EMS When Seconds Count - IAFF

This coin celebrates Emergency Medical Services professionals, who understand that every second counts when you are committed to saving every life you can.Men and women in the emergency medical services are known for their skill under pressure and their passion for saving lives. Prepared by extensive training and driven by a deep desire to help those most in need, these talented and dedicated individuals always rise to the occasion to get the job done. Their professionalism and desire to achieve excellence in the face of daunting challenges inspires not only the people they help, but all those who witness their work. In communities across America, these individuals complete their assigned mission with great skill and compassion.Founded in 1918, the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) has supported the life-saving work of the most dedicated and highly skilled emergency professionals in the world. Committed to providing its approximately 267,000 members with the most advance