South Plainfield Rescue Squad home Page

You may have seen several membership signs throughout town, this is because the South Plainfield Rescue Squad is in the midst of a massive membership drive.
Don't miss out on this rewarding opportunity. Click here to see how you can help people too.
"We are actively seeking applications for people who can help during daytime hours. Our goal is to become 100% volunteer for the residents of South Plainfield. In order to do that, we need help from you!
Please click on the Join page to learn more.

The South Plainfield Rescue Squad was established in 1944 and is staffed by volunteers except during 7am to 7pm when coverage is provided by Somerset County Medical Center. South Plainfield Rescue Squad volunteers remain dedicated, helping to save homeowners and businesses tens of thousands in emergency services each year. As of February 2007 we have approximately 24 members providing 48 hours per month coverage in the Borough of South Plainfield to approximately 24,000 residents, in addition to hundreds of businesses. It is believed the daytime population grows in excess of 85,000 people due to local businesses. Each riding member volunteers about 75 hours per month for duty and attends a monthly training and meeting. Last year in 2007 SPRS volunteers answered over 1800 emergency calls for help from homes and businesses throughout the Borough and mutual aid to surrounding communities. Our Rescue Squad volunteers are either EMT or First Responder certified. EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) involves approximately 150 classroom, practical and emergency room observations hours and usually takes about 3 months to complete. First Responder certification involves 50 hours of training and teaches the basics of First-Aid and CPR certification. All members must be trained in one of the above within one year of joining as well as CPR, Hazardous Materials and Blood borne Pathogens. Our volunteer squad relies heavily on donations from residents and businesses to pay for supplies, equipment, insurance and training programs for all our members. Please help support the South Plainfield Rescue Squad.