The government says strikes are unnecessary, while NHS managers warn about their impact.
The action involves unionised call-centre and control-room staff, as well as emergency crews.
Mr Blankley said: "Potentially it does weaken the strike action, but it also goes to prove to the public that we're actually here to make a difference and we don't want to put the public at risk regardless of whatever strike action we may be taking.
The government says pay rises for ambulance workers and nurses were decided by independent pay review bodies. "We are again working closely with trade union colleagues, and NHS and blue-light service providers across the region to do all we can to minimise the impact on patient safety."
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