1 Del. Admin. Code § 710-19.0

Current through Reigster Vol. 28, No. 6, December 1, 2024

Section 710-19.0 - Training/Certification

19.1 All individuals must be certified as a NREMT for a minimum of 5 years, have never had any disciplinary action that resulted in their EMT card being suspended or revoked and have completed and passed the required testing of a Commission recognized initial FTO program.

19.2 Eligibility for Delaware FTO Certification

19.2.1 Apply to the Commission on the approved application form.

19.2.2 An individual may apply for certification as an FTO provided that:

19.2.2.1 The individual is a member in good standing of a Delaware fire department, an ambulance company, a private ambulance company, or any other group, business, or industry authorized or recognized by the Commission to provide BLS ambulance service within the State.

19.2.2.2 The individual has had a current EMT, Advanced EMT (AEMT) or paramedic certification from the NREMT for the past 5 years.

19.2.2.3 The Chief, CEO, EMS Officer, or head of the respective organization signs the application.

19.2.2.4 The individual must not have had action taken by the Commission resulting in suspension or revocation of their EMT card.

19.3 Delaware FTO certification

19.3.1 Certification may be obtained by successfully completing a Commission/State approved FTO and passing the FTO exam. Registration and certification will be issued for the time period to coincide with the EMT certification cycle. This is typically a 2-year period. All FTOs must maintain their EMT card to maintain a Delaware FTO certification.

19.3.2 Individuals who take an FTO class from a Commission/State approved provider other than the Delaware State Fire School are required to meet all Commission requirements for certification.

19.3.3 It is the responsibility of the individual applying to provide all necessary documentation. For certification which includes their course completion certificate, a copy of their current CPR/AED healthcare provider card and Delaware EMT certification card, approved by the Commission, Delaware protocol training and current NREMT card.

19.4 Recertification and Delaware FTO

19.4.1 Individuals will be recertified for a 2-year period to coincide with their EMT card.

19.4.2 The recertification requirements for a Delaware FTO will be determined by the Commission, with recommendations of the Medical Director.

19.4.3 Requirements for recertification are:

19.4.3.1 Individuals complete the approved application for recertification of the Commission documenting completion of the following requirements:

19.4.3.1.1 Successful completion of the most current Delaware State Fire School or Commission approved FTO refresher program.

19.4.3.1.2 Current certification that has not expired.

19.4.3.1.3 Complete the approved application for provided by the Commission

19.4.3.1.4 The individual is a member in good standing of a Delaware fire department, an ambulance company, a commercial ambulance company or any other group, business or industry authorized or recognized by the Commission to provide BLS ambulance service within the State.

19.4.3.1.5 The Chief, CEO, EMS Officer, or head of the respective organization signs the application.

19.4.3.1.6 A Delaware EMT employed in another state may present a certificate of completion for training credit form an out-of-state refresher program that is approved by the Commission.

19.4.3.1.7 If for any reason, the FTO's EMT certification is suspended or revoked, their FTO certifications shall automatically be suspended or revoked.

1 Del. Admin. Code § 710-19.0

28 DE Reg. 41 (7/1/2024) (Final)