Should Paramedics Carry Guns?

Absolutely NO EMS personnel should carry firearms while on duty. What is the first thing we are taught? Scene safety is first and foremost during training as it should be when we are in the field. In the event that we feel the need for a weapon, clearly that scene is unsafe and different rules apply.

Are first responders allowed to carry guns?

The simple answer is, yes, in most states. An employer can prohibit an employee from carrying a firearm on duty and regulate the type of weapons that an employee can possess at work, the type of ammunition that is carried and related issues.

What should a paramedic carry?