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Penrith Welcomes New Flexi Ambulance Stuart Ayres MP, Member for Penrith last month welcomed the addition of a new Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) general ambulance to Penrith Ambulance Station to support local paramedics and patients with special needs. Stuart Ayres said the new MPV general ambulance has the capability to transport patients who weigh up to 300 kilograms. “This is a first for Penrith. NSW Ambulance has trialled these vehicles to test their abilities and now we have seven new MPV general ambulances across the state with one here in Penrith,” Stuart Ayres said. “The new MPV general ambulance is giving our local paramedics the equipment and technology to support them in their life-saving work. “It is capable of transporting patients who weigh up to 300 kilograms but it can care for non-bariatric patients too. “The new vehicle, which has a fit out value of $152,000, is a welcome addition to Penrith Ambulance Station and is equipped with mechanical aids in the lifting and management of patients to reduce health and safety risks. ...continued on Pg.15
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