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Ambulance safety inspection manual. Volume 5

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A manual describing the requirements for safety inspections on ambulances in Alberta. To be used by certified journeypersons who are registered with the Government of Alberta and approved to... More ≫

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A manual describing the requirements for safety inspections on ambulances in Alberta. To be used by certified journeypersons who are registered with the Government of Alberta and approved to perform safety inspection. Includes reasons an ambulance may be deemed out of service for safety reasons.

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Alberta EMS Provincial Advisory Committee final report

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The Alberta EMS Provincial Advisory Committee was established on January 24, 2022 to explore issues facing the emergency medical services (EMS) system that may contribute to service pressures,... More ≫

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The Alberta EMS Provincial Advisory Committee was established on January 24, 2022 to explore issues facing the emergency medical services (EMS) system that may contribute to service pressures, gaps and human resource/workforce challenges. This included: examining ground ambulance, air ambulance and dispatch services; reviewing procedures and policies related to the delivery of EMS services; and identifying current and emerging issues that impact EMS delivery in Alberta. This final report presents the results of the committee's work, and presents over 50 recommendations to enhance the EMS system so that it is strong, sustainable and provides quality care for patients. Alberta’s government will be accepting all recommendations and is working on a plan of action to carry them out.

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Helicopter emergency medical services report 2021

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This report reviews the helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) system in Alberta and provides recommendations for service planning and future policy work. Air ambulance, which includes HEMS,... More ≫

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This report reviews the helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) system in Alberta and provides recommendations for service planning and future policy work. Air ambulance, which includes HEMS, is an integral part of the overall provincial health and emergency medical services system, and is particularly vital in rural Alberta where access to critical care may not be available in a time-appropriate manner through the use of ground ambulance services.

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Medication codes : Alberta Ambulance Information Management System (AAIMS)

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Presents a list of medication codes to be used when entering data into the Alberta Ambulance Information Management System (AAIMS).

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Ambulance collision reporting

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This policy clarifies the circumstances under which an ambulance operator is to submit an ambulance collision report to the Registrar.

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AAIMS batch data : submission guidelines

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Submission of Patient Care Report (PCR) data by ambulance operators to Alberta Health is a legislative requirement. The Alberta Ambulance Information Management System (AAIMS) provides an... More ≫

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Submission of Patient Care Report (PCR) data by ambulance operators to Alberta Health is a legislative requirement. The Alberta Ambulance Information Management System (AAIMS) provides an electronic mechanism for submission of PCRs. The purpose of these guidelines is to provide ambulance operators with an overview of the process from the submission/uploading of the file, to the retrieval and correction of processing results, and the data and technical requirements for creating batch submissions of PCRs and data records.

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Patient care report data element descriptions : ground ambulance and patient transportation

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Presents the data elements and their descriptions for completion of the Patient Care report for ground ambulances and patient transportation.

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Ambulance preventive maintenance manual

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As emergency response vehicles, ambulances must be maintained in safe and reliable operating condition at all times. While occasional mechanical failures are inevitable, much can be done to... More ≫

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As emergency response vehicles, ambulances must be maintained in safe and reliable operating condition at all times. While occasional mechanical failures are inevitable, much can be done to prevent them. Preventive maintenance should be an important part of every ambulance operator's written maintenance policy, which is a required component of the ambulance licensing process. This manual is intended to help operator's develop and implement an effective preventive maintenance program.

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Emergency health services act : overview

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This information sheet provides an overview of the legislative framework for the governance and delivery of emergency health services in Alberta. It discusses new legislation, the Emergency Health... More ≫

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This information sheet provides an overview of the legislative framework for the governance and delivery of emergency health services in Alberta. It discusses new legislation, the Emergency Health Services Act, which would replace the Ambulance Services Act, as well as supporting regulations, standards and policies.

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Alberta ambulance information management system : accreditation process

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Alberta Ambulance Information Management System (AAIMS) is a web-based application that collects patient care reporting data. This document describes the accreditation process for third party... More ≫

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Alberta Ambulance Information Management System (AAIMS) is a web-based application that collects patient care reporting data. This document describes the accreditation process for third party software developers and third party data submitters.

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