Purpose
The EMS Technical Advisory Board (TAB) assists with the planning and delivery of the advanced life support (ALS) service, and those components of the basic life support system (BLS) impacted by ALS service. The board’s responsibilities include working with EMS Administration and the EMS Oversight Board (EOB) to:
- Provide recommendations and information on operational, educational and logistical components of the ALS programs to the EOB.
- Assist in developing policies for seamless delivery of paramedic services throughout Whatcom County.
- Assist in developing a plan for stabilizing the EMS system including reliable funding and consistent service.
Time Requirements
EMS Technical Advisory Board meets every other month. More details can be found here: EMS Technical Advisory Board – Whatcom County
Membership
The TAB will consist of eleven members of the fire and medical services community. The County Executive will appoint members representing County Administration. The City of Bellingham Mayor will appoint the members representing the Bellingham Fire Department (BFD) and City of Bellingham Administration. Fire District 7 and BFD will each appoint one member, EMS Council shall appoint one member, County Executive and City Mayor will jointly appoint one Hospital-Medical community member.
