Paramedics in the Western Division including Central West, Macquarie and Far West and New England begun wearing a new on-road all blue operational uniform from Saturday 22nd March 2008. They will now join their colleagues from all across the state who will be wearing the new uniform.

The new uniform has been designed by on-road paramedics for on-road paramedics. It has been made to be comfortable and protective for paramedics in winter and summer.

The design of the new cargo pant and shirt will allow easy access to conveniently placed pockets, which will benefit on-road paramedics on a daily basis as they carry out their duties in changing environments.

Baseball caps and beanies have been issued to all on-road paramedics to provide relief from sunlight and cold weather.

Over recent years, Ambulance has upgraded the operational jacket (with removable sleeves), belts, safety helmets, boots, shirts, thermal undergarments, wet weather jackets and pants, and safety vests to complete the new look.

Operational mangers and paramedics working in an office setting will continue in their traditional uniform (white shirt and blue pant).

The new uniform has been designed to cater for the practical needs of on-road paramedics as they go about their daily work in all conditions and environments and has been welcomed by all on-road staff.

The introduction of the new uniform marks another important milestone, a name change for our operational officers, in line with ambulance services around the world. Our highly qualified ambulance officers will now be referred to as paramedics.

The community of NSW rely heavily on the service Ambulance provides. During 2006/07 Ambulance responded to over a million calls for help.