2022-08-29 Standardization Committee Minutes

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Mr. Gonzalez — It's very reliable. Most common question we get asked is, why do we need this type of sound meter instead of using a decibel reading that you can download from the application `App' store? Many times, we resolve noise disputes between residents or people living in an area near a business and they both come with their own `App', but we use a lab calibrated device, so they rely on us on having the more accurate information. One example, a bar in Kona was saying their decibels were below the legal requirement. The meter they purchased from Amazon was 10 decibels off after we measured. We use our meters to calibrate everyone else's device. Since our meters have a lab certification every year, people back off and they don't dispute it anymore. Ms. Sako — Devices are 15 years old, and the life expectant use is 10 years. I can see why the State is looking at everyone getting on the same system. Mr. Gonzalez — For standardization, we wouldn't go out and get two bids because the company and meters are very specific for what the State uses. Ms. Nakagawa — Are the vendors you purchase from the same vendors you send to do the calibration? Mr. Gonzalez — Yes, but currently for these devices, their lab will no longer certify so we would have to send it to 3M, another independent lab who will calibrate all types of equipment that are older. Ms. Nakagawa — The newer model will be calibrated straight from the vendor. Mr. Gonzalez — Yes. Ms. Faulkner -Inouye — Is it because it's old? Mr. Gonzalez — A little bit of both. The equipment used to calibrate this current model is not widely available. Ms. Faulkner -Inouye — After approved, how long will it take for the new ones to come in? Mr. Gonzalez — We're purchasing one this fiscal year and the second one next fiscal year. These machines are anywhere from $3,500 to $5,000. We are working within our enforcement budget. One is still good, so this is our replacement plan and would like to get that by the end of the year or by first quarter next year. Ms. Sako — Also depends on the shipping issues. Ms. Sako — Any more questions? None. The committee voted and motion was carried. Agenda Item 2: Standardize the purchase of Sapphire Multi -Therapy Infusion Medication Pumps for Hawai'i County Fire Department's EMS branch. Members of the committee reviewed the written request and attachments submitted from Hawai'i County Fire Department. Mr. Honda — Pumps are what we use when we administer medication to our patients. It was used more for transfers from facility to facility. For this time specifically, we see a lot of traumas, lots of blood pumps running, pre -term labor, etc. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) has evolved.