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Emergency Service - CORRECT ANSWER-"performed in response to an
emergency call. Emergency service also includes transportation of a patient,
regardless of a presumption of death of the patient, or transportation of a body
for the purpose of making an anatomical gift."
Code 3 Operation - CORRECT ANSWER-Describes the use of red lights and siren
(both of which are restricted to authorized emergency vehicles)
Ambulance Identification - CORRECT ANSWER-The name of the public entity
that operates an emergency ambulance service or the name under which the
ambulance licensee is doing business with. All ambulances operated under a
single license shall display the same identification.
Where should ambulance identification be displayed? - CORRECT ANSWER-both
sides and rear of each emergency ambulance
,How should ambulance identification be displayed? - CORRECT ANSWER-in
letters in sharp contrast to the background and in such size, shape, and color as to
be readily legible during daylight hours from 50 feet away.
Ambulance - CORRECT ANSWER-"a vehicle specially constructed, modified, or
equipped, and used for the purpose of transporting sick, injured, convalescent,
infirm, or otherwise incapacitated persons."
Ambulance Service - CORRECT ANSWER-"a private or public organization or
individual providing an ambulance for use in emergency service."
Emergency Call - CORRECT ANSWER-"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."
How often must fire extinguishers carried on an ambulance be inspected and
serviced? - CORRECT ANSWER-yearly or immediately after use (whichever
occurs first)
A fire extinguisher shall be what type? - CORRECT ANSWER-a dry chemical or
carbon dioxide type with a minimum 4-B:C rating
When are ambulance inspections? - CORRECT ANSWER-They are required to be
inspected initially and annually thereafter by CHP personnel. They are also subject
to random inspections.
,The prohibition against unqualified personnel serving as the driver or attendant
applies to required personnel and is not intended to preclude... - CORRECT
ANSWER-the transportation of the patient's family members or other persons
directly concerned with the well-being of the patient.
Ambulance services personnel may be civically liable for acts or omissions
performed in... - CORRECT ANSWER-a grossly negligent manner or not
performed in good faith (gross negligence is determined by judge or jury)
Can CHP grand exemptions? - CORRECT ANSWER-Not to statutory
requirements, but sometimes an exemption may be granted upon a showing of
good cause by the requesting ambulance service.
4 grounds for disciplinary action - CORRECT ANSWER-1) Unlawful sirens or
warning lamps
2) Frequent failure to respond
3) Lack of competence in caring for patients
4) Fraudulent billing practices
3 reasons an ambulance service license may be suspended or revoked are if the
licensee - CORRECT ANSWER-1) is convicted of a felony
2) is convicted or any misdemeanor involving moral turpitude
3) fails to equip or maintain their vehicles as required by the CVC
, Every ambulance driver must: (4) - CORRECT ANSWER-1) be at least 18 years
old
2) hold a valid California Driver License
3) possess a valid ambulance driver certificate
4) be trained and competent in ambulance operation and the use of safety and
emergency care equipment
What is the purpose of the ambulance driver certificate - CORRECT ANSWER-It
is evident that a person has demonstrated a required knowledge or laws
pertaining to ambulance operations and has not been disqualified from such
employment due to criminal activities, physical disabilities, or poor driving habits.
Ambulance driver certificates are not required for: (2) - CORRECT ANSWER-1)
salaried, regular, full-time police officers, deputy sheriffs, or members of a fire
department of a public agency
2) ambulance drivers from out of state
5 prerequisites for a person submitting an application for an ambulance driver
certificate: - CORRECT ANSWER-1) at least 18 years old
2) possess a valid CA Driver License
3) Pass a knowledge test
4) Submit completed request for Live Scan Service
5) Submit a copy of the driver's medical certification allowing the driver to
operate a commercial vehicle