(a) All personnel while on duty must carry all applicable certificates and permittee identification, and comply with the LEMSA Administrative Policy and Field Treatment Guideline Manual.
(b) All EMT and paramedic personnel who operate ambulances and CCT units must have a current California driver's license, California ambulance driver's certificate, and a medical examiner's certificate.
(c) Permittee's EMT personnel assigned to provide BLS service under this chapter must meet the minimum qualifications:
(1) EMTs must hold current, valid EMT certification in the State of California.
(2) EMTs shall be certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR/AED) according to the policies of the LEMSA and State of California.
(3) EMTs assigned to provide CCT driver/assistant service must meet the additional qualifications specified in the county's CCT policy.
(d) Permittee's paramedic personnel assigned to provide CCT service under this chapter must meet the minimum qualifications:
(1) Paramedics must hold current, valid paramedic licensure in the State of California.
(2) Paramedics shall be accredited by the LEMSA and hold current and valid ALS certifications.
(3) Paramedics assigned to provide CCT patient care must meet the additional qualifications specified in the LEMSA's CCT policy.
(e) Permittee's registered nurse personnel assigned to provide CCT service under this chapter must meet the minimum qualifications specified in the LEMSA's CCT policy.
(f) All drivers must complete an Emergency Vehicle Operation Course (EVOC) driver training course, or its equivalent.
(g) The permittee shall retain on file at all times copies of all current and valid licenses, certifications, and/or accreditations of all emergency medical personnel performing services under this chapter. (§ 1, Ord. 1515, eff. December 19, 2019)