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Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 3 - AERO MEDICAL SERVICES › Subchapter 9 - Medical Equipment and Supplies › Rule 15-12-31-3.9.3 - Respiratory Care

Current through June 25, 2024
1. OXYGEN - Oxygen
					 is installed according to FAA regulations. Medical transport personnel can
					 determine how oxygen is functioning by pressure gauges mounted in the patient
					 care area.
a. There shall be an adequate and
					 manually controlled supply of gaseous or liquid medical oxygen, attachments for
					 humidification, and a variable flow regulator for each patient. A humidifier,
					 if used, shall be a sterile, disposable, one-time usage item.
b. The licensee shall have and demonstrate
					 the method used to calculate the volume of oxygen required to provide
					 sufficient oxygen for the patients needs for the duration of the transport. The
					 licensee will have a plan to provide the calculated volume of oxygen plus a
					 reserve equal 1000 liters or the volume required to reach an appropriate
					 airport whichever is longer. All necessary regulators, gauges and accessories
					 shall be present and in good working order. The system shall be securely
					 fastened to the airframe using FAA approved restraining devices.
c. Each gas outlet is clearly
					 identified.
d. Oxygen flow can be
					 stopped at or near the oxygen source from inside the aircraft.
e. The following indicators are accessible to
					 medical transport personnel while enroute:
i.
					 Quantity of oxygen remaining
ii.
					 Measurement of liter flow
f. A separate emergency backup supply of
					 oxygen of not less than one E cylinder with regulator and flow meter.
Note: "D" cylinder with regulator and flow meter is permissible for
					 rotor-wing aircraft in place of the "E" cylinder requirement.
g. 1 adult and 1 pediatric size
					 non-rebreathing oxygen mask; 1 adult size nasal cannula and necessary
					 connective tubing and appliances.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 3 - AERO MEDICAL SERVICES › Subchapter 9 - Medical Equipment and Supplies › Rule 15-12-31-3.9.4 - Patient Assessment Equipment

Current through June 25, 2024
1. Automatic blood
					 pressure device, sphygmomanometer, doppler or arterial line monitoring
					 capability onboard or immediately available to determine blood pressure of the
					 adult, pediatric and infant patient(s) during flight, as appropriate.
2. Stethoscope.
3. Penlight/Flashlight.
4. Bandage scissors, heavy duty.
5. Pulse oximetry
6. Bandages & Dressings
7. Sterile Dressings such as 4x4's, ABD
					 pads.
8. Bandages such as Kerlix,
					 Kling.
9. Tape - various
					 sizes.
10. Devices for
					 decompressing a pneumothorax and performing an emergency cricothyroidotomy
					 available if applicable to scope of care of the medical transport
					 service
11. Fetal (Doppler heart
					 rate) monitoring required for high risk OB transports
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-5
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 3 - AERO MEDICAL SERVICES › Subchapter 9 - Medical Equipment and Supplies › Rule 15-12-31-3.9.5 - Miscellaneous Equipment and Supplies

Current through June 25, 2024
1. Potable or
					 sterile water.
2. Container(s) and
					 methods to collect contain and dispose of body fluids such as emesis, oral
					 secretions, and blood consistent with OSHA blood borne pathogens
					 requirements.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-5
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 3 - AERO MEDICAL SERVICES › Subchapter 9 - Medical Equipment and Supplies › Rule 15-12-31-3.9.6 - Infection control equipment

Current through June 25, 2024
The licensee shall have a sufficient quantity of the
						following supplies for all air medical personnel, each flight crew member, and
						all ground personnel with incidental exposure risks according to OSHA
						requirements, but is not limited to
1.
					 Protective gloves.
2. Protective
					 gowns.
3. Protective
					 eyewear.
4. Protective face
					 masks.
5. There shall be an
					 approved bio-hazardous waste plastic bag or impervious container to receive and
					 dispose of used supplies.
6. Hand
					 washing capabilities or antiviral towellets.
7. An adequate trash disposal system
					 exclusive of bio-hazardous waste control provisions.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-5
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 3 - AERO MEDICAL SERVICES › Subchapter 9 - Medical Equipment and Supplies › Rule 15-12-31-3.9.7 - Survival Kit

Current through June 25, 2024
The licensee shall maintain supplies to be used in a
						survival situation. It shall include, but not be limited to, the following
						items which are appropriate to the terrain and environments the licensee
						operates over: Instruction manual; water; shelter - space blanket; knife;
						signaling device - mirror, whistle, flares, dye marker; compass; fire starting
						items - matches, candle, flint, battery.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-5
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 3 - AERO MEDICAL SERVICES › Subchapter 9 - Medical Equipment and Supplies › Rule 15-12-31-3.9.8 - ALS level equipment

Current through June 25, 2024
To function at the ALS level, the following additional
						equipment is required:
1. Advanced
					 Airway and Ventilatory Support Equipment:
a.
					 Laryngoscope and tracheal intubation supplies, including laryngoscope blades,
					 bag-valve- mask and oxygen supplies, including PEEP valves; appropriate for
					 ages and potential needs of patients transported. At minimum, one Laryngoscope
					 handle; one each adult, pediatric and infant blades.
b. Two of each size of assorted disposable
					 endotracheal tubes according to the scope of the licensee's service and patient
					 mixture with assorted stylets, syringes.
c. End-tidal CO2 detectors (may be made onto
					 bag valve mask assemblies or separate); End-tidal CO2 continuous waveform
					 monitoring capabilities available.
d. Alternate airway management equipment.
					 Equipment for alternative airways on-board transport vehicles at all times and
					 protocol for management of missed airway attempts.
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 3 - AERO MEDICAL SERVICES › Subchapter 9 - Medical Equipment and Supplies › Rule 15-12-31-3.9.9

Current through June 25, 2024
To function at the CCLS or SPECIALTY level of care the
						following additional equipment shall be available as required to the scope of
						care of the medical transport service:
1. Mechanical Ventilator - A mechanical
					 ventilator that can deliver up to 100% oxygen concentration at pressures,
					 rates, and volumes appropriate for the size of patient being cared
					 for.
2. Isolette - for services
					 performing transport of neonatal patients.
3. Intraaortic Balloon Pump (IABP)
4. Invasive Line (ARTERIAL AND SWAN-GANZ
					 CATHETERS) monitoring capability.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-5
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 3 - AERO MEDICAL SERVICES › Subchapter 10 - Equipment Maintenance and Inspection Program › Rule 15-12-31-3.10.1

Current through June 25, 2024
The licensee shall have a program to inspect and maintain
						the effective operation of its medical equipment. The program should include
						daily or periodic function checks and routine preventive inspection and
						maintenance. There should be a plan for securing replacement or backup
						equipment when individual items are in for repair. There should be
						manufacturer's manuals as well as brief checklist available for reference. The
						equipment maintenance and inspection program shall include:
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-5
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 3 - AERO MEDICAL SERVICES › Subchapter 10 - Equipment Maintenance and Inspection Program › Rule 15-12-31-3.10.2 - Daily or periodic checks

Current through June 25, 2024
Daily or periodic checks - shall include a checklist
						based on the manufacturer's recommendations which verifies proper equipment
						function and sterile package integrity.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-5
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 3 - AERO MEDICAL SERVICES › Subchapter 10 - Equipment Maintenance and Inspection Program › Rule 15-12-31-3.10.3 - Routine preventive maintenance

Current through June 25, 2024
Routine preventive maintenance - shall include a program
						of cleaning and validating proper performance, supply packaging
						integrity.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-5
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 3 - AERO MEDICAL SERVICES › Subchapter 10 - Equipment Maintenance and Inspection Program › Rule 15-12-31-3.10.4

Current through June 25, 2024
A documentation system which tracks the history of each
						equipment item.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-5
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 3 - AERO MEDICAL SERVICES › Subchapter 10 - Equipment Maintenance and Inspection Program › Rule 15-12-31-3.10.5

Current through June 25, 2024
A procedure for reporting defective or malfunctioning
						equipment when patient care has been affected.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-5
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 3 - AERO MEDICAL SERVICES › Subchapter 10 - Equipment Maintenance and Inspection Program › Rule 15-12-31-3.10.6 - High Visibility Safety Apparel for Staff

Current through June 25, 2024
Each air ambulance must be equipped with high visibility
						safety apparel for each person staffing or participating in the operation of
						the vehicle. All garments must meet the requirements of the American National
						Standard for High Visibility Apparel ANSI/ISEA 107-2004 Performance Class 2 or
						Performance Class 3, or the ANSI/ISEA 207-2006 Standard. All garments must have
						labels, affixed by the manufacturer in accordance with the standard, that
						indicate compliance with the Performance Class 2, Performance Class 3, or
						207-2006 standard.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-5
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 3 - AERO MEDICAL SERVICES › Subchapter 11 - Violations › Rule 15-12-31-3.11.1

Current through June 25, 2024
Violations should be corrected at the time of the
						inspection, if possible.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-5
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 3 - AERO MEDICAL SERVICES › Subchapter 11 - Violations › Rule 15-12-31-3.11.2

Current through June 25, 2024
Violations of the requirements set forth in this section
						will require appropriate corrective action by the licensee.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-5
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 3 - AERO MEDICAL SERVICES › Subchapter 11 - Violations › Rule 15-12-31-3.11.3 - Category "A" Violations

Current through June 25, 2024
Category "A" violations require the air ambulance
						aircraft be immediately removed from service until it has been reinspected and
						found to be in compliance with these regulations. Category "A" violations
						include: Missing equipment or disposable supply items; Insufficient number of
						trained air medical personnel to fill the services staffing requirements; The
						provider has no medical director; Violation or non-compliance of FAR or OSHA
						mandates.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-5
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 3 - AERO MEDICAL SERVICES › Subchapter 11 - Violations › Rule 15-12-31-3.11.4 - Category "B" Violations

Current through June 25, 2024
Category "B" violations must be corrected within 72 hours
						of receiving notice and a written report shall be sent to BEMS verifying the
						correction. Category "B" violations include: Unclean or unsanitary equipment or
						aircraft environment; Non-functional or improperly functioning equipment;
						Expired shelf life of supplies such as medications, IV fluids and items having
						limited shelf life; Package integrity of sealed or sterile items is
						compromised; Failure to produce requested documentation of patient records,
						attendant training or other reports required by BEMS.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-5
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 3 - AERO MEDICAL SERVICES › Subchapter 12 - Suspension; Revocation of License › Rule 15-12-31-3.12.1

Current through June 25, 2024
May occur as outlined in 41-59-17 and 41-59-45. Appeals
						from decision of the board can also be referred to in
						41-59-49.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-5
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 3 - AERO MEDICAL SERVICES › Subchapter 12 - Suspension; Revocation of License › Rule 15-12-31-3.12.2

Current through June 25, 2024
A Mississippi licensed ambulance service shall comply
						with the Mississippi State Trauma Plan as approved by the Mississippi State
						Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services. Licensed service
						must follow the state patient destination criteria and treatment protocols for
						the patient as delineated by these regulations. All Medical Control Plans shall
						comply with the Mississippi State Trauma Plan and all other applicable system
						of care plans as directed by the Mississippi State Department of Health, Bureau
						of Emergency Medical Services.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-5
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 1 - Training Authority Medical First Responder › Rule 15-12-31-4.1.1

Current through June 25, 2024
The guidelines and minimum standards are set forth in
						order to establish a minimum level of training for the Medical First Responder
						in the State of Mississippi. These guidelines and minimum standards shall be
						met by all Medical First Responder courses in the state. BEMS may approve
						Medical First Responder programs if it is determined after review by the BEMS
						staff, State EMS Medical Director, and the Medical Direction, Training and
						Quality Assurance Committee that the objectives of the training program equal
						or exceed those of the State of Mississippi. Additionally, organized EMS
						districts as recognized by BEMS, Mississippi State Department of Health, are
						authorized to provide this training. All Medical First Responder training
						programs must have BEMS approval prior to the start of class.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 2 - Medical First Responder Curriculum › Rule 15-12-31-4.2.1

Current through June 25, 2024
Medical First Responder training curriculums must
						conform, at minimum, to the National Standard Training Curriculum (NSTC)
						developed by the United States Department of Transportation and all current
						revisions as approved for use by BEMS. Minimum hours required for Medical First
						Responder are: 40 didactic/lab. In addition, a Healthcare Provider CPR course
						that meets current AHA Standards and Guidelines for CPR and AED must be
						completed. BEMS and the State EMS Medical Director must approve all training
						curriculums. Written permission from BEMS must be obtained prior to the start
						of a Medical First Responder course.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 3 - Request for approval of Medical First Responder training programs › Rule 15-12-31-4.3.1

Current through June 25, 2024
A list of BEMS approved Medical First Responder training
						programs will be available at the BEMS office and on the BEMS website. Request
						for approval of Medical First Responder training programs not contained on the
						approved list shall be sent to BEMS with evidence and verification that:
1. The Medical First Responder training
					 program meets, at minimum, the requirements of the Medical First Responder
					 curriculum as given in this Section.
2. There are Medical First Responder
					 instructor certification and re-certification requirements, including an
					 evaluation of instructor terminal competencies, provided in the requested
					 training program.
Note: Credentialed EMS instructors of BEMS as trained
					 through the Mississippi EMS Instructor training program and in good standing,
					 are considered as meeting the above requirement
.
3. Approval must be given by the Medical
					 Direction, Training and Quality Assurance Committee (MDTQA), State EMS Medical
					 Director, and BEMS, prior to the start of any classes utilizing the proposed
					 Medical First Responder training program.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 4 - Medical First Responder Training Programs › Rule 15-12-31-4.4.1

Current through June 25, 2024
Mississippi Medical First Responder training should
						include at least forty hours of instruction on the objectives of the First
						Responder National Standard Curriculum. The participants must receive training
						at the Healthcare Provider level in CPR and AED prior to completion of the
						program. This portion of the training should be a minimum of eight additional
						hours if incorporated into the Medical First Responder training
						program.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 4 - Medical First Responder Training Programs › Rule 15-12-31-4.4.2

Current through June 25, 2024
The length of the Healthcare Provider CPR and AED course
						shall not be less than 8 hours (didactic and practical). This training should
						meet the current AHA Standards and Guidelines for CPR and
						AED.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 4 - Medical First Responder Training Programs › Rule 15-12-31-4.4.3

Current through June 25, 2024
The complete Mississippi Medical First Responder
						educational program should be designed to provide the knowledge that will allow
						the student to arrive at decisions based on accepted medical knowledge and that
						will permit the professional growth of the Medical First
						Responder.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 4 - Medical First Responder Training Programs › Rule 15-12-31-4.4.4

Current through June 25, 2024
The program should consist of at minimum two components:
						didactic instruction and clinical instruction, with optional supervised field
						experience in a system which functions under a medical command authority. The
						time required to complete each component may vary, in part being dependent upon
						the ability of students to demonstrate their mastery of the educational
						objectives by written, verbal, and practical examination.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 4 - Medical First Responder Training Programs › Rule 15-12-31-4.4.5

Current through June 25, 2024
The program should maintain on file for each component of
						the curriculum a reasonable comprehensive list of the terminal performance
						objectives to be achieved by the student. These objectives should delineate
						mastery in all competencies identified, including curriculum documentation,
						measurement techniques used, and the records maintained on each student's
						work.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 4 - Medical First Responder Training Programs › Rule 15-12-31-4.4.6

Current through June 25, 2024
The student should be informed about the methods and data
						used in determining grades and about the mechanism for appeal. Conditions
						governing dismissal from the program should be clearly defined in writing and
						distributed to the student at the beginning of the training
						program.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 4 - Medical First Responder Training Programs › Rule 15-12-31-4.4.7

Current through June 25, 2024
Evidence of student competence in achieving the
						educational objectives of the program should be kept on file. Documentation
						should be in the form of both written and practical
						examinations.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 4 - Medical First Responder Training Programs › Rule 15-12-31-4.4.8

Current through June 25, 2024
Classroom, clinical, and optional field faculty should
						also prepare written evaluations on each student. Documentation should be
						maintained identifying the counseling given to individual students regarding
						their performance and the recommendations made to correct inadequate
						performance. Documentation on whether or not the student followed through on
						faculty recommendations should also be maintained. Instruction should be
						supported by performance assessments.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 4 - Medical First Responder Training Programs › Rule 15-12-31-4.4.9

Current through June 25, 2024
Faculty should be presented with the program's
						educational objectives for uses in preparation of lectures and clinical and
						field practice. The course coordinator should ensure that stated educational
						objectives are covered and should answer any questions from students or clarify
						information presented by a lecturer.
1.
					 Didactic instruction: Lectures, discussions, and demonstrations presented by
					 physicians and others who are competent in the field.
2. Clinical and other settings: Instruction
					 and supervised practice of emergency medical skills. Practice should not be
					 limited to the development of practical skills alone, but should include
					 knowledge and techniques regarding patient evaluations, development of patient
					 rapport, and care for and understanding of the patient's illness. Documentation
					 should be maintained for each student's performance in all of the various
					 areas. A frequent performance evaluation is recommended.
3. Field Experience (optional): The field
					 internship is a period of supervised experience in a structured overall EMS
					 system. It provides the student with a progression of increasing patient care
					 responsibilities which proceed from observation to working as a member of a
					 team. There should be a provision for physician evaluation of student progress
					 in acquiring the desired skills to be developed through this experience. The
					 initial position of the student on the EMS care team should be that of observer
					 and should progress to participation in actual patient care. The student should
					 not be placed in the position of being a necessary part of the patient care
					 team. The team should be able to function without the necessary use of a
					 student who may be present.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 4 - Medical First Responder Training Programs › Rule 15-12-31-4.4.10

Current through June 25, 2024
General courses and topics of study must be achievement
						oriented and shall provide students with The necessary knowledge, skills, and
						attitudes to perform accurately and reliably the functions and tasks stated and
						implied in the "Job Description" and "Functional Job Analysis" found in the
						DOT, NSTC Course Guide.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 4 - Medical First Responder Training Programs › Rule 15-12-31-4.4.11

Current through June 25, 2024
Comprehensive instruction which encompasses:
1. Development of knowledge and clinical
					 skills appropriate for this level of care in the areas of: Introduction to EMS
					 Systems; The well-being of the First Responder; Legal and Ethical Issues; The
					 Human Body; Lifting and Moving Patients; Airway management procedures; Patient
					 assessment including both initial and ongoing assessment; Managing patient
					 circulation; Identify and manage illness and injury; Childbirth; Assessment and
					 management of common medical and trauma situations of
					 infants/children
2. EMS operations:
					 Operational Policies: Student matriculation practices and student and faculty
					 recruitment should be non-discriminatory with respect to race, color, creed,
					 sex, or national origin. Student matriculation and student and faculty
					 recruitment practices are to be consistent with all laws regarding
					 non-discrimination. It is recommended that records be kept for a reasonable
					 period of time on the number of students who apply, and the number accepted, as
					 well as a placement history of those who complete the program. Announcements
					 and advertising about the program shall reflect accurately the training being
					 offered. The program shall be educational, and students shall use their
					 scheduled time for educational experiences. Health and safety of students,
					 faculty, and patients shall be adequately safeguarded. Costs to the student
					 shall be reasonable and accurately stated and published. Policies and process
					 for student withdrawal and refunds on tuition and fees shall be fair and made
					 known to all applicants.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 4 - Medical First Responder Training Programs › Rule 15-12-31-4.4.12

Current through June 25, 2024
Curriculum Description: Instructional content of the
						educational program should include the successful completion of stated
						educational objectives that fulfill local and regional needs and that satisfy
						the requirements of this curriculum section. The curriculum should be organized
						to provide the student with knowledge required to understand fully the skills
						that are taught in this program. It is important not to lose sight of the
						original purpose of the Medical First Responder level. Students should have an
						opportunity to acquire clinical experience and practice skills related to the
						emergency medical care of these patients. Students should also understand the
						ethical and legal responsibilities they assume as students and are being
						prepared to assume as graduates.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 5 - Medical First Responder classes, class approval › Rule 15-12-31-4.5.1

Current through June 25, 2024
The BEMS may approve Medical First Responder training
						classes if it is determined, after review of Medical First Responder class
						request forms that the objectives of the class equal or exceed those of the
						State of Mississippi.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 5 - Medical First Responder classes, class approval › Rule 15-12-31-4.5.2

Current through June 25, 2024
Medical First Responder class approval forms can be
						requested from BEMS or be completed on the BEMS website. Credentialed Medical
						First Responder instructors should complete the class approval form and submit
						to BEMS, at minimum, thirty (30) calendar days prior to the first day of class.
						BEMS will assign a class number to all approved requests and return to the
						credentialed Medical First Responder instructor. Incomplete paperwork will be
						returned without action.
Miss. Code Ann.
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Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 6 - Medical First Responder classes, initial roster › Rule 15-12-31-4.6.1

Current through June 25, 2024
Initial rosters shall be completed by the credentialed
						Medical First Responder instructor immediately following the second meeting of
						the class. Initial roster forms can be obtained from BEMS or be completed on
						the BEMS website. A final roster for a full or refresher Medical First
						Responder class will not be accepted without an initial roster on file with
						BEMS.
Miss. Code Ann.
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Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 7 - Medical First Responder classes, final roster › Rule 15-12-31-4.7.1

Current through June 25, 2024
Final rosters shall be completed by the credentialed
						Medical First Responder instructor immediately following the end of a full
						Medical First Responder or Medical First Responder refresher class. The final
						roster shall be inclusive of all students on the initial roster. The final
						roster will note students who withdrew, failed, and completed the Medical First
						Responder class. The final roster form can be obtained from BEMS or be
						completed on the BEMS website. Students successfully completing the class will
						not be allowed to test National Registry until a final roster is on file with
						BEMS. Credentialed Medical First Responder instructors must complete the final
						roster affidavit regarding Medical First Responder DOT practical skills
						completion
Miss. Code Ann.
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Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 8 - Medical First Responder Training Programs, Minimum Admittance Criteria › Rule 15-12-31-4.8.1

Current through June 25, 2024
Must be eighteen (18) years of age prior to class
						completion.
Miss. Code Ann.
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Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 8 - Medical First Responder Training Programs, Minimum Admittance Criteria › Rule 15-12-31-4.8.2

Current through June 25, 2024
Students currently enrolled in a Mississippi Community or
						Junior College dual enrollment program may also be considered eligible to enter
						First Responder training program in exception to other stated admission
						requirements.
Miss. Code Ann.
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Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 9 - Medical First Responder Refresher Training › Rule 15-12-31-4.9.1

Current through June 25, 2024
The Mississippi Medical First Responder Refresher
						curriculum must conform, at minimum, to the National Standard Training
						Curriculum (NSTC) developed by the United States Department of Transportation
						and all current revisions as approved for use by BEMS. Minimum hours required
						for Medical First Responder refresher training are: 12 hours didactic/lab.
						Written permission from BEMS must be obtained prior to the start of a Medical
						First Responder refresher course. Instructors should complete the class
						approval form and submit to BEMS, at minimum, thirty (30) calendar days prior
						to the first day of class. Medical First Responder refresher training must be
						accomplished by all certified Mississippi Medical First Responders during their
						National Registry certification period.
Miss. Code Ann.
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												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 9 - Medical First Responder Refresher Training › Rule 15-12-31-4.9.2

Current through June 25, 2024
NOTE: Medical First Responder Refresher Course
						Instructors should refer to: for request for approval of Medical First
						Responder training programs; for Medical First Responder classes, class
						approval; for Medical First Responder classes, initial roster; for Medical
						First Responder classes, final roster.
Miss. Code Ann.
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												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 9 - Medical First Responder Refresher Training › Rule 15-12-31-4.9.3

Current through June 25, 2024
Prerequisites to certification as a Medical First
						Responder (training obtained in Mississippi):
1. Age of at least 18 years.
2. National Registry certification at minimum
					 level of First Responder.
Miss. Code Ann.
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Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 10 - Medical First Responder Certification › Rule 15-12-31-4.10.1

Current through June 25, 2024
Any person desiring certification as a Medical First
						Responder shall apply to the BEMS using forms provided (Application for State
						Certification).
Miss. Code Ann.
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												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 10 - Medical First Responder Certification › Rule 15-12-31-4.10.2

Current through June 25, 2024
All certification applications must be accompanied by a
						ten-dollar ($10.00) money order or business check payable to the Mississippi
						State Department of Health - BEMS, a copy of the applicant's current National
						Registry card. BEMS may withhold or deny the application for certification for
						a like period of time equal to the like period of time under which a person
						failed to comply. Mississippi requires that all Medical First Responder's
						maintain current registration with the National Registry of Emergency Medical
						Technicians.
Miss. Code Ann.
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Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 11 - Grounds for Suspension or Revocation › Rule 15-12-31-4.11.2

Current through June 25, 2024
If the Bureau finds that public health, safety, and
						welfare requires emergency action and a finding to that effect is incorporated
						in its order, summary suspension of a certification may me ordered pending
						proceedings for revocation or other action.
Miss. Code Ann.
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Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 12 - Recertification of Medical First Responders › Rule 15-12-31-4.12.1

Current through June 25, 2024
Any person desiring re-certification as a Medical First
						Responder shall apply to BEMS using forms provided (Application for state
						certification).
Miss. Code Ann.
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												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 12 - Recertification of Medical First Responders › Rule 15-12-31-4.12.2

Current through June 25, 2024
All re-certification applications must be accompanied by
						ten-dollar ($10.00) money order or business check payable to the Mississippi
						State Department of Health - BEMS. Also, include a copy of the applicant's
						current National Registry card.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 12 - Recertification of Medical First Responders › Rule 15-12-31-4.12.3

Current through June 25, 2024
All Medical First Responders failing to re-certify with
						BEMS on or before the expiration date of his/her certification period will be
						considered officially expired.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 12 - Recertification of Medical First Responders › Rule 15-12-31-4.12.4

Current through June 25, 2024
BEMS may withhold or deny an application for
						re-certification for a like period of t ime equal to the like period of time
						under which a person fails to comply.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 12 - Recertification of Medical First Responders › Rule 15-12-31-4.12.5

Current through June 25, 2024
A Medical First Responder certificate issued shall be
						valid for a period not exceeding two and one-half (2 ½ ) years from date
						of issuance and may be renewed upon payment of a renewal fee of ten dollars
						($10.00), which shall be paid to the Board, provided that the holder meets the
						qualifications set forth in regulations promulgated by the
						Board.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 12 - Recertification of Medical First Responders › Rule 15-12-31-4.12.6

Current through June 25, 2024
The Board may suspend or revoke a certificate so issued
						at any time it is determined that the holder no longer meets the prescribed
						qualifications.
Miss. Code Ann.
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												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 13 - Job Summary › Rule 15-12-31-4.13.1

Current through June 25, 2024
A Mississippi Medical First Responder activates the EMS
						system, surveys the scene for hazards, contains those hazards, gains access to
						the injured or sick, gathers relevant patient data, provides immediate
						emergency medical care using a limited amount of equipment, controls the scene,
						and prepares for the arrival of the ambulance. Ongoing evaluation of the
						functioning Medical First Responder is essential to the maintenance of medical
						care quality. As with all professionals in the medical community, it must be
						realized that continuing education is an integral part of the Medical First
						Responder's ability to maintain a high degree of competency.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 14 - Functional Job Analysis › Rule 15-12-31-4.14.1 - Mississippi Medical First Responder Characteristics

Current through June 25, 2024
1. The Mississippi Medical First Responder
					 must be a person who can remain calm while working in difficult and stressful
					 circumstances, as well as one who is capable of combining technical skills,
					 theoretical knowledge, and good judgment to insure optimal level of fundamental
					 emergency care to sick or injured patients while adhering to specific
					 guidelines within the given scope of practice.
2. The Mississippi Medical First Responder is
					 expected to be able to work alone but must also be a team player. Personal
					 qualities such as the ability to "take charge" and control the situation are
					 essential, as are the maintaining of a caring and professional attitude,
					 controlling one's own fears, presenting a professional appearance, staying
					 physically fit, and keeping one's skills and abilities up to date. The
					 Mississippi Medical First Responder must be receptive to the evaluation
					 required for the maintenance of quality medical care.
3. Self-confidence, a desire to work with
					 people, emotional stability, tolerance for high stress, honesty, a pleasant
					 demeanor, and the ability to meet the physical and intellectual requirements
					 demanded by this position are characteristics of the competent First
					 Responders. The Mississippi Medical First Responder also must be able to deal
					 with adverse social situations which include responding to calls in districts
					 known to have high crime rates. The Mississippi Medical First Responder ideally
					 possesses an interest in working for the good of society and has a commitment
					 to doing so.
Miss. Code Ann.
						§
												41-59-81
Mississippi Administrative Code › Title 15 - Mississippi Department of Health › Part 12 - Bureau of Emergency Medical Services › Subpart 31 - Emergency Medical Services › Chapter 4 - Medical First Responder › Subchapter 14 - Functional Job Analysis › Rule 15-12-31-4.14.2 - Physical Demands

Current through June 25, 2024
Aptitudes required for work of this nature are good
						physical stamina, endurance, and body condition that would not be adversely
						affected by having to walk, stand, lift, carry, and balance at times, in excess
						of 125 pounds. Motor coordination is necessary because over uneven terrain, the
						patient's, and the First Responder's well being, as well as other workers'
						well-being must not be jeopardized.
Miss. Code Ann.
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												41-59-81