Public Safety Event Combines Pediatric Trauma Training and E-Bike Awareness

Posted On: September 30, 2025

Volusia County Emergency Medical Administration, Volusia County Emergency Medical Director and Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children partnered to lead a pediatric e-bike trauma simulation on Wednesday, Sept. 24, designed to sharpen emergency responders’ skills in treating traumatic injuries to children and teens involved in e-bike accidents, while also raising awareness about the growing importance of e-bike safety.

Deltona Fire Rescue hosted the event, in Deltona Fire Station 65 and the parking lot of The Center at Deltona. Multiple agencies, including Volusia County EMS, Volusia County Fire Rescue, Volusia Sheriff’s office, Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children, HCA Lake Monroe Hospital, DeLand Fire Department and the Air Care Team, participated in realistic training scenarios.

The simulation replicated a complex e-bike crash involving two pediatric patients and one adult. Responders were challenged to manage the crash scene, provide hands-on treatment using real medical equipment, and coordinate transportation of patients. One pediatric patient was transported by air, and the other pediatric and adult patients by ground ambulance. Emergency department care was also simulated in the fire station bay.

This hands-on training highlighted the increasing need for pediatric trauma preparedness as e-bike use continues to rise among youth. In addition to enhancing clinical skills, the event also served as a public service announcement on e-bike safety, aimed at educating the public on the risks associated with improper e-bike use, especially among children and teens.

By treating each scenario as a real emergency, this simulation provided invaluable experience to help save young lives in the field.