1 Del. Admin. Code § 710-22.0
Current through Reigster Vol. 28, No. 6, December 1, 2024
Section 710-22.0 - Emergency Medical Responders22.1 EMRs do not meet the requirements of EMT and cannot transport a patient without a Delaware certified EMT present and in the patient care compartment.22.2 Eligibility for Delaware EMR certification is based on the following criteria: 22.2.1 An applicant must be a minimum of 16 years of age.22.2.2 The applicant must successfully complete an approved NHTSA National EMS education standards most current EMR curriculum and have a current CPR/AED certification card, approved by the Commission.22.2.3 NREMT EMR certification is optional.22.2.4 The applicant must submit required applications and paperwork to the Commission.22.3 Certification is valid for 2 years from the date of course completion.22.4 Recertification22.4.1 The applicant must recertify as determined by the Delaware State Fire Prevention Commission. 22.4.1.1 The applicant must successfully complete an approved NHTSA National EMS education standards most current EMR refresher curriculum and have a current CPR/AED certification card, approved by the Commission.22.4.1.2 NREMR registration is as determined by the National Registry.22.4.1.3 The applicant for recertification has not previously had their EMR or EMT certification, or their paramedic license revoked. Previous suspension of any certification or license may be grounds for denial of recertification.22.5 Decertification. The applicant may have their certification revoked by the Commission for any violation of this regulation. The provisions of subsections 18.4 and 18.8 of this regulation are expressly made applicable to EMR's.22.6 Expired EMR Certifications 22.6.1 Individuals desiring certification as an EMR after the expiration date of their certification may do so providing the following conditions are met:22.6.1.1 The applicant's card has been expired for 24 months or less.22.6.1.2 The applicant has successfully completed an approved NHTSA National EMS education standards most current EMR refresher curriculum and has a current CPR/AED certification card.22.6.1.3 The applicant has submitted all required applications and paperwork to the Commission.22.6.1.4 The applicant for recertification has not previously had their Delaware EMR or EMT certification, or their paramedic license revoked. Previous suspension of a certification or license may be grounds for denial of recertification.22.7 Testing procedures Delaware EMR. Initial testing and retesting for EMRs will follow the guidelines set forth by Commission.22.8 Reciprocity. An EMR certified in another state may apply for reciprocity as an EMR in this State if:22.8.1 The applicant submits the required paperwork and application form to the Delaware State Fire School.22.8.2 The applicant provides a copy of their current State EMR Card.22.8.3 The applicant provides a copy of their current CPR/AED certification card, as approved by the Commission.22.8.4 The applicant successfully completes reciprocity requirements approved by the Commission conducted by the Delaware State Fire School which includes, but is not limited to: 22.8.4.1 Practical examinations22.8.4.2 State EMR written examination.1 Del. Admin. Code § 710-22.0
17 DE Reg. 982 (4/1/2014)
24 DE Reg. 471 (11/1/2020)
28 DE Reg. 41 (7/1/2024) (Final)