CA Ambulance Drivers Handbook Exam
Questions and Answers 2024 -2025
What is essential for safe ambulance operation and enhances pt transportation? -
ANSWERS-Compliance with mandated requirements & sound judgment with defensive
driving
13 CCR - ANSWERS-Title 13 of California Code of Regulations by California Highway
Patrol
Define ambulance - ANSWERS-Vehicle constructed modified or equipped and used for
purpose of transporting sick, injured, convalescent, infirm, or otherwise incapacitated
persons
Define ambulance service - ANSWERS-A private or public organization or individual
providing an ambulance for use in emergency services
Define emergency call - ANSWERS-A request for an ambulance to transport or assist
persons in apparent sudden need of medical attention, or in a medical emergency as
determined by a physician, to transport blood, any therapeutic device, accessory to
such device or tissue or organ for transplant
Define emergency service - ANSWERS-A function performed to an emergency call,
includes transportation of a pt, regardless of presumption of death, or transportation of a
body for purpose of anatomical gift
What is code 3 operation? - ANSWERS-Describes the use of red lights and sirens,
restricted to authorized emergency vehicles in police, fire, and lifesaving services
What does the CCR say about ambulance identification? - ANSWERS-The name of the
public entity which operates emergency ambulance service or under which licensee is
operating must be displayed on both sides and rear of rig in large enough letters and in
sharp contrast to be seen at least 50 feet distance
What does the CCR say about ambulance service availability? - ANSWERS-Owners
must have obtained license to operate in emergency from CHP, one must be available
24 hours daily, those used for special events are exempt from 24 hour rule
What are ambulances required to be equipped with? - ANSWERS-Warning lights and
sirens
What are the rules for fire extinguishers on an ambulance? - ANSWERS-Must be
inspected and serviced yearly or immediately after use whichever comes first, dry
chemical or carbon dioxide with 4-B:C rating minimum
, How often are ambulances inspected by CHP? - ANSWERS-Initially and annually
thereafter, random inspections can be done to verify vehicle compliance
What occurs if ambulance is found to be non compliant by CHP? - ANSWERS-
Removed from service and CHP 301 special vehicle Identification permit confiscated
until resolved
What is the responsibility of the ambulance driver in regards to ambulance inspection? -
ANSWERS-Should verify ambulance was inspected by CHP from Ambulance
Inspection Report in vehicle
How are ambulance drivers/personnel affected by liability? - ANSWERS-Civilly liable for
acts or omissions performed in a grossly negligent manner or actions not performed in
good faith, negligence determined by judge
Drivers and regulatory exemptions - ANSWERS-Should know the terms of any
exemptions under which ambulance operates
When can an ambulance service license be suspended revoked or disciplinary action
taken against license? - ANSWERS-If these violations occur:
Any section of the CVC which relates to their licensed activities
Is convicted of a felony
Convicted of misdemeanor involving moral turpitude
Violates any regulations of commissioner
Commits dishonesty, fraud, deceit in which another is injured
Misrepresented facts upon licensing
Aids unlicensed person to evade requirements
Fails to keep records of transactions
Violates or attempts to CVC relating to particular activity
Fails to equip vehicles per CVC regulations
What are the grounds for disciplinary action of the ambulance driver? - ANSWERS-
Violation of any provision of handbook, unlawful use of sirens or warning lamps,
frequent failure to respond or lack of intention to provide 24 hour service, failure to
exercise reasonable patient care or lack of competence, fraudulent billing practices
What are the requirements to become an ambulance driver? - ANSWERS-18 years old,
hold CA DL, possess valid ambulance forced certificate, be trained and competent in
ambulance operation and equipment
What is the purpose of the ambulance drivers certificate? - ANSWERS-Evidence the
person has required knowledge of laws pertaining to ambulance operations & has no
criminal activity, disability, or poor driving habits
Questions and Answers 2024 -2025
What is essential for safe ambulance operation and enhances pt transportation? -
ANSWERS-Compliance with mandated requirements & sound judgment with defensive
driving
13 CCR - ANSWERS-Title 13 of California Code of Regulations by California Highway
Patrol
Define ambulance - ANSWERS-Vehicle constructed modified or equipped and used for
purpose of transporting sick, injured, convalescent, infirm, or otherwise incapacitated
persons
Define ambulance service - ANSWERS-A private or public organization or individual
providing an ambulance for use in emergency services
Define emergency call - ANSWERS-A request for an ambulance to transport or assist
persons in apparent sudden need of medical attention, or in a medical emergency as
determined by a physician, to transport blood, any therapeutic device, accessory to
such device or tissue or organ for transplant
Define emergency service - ANSWERS-A function performed to an emergency call,
includes transportation of a pt, regardless of presumption of death, or transportation of a
body for purpose of anatomical gift
What is code 3 operation? - ANSWERS-Describes the use of red lights and sirens,
restricted to authorized emergency vehicles in police, fire, and lifesaving services
What does the CCR say about ambulance identification? - ANSWERS-The name of the
public entity which operates emergency ambulance service or under which licensee is
operating must be displayed on both sides and rear of rig in large enough letters and in
sharp contrast to be seen at least 50 feet distance
What does the CCR say about ambulance service availability? - ANSWERS-Owners
must have obtained license to operate in emergency from CHP, one must be available
24 hours daily, those used for special events are exempt from 24 hour rule
What are ambulances required to be equipped with? - ANSWERS-Warning lights and
sirens
What are the rules for fire extinguishers on an ambulance? - ANSWERS-Must be
inspected and serviced yearly or immediately after use whichever comes first, dry
chemical or carbon dioxide with 4-B:C rating minimum
, How often are ambulances inspected by CHP? - ANSWERS-Initially and annually
thereafter, random inspections can be done to verify vehicle compliance
What occurs if ambulance is found to be non compliant by CHP? - ANSWERS-
Removed from service and CHP 301 special vehicle Identification permit confiscated
until resolved
What is the responsibility of the ambulance driver in regards to ambulance inspection? -
ANSWERS-Should verify ambulance was inspected by CHP from Ambulance
Inspection Report in vehicle
How are ambulance drivers/personnel affected by liability? - ANSWERS-Civilly liable for
acts or omissions performed in a grossly negligent manner or actions not performed in
good faith, negligence determined by judge
Drivers and regulatory exemptions - ANSWERS-Should know the terms of any
exemptions under which ambulance operates
When can an ambulance service license be suspended revoked or disciplinary action
taken against license? - ANSWERS-If these violations occur:
Any section of the CVC which relates to their licensed activities
Is convicted of a felony
Convicted of misdemeanor involving moral turpitude
Violates any regulations of commissioner
Commits dishonesty, fraud, deceit in which another is injured
Misrepresented facts upon licensing
Aids unlicensed person to evade requirements
Fails to keep records of transactions
Violates or attempts to CVC relating to particular activity
Fails to equip vehicles per CVC regulations
What are the grounds for disciplinary action of the ambulance driver? - ANSWERS-
Violation of any provision of handbook, unlawful use of sirens or warning lamps,
frequent failure to respond or lack of intention to provide 24 hour service, failure to
exercise reasonable patient care or lack of competence, fraudulent billing practices
What are the requirements to become an ambulance driver? - ANSWERS-18 years old,
hold CA DL, possess valid ambulance forced certificate, be trained and competent in
ambulance operation and equipment
What is the purpose of the ambulance drivers certificate? - ANSWERS-Evidence the
person has required knowledge of laws pertaining to ambulance operations & has no
criminal activity, disability, or poor driving habits
