1. Introduction to Ford Transit Ambulance
Ford Transit Ambulance; Ambulances play a significant role in medical transportation. They are the quickest means of accessing patients in emergencies. The Ford Transit Ambulance guarantees the on-time provision of medical facilities. The multipurpose van is built to ensure the provision of the top emergency medical services. The Transit has earned a good reputation because of its reliability and high performance. The size and power of the vehicle ensure a safer and more relaxed ride. The premium quality of the vehicle provides luxurious accommodation for patients and medical providers. Accessibility is ensured by maintaining the ample interior space. During medical emergencies, ambulances play a vital role by accommodating necessary medical facilities. The Ford Transit Ambulance can be obtained quickly due to its prompt provision of medical facilities. The Transit has utilized technology to cover all areas of the medical industry. The flexible design makes it an efficient product for every kind of healthcare facility. Many of the van’s interior and exterior features are customizable to accommodate different medical equipment. The small space ensures that the medical facilities inside will not move during the journey. These services have also translated to a greater profit margin than its competitors. This model has produced more income than any other ambulance. The versatile van can be adapted according to the changing landscape of healthcare facilities. The vans are a bit crowded but provide enough room for the workers to handle a patient. The compact van has numerous features that separate it from the other models.
2. Design and Layout Features Ford Transit Ambulance
In a combination of the Spanish market holder with the Spanish Red Cross and Ford as supplier, the new Ford Transit Ambulance has indeed been designed and evolved from a blank sheet of paper to meet Red Cross necessities. The new vehicle encourages the carriage of up to 4 emergency medical technicians under optimal operational circumstances and two patients. The layout will be employed to meet each patient hauling needs among up to three medical degrees. The folding safety seats will fit a blend of regular and wheelchair accessibility or some top four-wheel chassis, which offers simple and painless refraction, installation, and consistent transfers across a group of injured individuals. The format of the Red Cross utilizes an established ‘entrance’, ‘practiced’, and ‘exit’ method for the equipment carousel in a built car. Bags and equipment are entered into the car from the required patient treatment area. The required therapeutic component opens the door on the passenger side with easy access. The layout provides room for a considerable array of kitted and suited equipment on display. It is in basic organizational order, which allows medical officers to operate effectively, where things are located to put hands back on anything efficiently. The actual layout of ambulance space is essential for reliable emergency treatment. After injuries have been managed, nurses and specialized transporting ambulance staff may handle various injuries in advance that depend on the level of care required and the severity of an injury.
2.1. Spacious Interior for Medical Equipment
The Ford Transit Ambulance boasts a substantial 50 cu ft of usable interior width and 72 in of interior height, ensuring that your emergency or other medical responders can efficiently maneuver while onboard. These generous dimensions also allow you to focus on cabinets and storage spaces that correctly accommodate medical equipment in practical, organized ways and also allow for the widescreen design when necessary. The interior of the Transit Ambulance is spacious and expertly planned with a cabinet design that balances equal needs for convenient access to life-saving equipment with secure, durable stowage. With such a system, the driver or aide can reach the things they need in a hurry without leaving the patient’s side. When you order our oxygen bottle holder-mounted console, the main floor area is a spacious 51 inches wide by 146 inches long.
The Ford Transit can accommodate medical equipment such as a cardiac monitor, defibrillator, IV bags, suction equipment, oxygen, backboards, trauma bags, and more. In the specialty and emergency response vehicle industry, a well-appointed, spacious ambulance interior pays off in two ways: first, it can be packed full of medical gear without being crowded, allowing for maximum patient space and a trim, clean look in the interior of the vehicle. A clean, uncluttered interior makes a nice, soothing workspace for medical responders and has a calming effect on patients during transport as well. Second, that extra space is flexible and can be used to accommodate changing levels of medical equipment as the ambulance’s service area evolves, which is especially important when the unit’s regulars change. Finally, with the flexibility to go from lights and sirens to routine work and the vehicle space to fit into urban or rural rescue scenarios, the Transit Ambulance can be called on to handle a wide variety of emergency response tasks, hazmat, equipment upsizing, and terror threats, to name a few.
2.2. Ergonomic Cabin Design for Crew Comfort
Unpacking the second feature of the new Ford Transit ambulance—ergonomic cabin design for crew comfort, we shift our focus to the driver and crew’s work environment. Extensive briefing and hands-on support from professional ambulance workers have led to the development of a spacious cabin that can provide ergonomic seating for a three-person crew. Spacing, layout, materials, and colors all converge in support of extended shifts. The cabin layout affords a high degree of crew flexibility and speed of interaction, contributing to faster patient loading and release. Controls are glove-friendly, so there will be few problems with speed and efficiency from firefighters, the police, or other ambulance operatives who will invariably be first on the scene. A tangled web of cables and connectors cannot misbehave when continually and rapidly entering and leaving the cabin as the door is operated in a controlled state fully open: some 64 seats were tested before selecting the most appropriate just for this purpose to avoid any slip and trip hazards.
Special attention has been paid to the fully adjustable driver’s seat. Unlike the traditional shift labor patterns used throughout the year in hospitals, the working patterns of frontline staff in the emergency services such as the police, fire, and ambulance personnel can fluctuate without notice while responding to the operational demand. Ford has taken a major step to reduce the stresses and strains on drivers and crew sharing the intense professional demands of providing effective emergency response capabilities. The front seating area is equipped with easy-to-use supportive adjustment features—the telescopic steering column can be moved inwards and outwards while the ingress height can also be modified. The system is the hub of the Transit Cabin, enabling the connected vehicle technology in which vehicle and fleet operators can maximize efficiency by tracking the location and distance a unit has traveled—and how it was driven. The hands-free approach for the communications system ensures that the driver remains focused on the road and traffic conditions; similarly, extensive health and safety assessments have been conducted around the operation and use of the climate control in the ambulance to ensure that communications, control, and retrieval of emergency calls remain unaffected. This driver may have a heavy increase in body temperature from the exertion involved in administering CPR techniques despite air conditioning facilities. Climate control provides ambient cabin temperatures of 20°C and 26°C. The crew’s working environment deserves equipment that makes it safe and comfortable not just for the patient but for the crew as well. Aesthetics of the design have also been paid particular attention to lead the Transit range, which currently includes bus, minibus, and paramedic specification vehicles, into a new era of ambulance fleet operations.
3. Safety and Security Features Ford Transit Ambulance
In high-stress, high-stakes situations, the vehicle you rely on must do more than perform—it must protect. Ford Transit features combine with advanced vehicle engineering to help safeguard passengers and cargo. Ford takes the term “availability” very seriously, and that applies to your vehicle and equipment as well. The Ford vehicle warranty covers ambulances that are completed or remounted on our chassis—right out of the box. All of Ford’s systems are designed to keep your vehicle and your tools of patient care online and available around the clock.
The Ford Transit Ambulance is designed to safely transport crew members and patients during emergency and non-emergency situations. Ford Transit features and technology such as advanced airbag systems, side-intrusion door beams, arched reinforced side panels, hydro-formed front frame-rail extensions in the bumper, unique dynamic side-impact testing in ambulances, forward collision warning and emergency brake preparation systems, adjustable isolation for patient position, etc., are designed to meet the variable needs of healthcare systems and changing patient transportation requirements across the care continuum. Tri-mount seat brackets and child safety seat connection points are built into the vehicle and comply with all applicable standards and ordinances. With Ford Transit, EMTs and paramedics can transport vital equipment to any venue. Redesigned available storage packaging offers more firefighter gear stowage.
Ford Transit was the first U.S. vehicle to feature a full complement of side curtain airbags across the passenger cabins of every model and configuration of a full-size van. Now, Ford Transit Ambulance offers the protection of a sophisticated airbag system. To help protect crew and patients against a collision impact, there are new high-orbit driver and passenger front airbags, and seat-mounted side airbags near the head and thorax areas. A 4-year, 150,000-mile limited warranty helps ensure that every customer can depend on Ford Transit every day.
3.1. Advanced Safety Systems
The new Ford Transit has the latest and most advanced active safety systems available in the industry. Our safety systems are designed to assist with stopping the vehicle with more confidence and control, enhance the control of the vehicle in virtually all road and weather conditions, and help to avoid accidents. An anti-lock brake system and Electronic Stability Control with Hill Start Assist, Traction Control, and Roll Stability Control are included. Roll Stability Control uses two gyroscopic sensors to monitor vehicle roll motion and apply the brakes before an unsafe driving event occurs. This can help to reduce the risk of a vehicle side-slip. An available rearview camera and reverse sensing are also included.
A lane departure warning system is available that alerts the emergency vehicle driver when their vehicle inadvertently moves out of the lane of travel. An available forward alert was initially set at the factory between 1.5 to 2.5 seconds, and this will alert the driver of stationary objects in a path within 6.3 feet to 115 feet in front of the vehicle. The system, when activated, will produce an audible alarm, flash a warning icon on the instrument cluster, and pre-charge the brakes. If the driver brakes and the brake pressure drops abruptly prior to reaching the vehicle in front of it, the system will increase brake pressure to full to help stop the ambulance as quickly as possible. Increases to brake pressure apply in sudden-stop scenarios. These systems are designed to provide enhanced control of the vehicle by the driver. They are not designed to replace the driver’s control and good judgment. Ambulance responders and drivers should be familiar with these systems and understand how they function.
The working word collision warning system with active brake support is designed to help avoid hitting a vehicle or pedestrian in front of the vehicle by warning the driver and preparing the brakes for driver intervention. The system, when activated, will alert the driver of an impending frontal impact with an intense warning along with a visual display on the front windshield approximately 1.15 seconds before reaching the object in the path of travel. The Ford Transit ambulance has the latest advanced safety system equipped to help emergency response crews quickly. The Ford ambulance is equipped with a warning system to help alert the EMS crews of a potential front-end collision and prepare the brakes necessary to stop. The alert and low-speed systems are designed to provide emergency response drivers with maximum assistance in avoiding hitting vehicles and pedestrians in front of vehicles and to reduce the likelihood of potential collisions. These systems are not designed to avoid potential collisions. They are intended to reduce the speed of potential collisions. The standard of care is not to be safer than the replacement system. A certified this claimed system to assist them in the sole driver control.
3.2. Secure Storage Compartments
The Ford Transit Ambulance will be equipped with a number of secure storage compartments throughout the vehicle. These compartments are designed to securely store all equipment and medical supplies that the crew will need to perform their job as medical responders. In addition to the patient care compartment to which the paramedic will have access during patient care situations, there are a number of other secure storage compartments. The first is a large, forward vertical compartment that sits against the paramedic bulkhead. The top section is a large compartment that gives access to the lower three compartments. The lower three vertical compartments have a solid lockable door that is approximately 18 inches high. Each door will have a lockable hasp or cylinder mechanism that will be keyed differently. This configuration allows for the organization of medical equipment for easy access but also restricts unauthorized access in case someone removes the cot with the paramedic bolt and accesses the patient care compartment. The second secure storage feature that the Ford Transit Ambulance offers is an interior ALS cabinet that will be mounted on top of the patient care compartment.
The cabinet has a polished stainless steel face that, when not in use, will be secured by two gas-assisted shocks. Dual locking mechanisms will be used to secure the cabinet while the vehicle is parked: a key-alike paddle locking mechanism as the primary lock and a secondary lock. This convenience feature allows access to the medications and medical equipment inside the cabinet from both inside the vehicle and the rear exterior doors. Security is also addressed with a separate mechanism to lock and secure the doors from unauthorized access. The interior of the cabinet must be configured to accommodate secure strapping or fastening down of pre-packaged medical supplies and large medical equipment in the event of a vehicle rollover. It shall accommodate approximately 2.5 seconds of medical equipment and supplies. These compartments will be able to store pre-packaged medical supplies that the crew will need and easily access during mass casualty incidents, including active shooter situations. Keeping them out of sight reduces the clutter seen by casualties. There shall also be a rear squad bench area and lower storage area. This area will have storage for bulky items such as a stokes basket, scoop stretcher, backboard, and other similar long bulky medical equipment. Each side will be equipped with a hinged door and a steel locking handle. Each cabinet shall be secured with the same keyed system to aid in security.
4. Medical Equipment and Technology Integration Ford Transit Ambulance
Nowadays, modern ambulances are equipped with the most advanced technological and medical equipment to ensure efficient healthcare provision. Within the emergency setting, many different patient monitoring systems or defibrillators are being used, each having different technical specifications and connectivity requirements. The key components and medical technologies used within an ambulance that need integrating are: patient and environmental monitoring systems, defibrillators, ventilators, transport respirators, electrocardiograms, video laryngoscopes, telemedicine solutions to monitor patient status and condition in real time, electronic patient records, blood pressure monitors, cardiac monitors, IV dose pumps, as well as any additional medical technology requests. However, there might be a range of associated unanticipated medical devices requiring integration.
The ambulance is built using composite materials so that high-tech medical equipment can be fitted. The ambulance is constructed in such a way that the medical devices and technology inside it are able to be removed and replaced with new technology, provided that the new technology fits within the same space and weight limits. All medical technology on board is tested and fully operational. Systems include vehicle intelligence, LED lighting, and parking sensors. The ambulance also supports user-updateable additional technology, including modifications to surgery equipment and medical equipment for first responders to aid in their clinical practice. Telemedicine enables those at the hospital to monitor and potentially intervene with the patient during transport. This may be done via Wi-Fi or using the cellular network.
5. Customization Options and Accessories Ford Transit Ambulance
A wide range of customization options and accessories are available for the Ford Transit Type 2 Ambulance to accommodate the specific needs of the medical agency it will serve. One key feature of our ambulance is the modular design represented by the cargo area that can accommodate multiple wheelbase lengths and three different interior roof heights. The high roof option provides a generous interior height of 74 inches, allowing medical providers to work inside without stooping. This ambulance features seating for a crew of three, including the driver, as standard equipment; however, seating for up to nine persons is available as a no-charge option.
Customization options also exist for lighting and other electrical equipment on this ambulance. For instance, emergency warning lighting is custom-installed based on the regulations in the community in which the ambulance will operate. Ford ensures the ambulance is built to handle the electrical load of the equipment package it might carry. There are options available for the layout of the ambulance’s interior as well. The front area, typically designed for the driver and one EMT, can feature seating for two additional medical personnel. There are several air conditioning options, including a 10,000 BTU overhead system for the driver cab and a 26,000 BTU rear system to maintain patient care in extreme temperatures. Several accessories are available to enhance the functionality and appearance of our ambulance. Portable and durable aluminum ramps are available in both single-fold and bi-fold versions. Wheelchair retention systems are also available to secure the patient during transport. Ford offers a partition that separates the patient area from the cab and can be installed in a choice of three positions. Medical supplies, such as a portable oxygen tank and brackets, a suction unit, and a vehicle-mounted fire extinguisher, can also be selected. These accessories are designed to increase the ambulance’s adaptability and appearance to maximize the purchaser’s return on investment by creating a customized solution for their unique requirements.
