Dr. Sacco's evidence-based research clearly demonstrates that current protocols are not medically valid. Current protocols do not efficiently use EMS resources and are costing lives. A clear, specific, and measureable EMS objective that maximizes survivability is fundamental for EMS. During a mass casualty incident (MCI), it is critical to have the right objective, tools, and training. Simulations have shown that STM increases the number of survivors (outcomes) for MCIs by hundreds of percent.

STM is being implemented now. Software, training, and field materials are ready for local (city, county, or regional) use today. Consulting to improve performances in EMS drills and exercises can begin immediately. Statewide software use modifications can be ready within 45 days of understanding the Scope Service requirements. An entire state can be trained and STM implemented within 60-120 days.

STM software explicitly addresses the issues that many experienced responders subjectively consider when making triage decisions at an MCI. STM software is easy to use and real-time triage decision support strategies that continually optimize full EMS system resource capacities are easily demonstrated. Speed, precision, and adaptability result in consistently maximized outcomes. There are also future benefits with field PDA and EMS/medical systems integration.

Yes. There are nonautomated solutions that provide similar patient and EMS system outcomes.

Among the highest. STM offers immediate payoffs and substantial and quantifiable outcome improvements in EMS preparedness, response, and capacities. The triage protocol is an essential part of the "brains" of the EMS system. No matter how much is invested, an EMS system cannot overcome an improper matching of its resources to patient needs, especially during an MCI.

Yes. Outcome measurement and simulation software enable sensitivity analyses. A return on investment approach prioritizes high payoff EMS system spending and makes better use of appropriations. STM enables returns on other technology investments in communications and equipment. Without STM, the wrong decisions will just be made faster with more expensive equipment.

Between $8 and $9 billion in federal funding has been allocated to state and local jurisdictions for preparedness and response. Typically these funds are administered through your state emergency management agencies. Allocations are often separated into Equipment, Training, Planning, and Exercises, which match the components of STM implementation. We can help you find the funding!

STM overcomes the inconsistencies of current protocols, and is designed as a regional protocol. The simple scoring measure is precise, reproducible across providers, and consistent across incidents. Routine use of the score ensures accuracy. Also, the software enables region wide resource coordination and management.