Morris Minute Men EMS

Membership Requirements

As a Member You MUST:

☐   Be 16 or older and have leadership ability and teamwork skills
☐   Possess the maturity and emotional balance for stessful emergency situations
☐   Have physical stamina, be able to move and lift patients and equipment
☐   Take a 5 hour CPR class (provided by the squad) within one month
☐   Complete a rigorous, ~ 250 hour EMT course within one year of joining
☐   Commit to one 12 hour shift per week, weekends, holidays, standby events, monthly meetings, and training sessions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can anyone join the squad?

All you need to volunteer is be 16 years or older and have a desire to serve the community. No experience is necessary. We provide all the training necessary to participate as an EMS responder.

Can I join if I don't live in Morris Township or Morris Plains?

Absolutely! We accept members from neighboring towns as well.

Are there any out-of-pocket expenses?

No, there are no out-of-pocket expenses beyond equipment you may already have. We offer CPR classes, a uniform, ~250 hour EMT class, and national certification exam. Members do need to supply their own boots and a watch with a second hand.

How is the squad staffed?

There are no paid positions at the squad. Our emergency volunteers are thoroughly trained and become certified Emergency Medical Technicians.

Besides answering ambulance calls, what other activities does Morris Minute Men do?

There are lots of activities in addition to answering ambulance calls. The members of Minute Men are members of your community. Look for us at standby events such as Morristown Beard and Delbarton Games, July 4th events, MP family day, 5K races, Seaton Hackney Stables, St. Virgil’s Carnival, and more!