Thanks for the link i searched EMS carry but didn't see the thread. I agree that some people shouldn't carry. But in a rural county where there is only a few deputies on duty at night. been many times that EMS has been sent somewhere and have to wait 20+ minutes for a officer if an officer is even sent. I for one would feel better if i was allowed to carry while on duty.Pretty sure his has been debated here before.
I work full time on a rather busy EMS service. I am completely torn on the issue. I can see the positives and negatives with EMS carry.
I wouldn't trust some I've worked with, with a pair of scissors let alone a firearm. I do carry a fixed blade boot knife on me for self defense if it ever came down to it, which hopefully it does not.
Here is the debate from last year.
https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/carry_issues_and_self_defense/155165-should_ems_carry.html
I say personal choice.... But I have worked with a few people that I would not trust with shoe strings...
Just curious, I have heard an answer but it was from someone who is anti-2a, is it against the law for an EMT to carry? I'm starting classes for my EMT-B soon and would prefer to carry as long as it is not illegal. Obviously if it is, it would be deep concealment.
Thank you, sirs. I wanted to get a better opinion than some anti who thinks guns should be against the law anywhere. I would ask for something to back that up, but if it's not against the law you can't really prove anything.
I see what you're saying, Bill. Just like you said, if I can't defend myself uow can I expect to be able to help someone if the situation goes south. Number one priority is me, then others because if I'm injured I'm no help.
I wouldn't consider doing it if I couldn't carry. A good friend who works for Wishard has told me stories about hearing the shots around the corner and then immediately getting dispatched to go pick the perforated guy up...
Best,
Joe