Ambulance Driver Certificate (CA DMV)
Ambulance - ANSWERS"a vehicle specially constructed, modified, or equipped, and used for the purpose of
transporting sick, injured, convalescent, infirm, or otherwise incapacitated persons."
Ambulance Service - ANSWERS"a private or public organization or individual providing an ambulance for use in
emergency service."
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."
Emergency Service - ANSWERS"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 - ANSWERSDescribes the use of red lights and siren (both of which are restricted to
authorized emergency vehicles)
Ambulance Identification - ANSWERSThe 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? - ANSWERSboth sides and rear of each emergency
ambulance
How should ambulance identification be displayed? - ANSWERSin 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.
How often must fire extinguishers carried on an ambulance be inspected and serviced? - ANSWERSyearly or
immediately after use (whichever occurs first)
, A fire extinguisher shall be what type? - ANSWERSa dry chemical or carbon dioxide type with a minimum 4-B:C
rating
When are ambulance inspections? - ANSWERSThey 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... - ANSWERSthe 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... - ANSWERSa grossly
negligent manner or not performed in good faith (gross negligence is determined by judge or jury)
Can CHP grand exemptions? - ANSWERSNot 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 - ANSWERS1) 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 - ANSWERS1) 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) - ANSWERS1) 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
Ambulance - ANSWERS"a vehicle specially constructed, modified, or equipped, and used for the purpose of
transporting sick, injured, convalescent, infirm, or otherwise incapacitated persons."
Ambulance Service - ANSWERS"a private or public organization or individual providing an ambulance for use in
emergency service."
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."
Emergency Service - ANSWERS"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 - ANSWERSDescribes the use of red lights and siren (both of which are restricted to
authorized emergency vehicles)
Ambulance Identification - ANSWERSThe 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? - ANSWERSboth sides and rear of each emergency
ambulance
How should ambulance identification be displayed? - ANSWERSin 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.
How often must fire extinguishers carried on an ambulance be inspected and serviced? - ANSWERSyearly or
immediately after use (whichever occurs first)
, A fire extinguisher shall be what type? - ANSWERSa dry chemical or carbon dioxide type with a minimum 4-B:C
rating
When are ambulance inspections? - ANSWERSThey 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... - ANSWERSthe 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... - ANSWERSa grossly
negligent manner or not performed in good faith (gross negligence is determined by judge or jury)
Can CHP grand exemptions? - ANSWERSNot 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 - ANSWERS1) 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 - ANSWERS1) 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) - ANSWERS1) 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
