FAQS
Common questions about becoming an EMS volunteer with BSBRA
Q: How much time is involved?
A: Typically, our members are required to do a minimum of 20 hours per month of duty and make a monthly meeting and training. Special considerations are made for work, school, childcare, etc.
Q: Do I have to physically ride on an ambulance?
A: No. There are different types of membership at BSBRA, including dispatcher, which does not involve physically getting on an ambulance.
Q: Do I have to have any kind of medical background or knowledge?
A: Our members come from all different backgrounds, including teachers, mechanics, accountants, housewives, etc. Once a member, you will be given the opportunity to attend trainings, take classes, and become certified as an EMT.
Q: Am I too old/young to join?
A: We'll consider anyone ages 12 and up. There is something for everyone to be a part of.
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Calls to Date
50th Anniversary Day
August 3, 2008
BSBRA Bike Team
Competition
Bay Shore Summit
St Patrick's Day 2009
Youth Squad Pancake Breakfast 2009
2009 Fishing Trip
Youth Squad at Work
We teach our Youth Squad at an NYS EMT level. Most Youth Squad members go on to join the ranks of the regular membership.
Great South Bay Run 2009
Chief of Department, Jason Hoffman
Drill at Bay Shore Marina which was a multi-agency drill and evacuation from Fire Island.
Remsco Dinner 2009
Bay Shore Brightwaters Rescue Ambulance is a non-profit, all volunteer organization whose purpose is to serve the emergency medical needs of the 65,000 residents of Bay Shore, Brightwaters, and West Bay Shore.
Working in conjunction with the Bay Shore Fire Department, Suffolk County Police Department, New York State Troopers, Suffolk County Park Police, United States Coast Guard, MTA Police and others, BSBRA responded to over 3,200 alarms last year. On call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, our members respond to emergency 911 calls ranging from motor vehicle accidents to major illnesses as well as standbys for fires, football games, marathons, etc.
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