Many know by now that 408 was involved in a major MVA on March 10th. We are grateful that our crew sustained only minor injuries. After looking at the unit on scene, I said to Jon that this was the first box we have ever had totaled, I was wrong.... After Excellance looked at the unit, they reported that not only was it not totaled, but that is could be repaired without taking it off the chassis.
I continued to be amazed at the strength and quality of the equipment they produce. Many have see the picture of 223 that hangs in the hall by the break-room. This unit was hit head on on the 67/167 We cut our EMT out of the unit, (she sustained a broken arm) we found that all the doors still opened and the box was still square. Excellance bought that damaged unit from us to sit in their warehouse as a visible example to others of their strength.
I tell you this to say, we place the safety of our crews at the top of the list, especially when we buy ambulances. Days like the 10th tell me that for this purchase, we made a good decision.
