This document is an FAQ document to agency questions about the difference between the name as filed with the Department of State and a Doing Business As (DBA) for EMS agency licensure.
In 2015, Act 15 required EMS providers, both paid and volunteer, to have background completed every 5 years. The required background checks include a Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Check through the Department of Human Services.
While the EHSF assists EMS agencies and providers to understand the PA EMS Act of 2009 and its Rules and Regulations, there are other laws EMS agencies leaders and providers must recognize. Here are some additional laws and regulations.
The EHSF is proud to recognition EMS agencies, providers, and 9-1-1 dispatchers as they serve the citizens of South Central Pennsylvania. The following documents explain the EHSF's commendation awards program to provide recognition. The award request form is also available.
The Department communicates with EMS agencies and providers through EMS Information Bulletins to clarify administrative processes. Here you will find EMS Information Bulletins from 2010.
The Department communicates with EMS agencies and providers through EMS Information Bulletins to clarify administrative processes. Here you will find EMS Information Bulletins from 2011.
The Department communicates with EMS agencies and providers through EMS Information Bulletins to clarify administrative processes. Here you will find EMS Information Bulletins from 2012.