The purposes of this chapter are to:
(A) Establish formal policies and regulations for issuing certificates and permits, and regulating the operation of air and ground ambulance services in the county;
(B) Protect the public by assuring that ambulances operate safely and meet certain minimum levels and standards of equipment, staffing, and mechanical reliability;
(C) Allow for adequate, appropriate, and efficient ambulance services in all areas of the county;
(D) Allow for the orderly and lawful operation of a local emergency and non-emergency medical services system pursuant to the provisions of Cal. Health and Safety Code §§ 1797 et seq.; and
(E) Allow for all ambulance services to be a part of the county EMS system with the necessary training, policies, procedures, and communication systems.
(Ord. 923, § 2 (part), 2014)