The Fredericksburg Rescue Squad accepts Stand-By Requests continuously. We are routinely called upon to provide Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Stand-By Coverage during charity events, sporting events, festivals & other public gatherings within our city limits. Many times, “Rescue Sam,” our award-winning collegiate-like mascot, will join us on these special events!
We are also available for public relations events such as visiting local schools, parade participation, and more. Your requests to visit and tour our rescue squad station and apparatus are most welcomed, too!
Adhering to the high standards established by the Fredericksburg Rescue Squad since 1940, our mission and priority is to provide excellent emergency medical services to our community. As a non-profit volunteer agency, we will make every effort to meet all Stand-By & Public Relations Requests based on the available manpower of our dedicated volunteers. We must receive a 30-day notice for all such requests for scheduling purposes.
What is a Standby Service?
A standby service ensures that a dedicated ambulance, equipped with basic or advanced life support capabilities, is readily available on-site at your event. This service is ideal for providing immediate medical attention in case of emergencies, offering peace of mind for organizers and attendees alike.
Ideal for Various Events:
Our standby services are perfect for a wide range of events, including but not limited to:
- Football games
- Parades
- Community gatherings
- Soccer tournaments
- Fairs
- Road derbies
- Concert events
How to Request Standby Services:
For detailed information or to request our standby services, please contact us directly using the form on this page.
For scheduling purposes, we must receive a 30-day notice for all such requests.
Cost for Standby Services:
Please note the following rates are to be applied to all standby’s that are not hosted/benefiting a non-profit agency. Furthermore, documentation is required from all non-profit agencies for the following rates to be waived.
Standby Rates:
- $36/hr for BLS (Basic Life Support) – 1 EMT-B and 1 Driver
- $48/hr for ALS (Advanced Life Support) – 1 EMT- A,I,P and 1 Driver
- $100 per 8hrs for units and supplies
What is a Public Relations Event?
A public relations event is a request for a visit or tour of our rescue squad station and apparatus. These events are for local school visits, parade participation, and local children’s groups.
Ideal for Various Events:
A public relations event is a request by a non-profit organization looking for:
- Visit or tour our rescue squad station
- Tour of different pieces of apparatus
- Local school visits
- Parade participation
- Boy/Girl Scouts
- Guest speaking
How to Request Public Relations Event:
For detailed information or to request our standby services, please contact us directly using the form on this page.
For scheduling purposes, we must receive a 30-day notice for all such requests.
Cost for Public Relations Event
Recently the cost of providing volunteer EMS stand-by coverage has risen significantly. To help manage these expenses, we greatly appreciate any tax-deductible donations you can provide. Your support is invaluable in covering these essential costs.
