Little Compton Fire Department Members Train for Emergency Medication Distribution
Photo by Little Compton Fire DepartmentLCFD members practice medication handoff procedures during POD training at the Tiverton Public Library.
Photo by Little Compton Fire DepartmentTraining presentation outlines POD operations for anthrax exposure and other public health emergencies.
Photo by Little Compton Fire DepartmentMedication stations and documentation materials prepared as part of the emergency dispensing exercise.
On January 16th, members of the Little Compton Fire Department, along with regional mutual aid partners, participated in specialized emergency preparedness training focused on Point of Dispensing (POD) operations. The training, conducted at the Tiverton Public Library and led by the Rhode Island Department of Health’s Center for Emergency Preparedness and Response, emphasized the rapid setup and efficient operation of POD sites during large-scale public health emergencies. Participants learned procedures for safely dispensing medications, managing patient flow, maintaining documentation, and coordinating with public health officials. This training ensures that LCFD and its partners remain ready to protect the community by delivering critical medications quickly and effectively should a widespread emergency occur.
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