Originally Posted by
MedicMan
I know we are going to get the bikes at Hillsborough Fire/ Rescue within the year. My Captain asked me if I wanted to do it?? I don't think it is safe at all. The siren+federal+air horn don't move people, I don't think a Harley is going to.
I heard the samething aswell. HD donated 2 bikes already. I think HCFR is shooting for 6-8 units when its done. Personnal must do the HCSO motorcycle training and be a stand-alone medic. They are talking about using them for higher traffic areas (Dale Mabry, SR60, I75, etc.)
I dont think its a bad idea in theory, but I wouldnt get on one. You know just as well as I do that not everyone has common sence. Think of this; HCSO doesnt even respond bikes emergency to any calls. They're only used for traffic control. Now, we are supposed to use them to run emergency?
They are going to be used for first responce from what Ive heard. responding with an engine and/or rescue. Same alpha, bravo, etc. response, only with a 3 unit.
MedicMan, what station/shift you on? Im putting in an F133 for E14 tomorrow. Station'd at 4A, but I havnt been there all year.
Got 100 miles logged so far this year from jerrying!