WILLEMSTAD – An agreement signed by Minister of Public Health, Environment and Nature (GMN) Tyron Boekhoudt during his recent working visit to the Netherlands has taken its first concrete form with the launch of a pilot project introducing a new ambulance uniform for Curaçao's emergency medical personnel.
On Thursday, the Curaçao Ambulance Care Foundation (FKAK) officially launched the "New Uniform Evaluation" pilot project, with Minister Boekhoudt attending the event.
The agreement makes it possible for FKAK ambulance personnel to test a new ambulance uniform that is already in use in the Netherlands, Bonaire, and St. Maarten.
The one-month pilot involves 10 FKAK employees, including emergency dispatchers, ambulance nurses, and drivers, who will evaluate the new uniforms based on various practical aspects of their daily work. If the feedback is positive, FKAK intends to officially introduce the new uniforms throughout the organization during 2027.
According to FKAK, one of the key advantages of the new uniform is improved visibility, enhancing the safety of ambulance personnel while responding to emergencies. The updated design also provides a more distinctive and professional appearance.
"Our ambulance personnel stand ready day and night to care for and save the lives of our community," Minister Boekhoudt said. "They deserve a uniform that enhances their safety and reflects the professionalism they demonstrate every day. This pilot project is a concrete step—from promise to action."
The launch represents one of the first tangible results of the healthcare cooperation agreements Minister Boekhoudt secured during his recent visit to the Netherlands as part of the government's broader efforts to strengthen Curaçao's healthcare system.