EMT 1735 — - Emergency Vehicle Operations
Prerequisite: Instructor permission Corequisite: none This course will provide skills and knowledge of operational roles and responsibilities of emergency vehicle operations. Students will develop essential skills for operating an emergency vehicle safely and effectively. This course covers ambulance inspection, proper use of lights and sirens, distracted and defensive driving in both emergency and non-emergency situations, and driving with due regard for public safety. Additional topics include fatigue management, navigating adverse weather conditions, and proper techniques for backing an emergency vehicle. Emphasis is placed on ensuring patient, public, and personal safety while operating an emergency vehicle. Transfer Curriculum Goal(s): none