article_snippet.sent: In a victim statement read out to Beverley Magistrates Court, Thurlow of Druffield who had pleaded guilty to common assault, the paramedic said: 'NHS staff should be able to provide care in a safe environment, free from violence and physical assault.
article_snippet.sent: That is absolutely clear. '
article_snippet.sent: A spokesperson for Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust said: 'Ambulance service staff do a difficult job, often in challenging circumstances. '
article_snippet.sent: Physical and verbal attacks on any member of NHS staff are completely unacceptable and we are doing everything we can to prevent Physical and verbal attacks on any member of NHS staff. '
article_snippet.sent: The safety of staff is of paramount importance to Yorkshire Ambulance Service and we operate a zero tolerance policy; action will be taken against those who are violent or aggressive towards we staff. '
article_snippet.sent: Staff are never knowingly sent into dangerous or violent situations, and operate with close support from the police.
article_snippet.sent: Every precaution is taken to protect The safety of staff - this includes conflict resolution training.'