAILURE TO
COMPLY WILL BE CAUSE FOR YOU NOT TO BE ALLOWED TO RIDE)
2. Student nametags are encouraged. Physicians and nurses are asked not to wear anything that identifies them as such.
3. Ride safely:
 Wear seatbelts whenever you are not directly involved in delivering patient care.
 If in delivering patient care, the student needs to stand, or extend his/her reach,
 Remember that the vehicle may become unstable. Take precautions! Hang onto the overhead grab bars. Use a widespread stance, keep your feet about shoulderwidth apart.
4.
If you are going to be late or unable to fulfill the assignment, you must call that company to which you have been assigned, and inform the Company Officer that you will not be there Butler Tech will be notified of your absence.
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