Action | Amend current regulations to include new regulations as a result of legislative changes and changes in the practice of EMS. |
Stage | Final |
Comment Period | Ended on 10/9/2012 |
First responders are often at risk. Many have been assaulted while trying to perform their duties. Just the knowledge that a EMS provider might be armed should reduce the number of assaults. EMS providers are trainded to preserve life, so they will not use a weapon unless it is to preserve their or a patient's life..