the par and stocks to be elec-
tronically ordered. If it is not
practical to implement an elec-
tronic inventory management
system, Excel spreadsheets are
useful, particularly when trying
to track expiration dates.
Moving Stock
The RAA system has identified
that a week's worth of fast-mov-
ing supplies (e.g., IV supplies,
nonrebreathers, nasal cannu-
las, ECG pads and nebulizers)
is required. Conversely, slower-moving stock (e.g., defibrillation
pads, endotracheal tubes and decompression needles) can last 7–10
days before reorder. Do not overstock on these supplies; pay atten-
tion to expiration dates.
When ordering supplies, it is best to set aside a specific day of
the week to place orders. This allows for a good working relation-
ship between the EMS agency and its supplier. The supplier and
its warehouse will know when to expect orders and what supplies
are needed. This will help to avoid back orders. RAA's logisticians
set aside early Monday morning for placing supply orders, allow-
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commodity or treatment.
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