Ambulance cert CA
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drl
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You can get a $5 booklet with all the information at your local DMV office. Sucks to wait in line for it, but it is what it is.
I've attached some other resources I used though.
I've attached some other resources I used though.
DesertMedic66
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Completely different. CA requires us to pass a test about laws and regulations for driving an ambulance.
To the OP just google "CA ambulance Cert" and you will find resources to help you. Other then that just pay the $5 and buy the book.
gonefishing
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That $5 book reads like over the top stereo instructions. Remember this though you dont need to know how to operate an AED.lol
drl
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Right, I wasn't sure what the OP was asking about at first, but then edited my reply once I caught my mistake
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Here is something to help you out:
1)Driver must demonstrate driving competence to service owner.
2)Drivers primary responsibility is the safe transport of the patient.
3)”Code3” transport can result in the following
(a)frighten patient, (b)put a stabilized patient into shock , (c )Aggravate certain medical conditions
4)Spinal Injuries, Fractures, Heart Attacks require smooth, normal speed.
5)These are certain medical conditions that require “code3”
(a)uncontrolled hemorrhage, (b)uncontrolled cardiovascular or respiratory impairment, (c )complicated impending child birth
6)An ambulance transporting a stable patient should NEVER travel over the posted speed limit.
7)drive with Due Regard for the safety of all persons using the highway.
8)Siren Ineffectiveness: Sirens do NOT give sufficient warning to drivers approaching head on or traveling on converging roads (Example, they might not hear you on your right or your left)
9)avoid passing on the RIGHT
10)The front steady burning red light shall be displayed when driving “code3” or when an extreme hazard exists.
11)The red flashing red warning lights may be displayed only during extremely hazardous conditions or when going “code3”
12)Flashing AMBER warning lights may be displayed ONLY when an unusual traffic hazard exist.
13)warning lamp effectiveness may be reduced by: low sun/glare, confusion with traffic signals, position on ambulance (mounted too high or low)
14) Five elements of defensive driving
Knowledge, Alertness, Vision, Judgment, Skill.
15)Backing up: Crew member outside to the left rear of vehicle. Sound horn before backing, check mirrors constantly.
16)Safe following distance is the 3 second rule. (Increased by 50% if large or heavy rig, doubled if road is loose, slippery, vision is bad or driver of car in front of you is not fully alert)
17)Responsibility for determining the mechanical safety of the ambulance rests primarily with the driver.
18)Driver should inspect ambulance at beginning of shift/prior to operation EVERYTIME.
19)It is unlawful for an owner to cause or permit the operation of any vehicle which is not equipped as required.
20)Unauthorized or unlawful items: (Owners responsibility)Unauthorized or Prohibited drugs or equipment are not carried on the ambulance or used in providing patient care.
21)The driver MUST possess a minimum of an EMT license. (waived if you’re a nurse, paramedic,MD)
22)PRIOR to employment the driver should have completed advanced first aid and CPR training.
23)Smoking on the ambulance is not in the regulations. (Its up to your boss if you can smoke in the rig or not)
24)If you are dispatched to an Emergency but are delayed such as no attendant on board, you will advise dispatch of your inability to respond.
25)The driver will NOT exceed a speed of 15mph while disobeying ANY stop sign or stop light.
26)An ambulance driver shall transport emergency patients to the MARF. (Most Acceptable Receiving Facility)
27)Power down Lights and sirens when traffic is congested to a point where you can not gain a right of way. (Example: Your stuck at a 4 lane intersection, all lanes are full at a red light and there is an island to your left. Shut them down, wait till light turns green and traffic loosens up than continue code 3 REMEMBER due regard when code 3!)
28)Code 3 only when responding to an emergency, when speed is essential in preventing patients loss of life, undue suffering, or reduce/prevent disability to patient.
29)No driver may be forced or shall operate an ambulance when you are fatigued, ill, other reason or vehicle is unsafe to operate.
30)You may remove emergency equipment to make room for a NICU
31)Driver does NOT need to know how to operate an AED.
32)Obey all Traffic Officers.
33)Ambulances may display utility flood and loading lights ONLY at the scene of an emergency or while loading/unloading patients.
34)Amber warning lights may be displayed ONLY when an unusual traffic hazard exists.
35) A flashing or steady burning red light shall be displayed ONLY when an extreme hazard exist.
36)Must have a minimum of 02 for 20 minutes at 10 lpm
37)Driver MUST have their EMT within the 1st year of employment.
38)Person in charge at scene of an accident will be that who has highest investigative authority.
39)Only respond to Emergency’s you are dispatched to or asked by a law enforcement officer.
1)Driver must demonstrate driving competence to service owner.
2)Drivers primary responsibility is the safe transport of the patient.
3)”Code3” transport can result in the following
(a)frighten patient, (b)put a stabilized patient into shock , (c )Aggravate certain medical conditions
4)Spinal Injuries, Fractures, Heart Attacks require smooth, normal speed.
5)These are certain medical conditions that require “code3”
(a)uncontrolled hemorrhage, (b)uncontrolled cardiovascular or respiratory impairment, (c )complicated impending child birth
6)An ambulance transporting a stable patient should NEVER travel over the posted speed limit.
7)drive with Due Regard for the safety of all persons using the highway.
8)Siren Ineffectiveness: Sirens do NOT give sufficient warning to drivers approaching head on or traveling on converging roads (Example, they might not hear you on your right or your left)
9)avoid passing on the RIGHT
10)The front steady burning red light shall be displayed when driving “code3” or when an extreme hazard exists.
11)The red flashing red warning lights may be displayed only during extremely hazardous conditions or when going “code3”
12)Flashing AMBER warning lights may be displayed ONLY when an unusual traffic hazard exist.
13)warning lamp effectiveness may be reduced by: low sun/glare, confusion with traffic signals, position on ambulance (mounted too high or low)
14) Five elements of defensive driving
Knowledge, Alertness, Vision, Judgment, Skill.
15)Backing up: Crew member outside to the left rear of vehicle. Sound horn before backing, check mirrors constantly.
16)Safe following distance is the 3 second rule. (Increased by 50% if large or heavy rig, doubled if road is loose, slippery, vision is bad or driver of car in front of you is not fully alert)
17)Responsibility for determining the mechanical safety of the ambulance rests primarily with the driver.
18)Driver should inspect ambulance at beginning of shift/prior to operation EVERYTIME.
19)It is unlawful for an owner to cause or permit the operation of any vehicle which is not equipped as required.
20)Unauthorized or unlawful items: (Owners responsibility)Unauthorized or Prohibited drugs or equipment are not carried on the ambulance or used in providing patient care.
21)The driver MUST possess a minimum of an EMT license. (waived if you’re a nurse, paramedic,MD)
22)PRIOR to employment the driver should have completed advanced first aid and CPR training.
23)Smoking on the ambulance is not in the regulations. (Its up to your boss if you can smoke in the rig or not)
24)If you are dispatched to an Emergency but are delayed such as no attendant on board, you will advise dispatch of your inability to respond.
25)The driver will NOT exceed a speed of 15mph while disobeying ANY stop sign or stop light.
26)An ambulance driver shall transport emergency patients to the MARF. (Most Acceptable Receiving Facility)
27)Power down Lights and sirens when traffic is congested to a point where you can not gain a right of way. (Example: Your stuck at a 4 lane intersection, all lanes are full at a red light and there is an island to your left. Shut them down, wait till light turns green and traffic loosens up than continue code 3 REMEMBER due regard when code 3!)
28)Code 3 only when responding to an emergency, when speed is essential in preventing patients loss of life, undue suffering, or reduce/prevent disability to patient.
29)No driver may be forced or shall operate an ambulance when you are fatigued, ill, other reason or vehicle is unsafe to operate.
30)You may remove emergency equipment to make room for a NICU
31)Driver does NOT need to know how to operate an AED.
32)Obey all Traffic Officers.
33)Ambulances may display utility flood and loading lights ONLY at the scene of an emergency or while loading/unloading patients.
34)Amber warning lights may be displayed ONLY when an unusual traffic hazard exists.
35) A flashing or steady burning red light shall be displayed ONLY when an extreme hazard exist.
36)Must have a minimum of 02 for 20 minutes at 10 lpm
37)Driver MUST have their EMT within the 1st year of employment.
38)Person in charge at scene of an accident will be that who has highest investigative authority.
39)Only respond to Emergency’s you are dispatched to or asked by a law enforcement officer.
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Can we make this a sticky?