Twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, the Springfield First Aid Squad provides emergency medical services (EMS) to the residents of Springfield, those who work and play in our town and those who are "just passing through." Composed of volunteers of all ages and from all walks of life, the First Aid Squad provides aid to those in need at no cost; the Squad relies on donations to cover operational expenses.

The Springfield First Aid Squad is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization separate from the Township of Springfield. Unlike other emergency services in town, we do not rely on tax dollars for our daily operating expenses, and none of our members are paid for their work. Our expenses involve vehicle and equipment purchases and maintenance, training, supplies and the like.

Founded on March 18, 1949, the Squad has changed with advances in emergency medical service techniques and technology; for example, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) hadn't been invented when the Squad was formed, and basic life support agencies could not use defibrillators in New Jersey until the mid 1990s. But our goal has remained the same: to provide the highest quality care to our patients.

While donations are always welcome and appreciated, the Squad's greatest need is people. Members are the most important ingredient in the mix needed to provide quality care to our patients. No prior experience is needed. The Squad will provide the training, either in-house or by paying the costs associated with training programs run by other organizations in the area, from your initial training through EMT certification as well as continued education. Membership requirements are: age 16 or older, good physical health and interest in helping others. The First Aid Squad provides all the training, uniforms, a first aid kit, and liability & life insurance.