CONTRACT 5141 Service AgreementAgreement No. 5141
UCLA
And
The City of El Segundo
Services Agreement
This Agreement ( "Agreement ") is made and entered as of June 07, 2016, by and between
The Regents of the University of California, a California corporation, on behalf of the
UCLA Center for Prehospital Care ( "UCLA ") and The City of El Segundo ( "City "), on
behalf of the El Segundo Fire Department ( "Fire Department ") and El Segundo Police
Department ( "Police Department ") (collectively the "Departments ").
RECITALS
A. The UCLA Center for Prehospital Care conducts continuing education in
prehospital and emergency medicine for students to maintain licensure as EMT-
Basic and Paramedic (collectively referred to as "CE Programs "), conducts
primary education to obtain licensure as an EMT - Defibrillation ( "EMT -D ")
Provider, provides quality improvement services to maintain or enhance the
quality of patient care (referred to as "QI Services "), and conducts Automatic
External Defibrillation ( "AED ") training to law enforcement and if needed,
personnel in City Buildings.
B. Department desires to utilize UCLA's services to maintain the certifications of
their employees and to continue to deliver quality patient care to their community.
NOW THEREFORE, the Parties hereby agree as follows;
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Article 1
Rights and Responsibilities of UCLA
1.1 Provide a Nurse Educator ("Educator"). UCLA shall provide one Educator to
the Fire Department to conduct CE Programs and QI Services and an AED
Coordinator ( "Coordinator ") to conduct AED education and services to Police
Department and personnel in City Buildings. The Educator and Coordinator
shall be subject to the mutual approval of both UCLA and Fire Department.
1.2 Provide CE Programs for Fire De artment.
1.2.1 Scheduling CE Programs. UCLA shall provide and schedule three hour
CE Programs, each month, for each of three shifts. UCLA shall develop a
schedule and submit it to the Fire Department for approval. The schedule
will provide a minimum of twenty -four (24) hours of continuing education
for each Fire Department EMT - Paramedic and twelve (12) hours of
continuing education for each Fire Department EMT - Basic. This will
provide a Fire Department Paramedic thirty -six (36) hours of continuing
education annually if he /she attends all continuing education conducted on
their scheduled shifts.
1.2.2 CE Pro rain Content. All CE Programs shall have content that meets the
criteria established by the County of Los Angeles and the State of
California to fulfill EMT -Basic and EMT - Paramedic continuing education
and recertification requirements. Content shall be developed in
collaboration with Fire Department.
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1.3 Provide EMT -D Education and Services for Fire De artment. UCLA shall
provide a coordinator ( "Coordinator ") to conduct the services under this section.
The Coordinator shall do the following:
1.3.1 Work cooperatively with the Educator.
1.3.2 Review operational policies for operation of the EMT -D program at Fire
Department and submit revisions or recommendations to Fire Department
1.3.3 Provide competency testing annually for sixty (60) Fire Department
personnel. Education session dates /times will be decided upon by the
Coordinator and Fire Department personnel.
1.3.4 Review Fire Department patient care reports, dispatch records, and AED
usage downloads where appropriate within 72 hours for each cardiac arrest
and generate a report that will be reviewed by the Medical Director.
1.3.5 Maintain and submit bi- annually a log that will include usage of the AED,
primary education dates, competency test dates, and AED maintenance
logs.
1.3.6 Prepare the annual EMT -D report for the Fire Department to submit to the
Los Angeles County Department of Health Services as required by policy
412 of the Los Angeles County Department of Health Services Prehospital
Care Policy Manual and included as Exhibit A.
1.4 Provide a Medical Director. UCLA shall provide a medical director ( "Medical
Director ") to supervise the EMT -D Education and Services, including the quality
of instruction and use of the AED, as defined by policy 412 of the Los Angeles
County Department of Health Services Prehospital Care Policy Manual and
included as Exhibit A. UCLA and Medical Director assume no responsibility for
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the clinical activities and care provided by any of City's or Departments'
employees or agents, including but not limited to care relating to the EMT-
Defibrillation.
1.5 Provide Q1 Services for Fire Department
1.5.1 On Site Evaluation. The Educator shall ride along and evaluate Fire
Department personnel under field conditions and design and provide
education to any specific needs identified. These on -site evaluations will
be conducted three times each month for approximately seven to eight
hours each time.
1.5.2 ualu' Improvement Aetivities. The Educator shall develop, coordinate
and maintain a quality improvement plan for Fire Department. This shall
include: developing a system to review Fire Department's patient care
reports, developing patient care report review criteria, reviewing patient
care reports, coordinating quarterly quality improvement meetings,
providing direct field observation, developing a plan to evaluate the
competency of Fire Department personnel, assisting in fact - finding for
specific incidents, and attending the Los Angeles County EMS Agency
Quality Improvement Committee meetings to gather information
regarding updates and changes to policies and /or procedures and reporting
to the Fire Department.
1.5.3 Reports and Records. The Educator will report on QI Activities to the
Fire Department Chief and QI Designee (as identified in Section 3.2
below) and implement any recommendations under the direction of the QI
Designee.
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1.6 AED Services for Police Department. Coordinator shall do the following:
1.6.1 Provide two re- training courses each year. One program may be
scheduled as a primary course to accommodate new personnel.
1.6.2 Maintain a master list of employees' training and re- training dates.
1.6.3 Review Police Department, dispatch records, and AED usage downloads
where appropriate within 72 hours for each cardiac arrest and generate a
report that will be reviewed by the Medical Director.
1.6.4 Maintain a log that will include usage of AED, primary education dates,
competency test dates, and AED maintenance logs.
1.6.5 Prepare the annual AED Service Provider Report on behalf of the Police
Department to submit to the Los Angeles County Department of Health
Services as required by policy 413 of the Los Angeles County Department
of Health Services Prehospital Care Policy Manual and included as
Exhibit B.
1.6.6 Coordinate the re- approval of the AED Service Provider Program with the
Los Angeles County Department of Health Services.
1.7 AED 5crvices for Cit y Personnel in Cily Buildings. Coordinator shall do the
following:
1.7.1 Provide primary AED /CPR training up to four courses per year as
requested.
1.7.2 Recommend key personnel in each location for training and recommend
the placement location of the AED in each building.
1.7.3 Maintain master list of City employee training and re- training dates.
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1.7.4 Review all AED usage downloads if notified and where appropriate,
within 72 hours for each cardiac arrest and generate a report that will be
reviewed by the Medical Director.
1.7.5 Maintain a log that will include usage of AED, primary education dates,
competency test dates, and AED maintenance logs.
1.7.6 Prepare and submit operational policies for operation of the AED at four
City locations (e.g., City Hall, Police Department, Parks and Recreation
facility and the Urho Saari Swim Stadium "The Plunge ").
Article 2
Confidentiality
2.1 definition, For purposes of this Agreement, the term "Confidential Information"
shall mean any information disclosed in order to accomplish the work under this
Agreement by one party ( "Disclosing Party ") to another party ( "Receiving Party ")
that is considered confidential by the Disclosing Party, provided such information
is in writing or other tangible form and clearly marked as confidential when
disclosed, or is so designated in writing within thirty (30) days of such disclosure.
The Parties agree to disclose only information that is necessary to the work and to
send such information directly to the Parties noticed in Section 9 of this
Agreement.
2.2 Obligations of the Parties. The Receiving Party agrees, to the extent permitted
by law, that Confidential Information shall remain the property of the Disclosing
Party and that the Receiving Party shall only use, disclose or distribute
Confidential Information within its own organization as is reasonably necessary to
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carry out the intent of this Agreement. For the period of the Agreement and for a
period of five (5) years after disclosure, Confidential Information shall not be
used or disclosed to others except in furtherance of this Agreement, provided,
however, that the foregoing obligation of non -use and non - disclosure shall not
apply to any portion of the Confidential Information that:
2.2.1 is or shall have been known to the Receiving Party before his /her receipt
thereof;
2.2.2 is or shall have been disclosed to the Receiving Party by a third party;
2.2.3 is or shall have become known to the public other than through the
Receiving Party;
2.2.4 is independently created by the Receiving Party's personnel who have had
no exposure to the Confidential Information; or
2.2.5 is required bylaw, regulation, a court of competent jurisdiction or any
rules of civil procedure applicable to any court or administrative
proceeding to be disclosed.
2.3 Return of Confidential Information. Upon the expiration or earlier termination
of this Agreement, the Receiving Party shall promptly return to the Disclosing
Party all Confidential Information of the Disclosing Party and any copies made
thereof, whether in written, electronic or any other form.
Article 3
Rights and Responsibilities of City and Departments
3.1 Provide Space and E cuui pment. City and Departments shall provide a classroom
in a facility sufficient to provide quality instruction, audiovisual equipment, and
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access to City's training equipment and supplies for the purposes of CE Programs
and instruction. Specifically, the City will provide access to training AEDs and
manikins for the EMT -D and AED courses.
3.2 Designate Q1 Pei-son. Fire Department shall designate a person responsible for
QI Services in the Departments and to receive the information under this
agreement and direct the QI Activities ( "QI Designee ").
3.3 Desi anate: Maintenance Person. Fire Department shall designate a person
responsible for the maintenance checks on AEDs in the Fire Department, Police
Department, and City buildings.
3.4 Training Re uirements.
3.4.1 Fire Department shall ensure all personnel are currently certified EMT-
Basic to ensure certification as an EMT -D provider.
3.4.2 Police Department shall ensure all specified personnel maintain a current
CPR and First Aid card every two years.
3.5 Registration. The City will coordinate the registration of City personnel into
AED courses at City buildings.
3.6 Textbooks. The City will provide the textbooks for participants at AED courses
at City buildings.
3.7 1es poa". City understands and accepts the responsibility for the clinical
activities and care provided by its employees and agents and for the
implementation of all services provided herein.
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Article 4
Term
4.1 The term of this Agreement shall be for three (3) years, from June 1, 2016,
through June 30, 2019.This Agreement shall automatically renew for two
additional one -year terms unless terminated earlier as set forth in this Agreement.
Article 5
Termination
5.1 Termination without Cause. Either party may terminate this Agreement at any
time without cause by providing the other party with sixty (60) days written
notice to the names set forth in Article 9 below.
5.2 Termination for Cause. Either party may terminate this Agreement for cause or
a material breach by providing the other party with thirty (3 0) days written notice
to the names set forth in Article 9 below. If the breaching party fails to cure the
breach, the termination shall be effective at the end of the thirty (30) day period.
Article 6
Payment
6.1 Compensation for Services. City agrees to compensate UCLA for the services
provided under this Agreement at the rates set forth in Exhibit C. UCLA will
invoice City on a monthly basis. City shall pay the invoiced amount due within
30 days of receipt of the invoice from UCLA.
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6.2 PaPayment. Any payment to UCLA made pursuant to this Agreement shall be
made by check payable to the Regents of the University of California and mailed
to:
Business Services Director
UCLA Center for Prehospital Care
10990 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1450
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Article 7
Insurance
7.1 The Parties agree to obtain and maintain the insurance set forth in Exhibit D.
Article 8
Indemnification
8.1 Departments and the City agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless UCLA,
its officers, employees and agents from and against any and all liability, loss,
expense (including reasonable attorneys' fees) or claims for injury or damages
arising out of the performance of this Agreement, but only in proportion to and to
the extent such liability, loss, expense, attorneys' fees, or claims for injury or
damages are caused by or result from the negligent or intentional acts or
omissions of the Departments and City, its officers, employees or agents.
8.2 UCLA agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Departments and the City,
its officers, employees and agents from and against any and all liability, loss,
expense (including reasonable attorneys' fees) or claims for injury or damages
arising out of the performance of this Agreement, but only in proportion to and to
the extent such liability, loss, expense, attorneys' fees, or claims for injury or
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damages are caused by or result from the negligent or intentional acts or
omissions of UCLA, its officers, employees or agents.
Article 9
Notice
9.1 Any notice required to be given to any Party is deemed to have been given and to
be effective on the date of delivery if delivered in person, or five days after
mailing if mailed by first -class certified mail, postage paid, or on the date of the
fax confirmation if made by fax, to the respective addresses given below or to any
other address as designated in writing to the other Party:
UCLA:
Todd LeGassick
Managing Director
UCLA Center for Prehospital Care
10990 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1450
Los Angeles, CA 90024
With a copy to:
UCLA Healthcare Legal Affairs
924 Westwood Blvd., Suite 1050
Los Angeles, CA 90024
City:
City Clerk's Office
City of El Segundo
350 Main Street
El Segundo, CA 90245
With a copy to:
El Segundo Fire Department
314 Main Street
El Segundo, CA 90245
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Article 10
Use of Name
10.1 Neither Party may use the name of the other without the prior written approval of
the authorized representative of the other Party. City and Departments agree that
any use of the "University of California" or similar references to the University of
California Los Angeles, its employees, programs and/or facilities, shall be subject
to the prior written consent of The Regents of the University of California in
accordance with the provisions of applicable law, including but not limited to
California Education Code Section 92000, and University of California policy.
Article 11
General Terms
11.1 Relationship. . This Agreement is not construed as creating a partnership, joint
venture, or agency relationship among the Parties. The relationship between the
Parties shall at all times be that of independent contractors.
11.2 Non-solicitation. City and Departments agree that they will not solicit UCLA
Educator(s) for employment at the City or Departments during the term of the
Agreement and for twelve 12 months after the end of its term.
11.3 Governing Law. This Agreement must be interpreted and construed according to
the laws of the State of California.
11.4 Modifications'. cations. Any amendments or modifications to this Agreement must be in
writing and signed by authorized representatives of both Parties.
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11.5 Assignment. Neither Party may assign their rights, duties, or obligations under
this Agreement, either in whole or in part, without the prior written consent of the
other Party.
11.6 Severability. The provisions of this Agreement are severable. If any provision
of this Agreement is determined to be invalid or unenforceable under any
controlling body of law, the invalidity or enforceability does not in any way affect
the validity or enforceability of the remaining provisions of this Agreement.
11.7 Waiver. Waiver by any Party of any breach of any provision of this Agreement
or warranty or representation shall not be construed as a waiver of any subsequent
breach of the same or any other provision. The failure to exercise any right in this
Agreement shall not operate as a waiver of such right.
11.8 Entire Agreement. This Agreement, and the Exhibits, contain the entire
Agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter of the
Agreement and supersedes all prior written or oral agreements with respect to the
subject matter in the Agreement.
11.9 No 'Third Party Beneficiaries. None of the provisions contained in this
Agreement are intended by the Parties, nor shall they be deemed, to confer any
benefit on any person not a Party to this Agreement.
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IN WITNESS THEREOF, the Parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the dates
indicated.
DATE: THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY
OF CALIFORNIA, on behalf of the UCLA
Center for Prehospital Care
By. _.__ ww
On bclial.f of U ALA
Kelsey Martin, M.D., Ph.D.
Interim Dean,
David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
DATE THE 01 OF �VI, SEGUNDO
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Greg pent 'µ, City Manager
DATE: �� �' ATTEST:
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Exhibit A
L,os An eles CounLy Department of Health Services Prehos ital Care Policy Manual
Policy
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
SUBJECT: EMT AED SERVICE PROVIDER
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Agreement No. 5141
REFERENCE NO. 412
PURPOSE: To establish policies and procedures for EMT AED service providers in
Los Angeles County.
AUTHORITY: Health and Safety Code Sections; 1797.170, 1797.190, 1797.196
California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 9, Chapter 2 Sections
100056,100056.1, 100063, 100063.1.
DEFINITIONS:
AHA ECC: American Heart Association Emergency Cardiovascular Care
Automated Exte-rnal Defibrillator (AED): An external defibrillator capable of cardiac rhythm
analysis that will charge and deliver a shock, either automatically or by user interaction, after
electronically detecting and assessing ventricular fibrillation or ventricular tachycardia.
Authorized Individual: EMT personnel employed by an EMT AED service provider who has
met the training requirements and is authorized to use an AED.
CPR: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
EMT (Emergency Medical Technician): An individual who is currently certified in California as
an EMT.
EMT AED Service Provider: An agency or organization approved by the EMS agency and is
responsible for and authorizes EMTs to operate an AED for the purpose of providing services to
the general public.
PRINCIPLES:
All EMT AED service provider agencies shall meet State regulations and
established EMS Agency policies.
2. Only agencies or organizations that employ EMTs are eligible for approval as an
EMT AED service provider.
3. An approved EMT AED service provider and their authorized personnel shall be
recognized statewide.
4. Agencies that employ both EMTs and public safety personnel and seek approval
as an AED service provider agency must comply with the policy requirements for
each entity.
Medical Dir, or, EMS Ay
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SUBJECT: EMT AED SERVICE PROVIDER
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS REFERENCE NO. 412
POLICY;
1. Approving Authority
The EMS Agency shall be the approving authority for all EMT AED service provider
programs whose headquarters /local operations are located within Los Angeles County.
ll. Program Approval
The EMS Agency:
A. Shall notify the applicant within ten (10) working days that the application was
received and specify what information, if any, is missing or deficient.
B. Shall review and approve all CPR /AED training programs which are not approved
by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or the EMS
Authority.
C. May conduct a site survey prior to approval.
D. Shall provide written approval authorizing AED services within fourteen (14)
working days, when all requirements have been met.
E. May revoke or suspend an EMT AED program, prohibiting the use of AEDs, if the
EMT AED service provider:
1. Is found to be out of compliance with applicable State regulations and /or
EMS Agency policies, procedures or reporting requirements.
2. Fails to correct identified deficiencies within the specified length of time
after receiving written notice from the EMS Agency.
M. Program Staff Requirements
Each program shall designate a program coordinator.
A. Requirements
An individual designated by the fire chief or general manager of the EMT AED
service provider organization or agency.
B. The duties shall include but are not limited to:
1. Program management.
2. Data collection.
3. Annual report submission.
4. Ensure that a California licensed physician, physician assistant,
registered nurse or paramedic, who has the ability to interpret ECG
rhythms, will timely and competently:
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SUBJECT: EMT AED SERVICE PROVIDER
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS REFERENCE NO. 412
a. Review all cases where an AED was applied.
b. Log required data.
C. Review and summarize system performance.
d. Make recommendations, as indicated, for modification of system
design, performance protocols or training standards designed to
improve patient outcome.
5. Comply with department and EMS Agency policies and procedures.
IV. Program Requirements
A. Initial Application
An organization or agency employing certified EMTs may seek approval by
submitting the following:
1. A complete application.
2. All required documents as outlined in the application packet.
3. A written request or letter of intent which includes the following:
a. A statement that the organization or agency is willing to abide by
Los Angeles County EMS Agency Reference No. 412, EMT AED
Service Provider Program Requirements.
b. An assurance that all AED devices in use meet current AHA ECC
guidelines.
C. Changes in key personnel or equipment will be reported to the Los
Angeles County EMS Agency within thirty (30) days.
d. Notification of discontinuance of an approved EMT AED program
will be sent to the Los Angeles County EMS Agency within thirty
(30) days.
B. Training and Competency
Requirements are as follows;
1. CPR with AED training to the level of health care provider or professional
rescuer in accordance with current American Heart
Association /Emergency Cardiovascular Care guidelines.
2, Orientation to the use and maintenance of the EMT service provider's
specific AED device(s).
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EMT AED SERVICE PROVIDER
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS REFERENCE NO. 412
3. Instruction in documentation, internal response and operational plan,
reporting requirements and EMS Agency policies and procedures related
to AED use.
4. Continued competency training and documented demonstration of skills
proficiency which shall occur, at a minimum, every two (2) years.
Provide the following to the EMS Agency or EMS Authority upon request for each
EMT AED authorized user:
1. EMT certification number with expiration date and issuing agency.
2. Date of most recent CPR /AED training.
3. Most recent AED skills competency date.
Maintenance of Equipment/Supplies
1. Have a written policy with the procedure to be used to ensure AED
equipment is properly maintained.
2. All AEDs and supplies shall be maintained and inspected after each use
and, at a minimum, every thirty (30) days.
Response and Operational Plan
All EMT AED service providers shall have a response and operational plan for
AED use to include the following:
1, How emergency response will be activated e.g. 9 -1 -1 call, internal
number, radio, etc.
2. Geographical response area, location of each AED and number of AEDs
in service.
3. Response personnel.
4. Scene safety.
5. Documentation post AED application.
V. Program Review and Reporting
A. Approved programs shall be subject to periodic on -site surveys by the
EMS Agency, in conjunction with other surveys whenever possible.
B. The EMS Agency shall be notified in writing within thirty (30) days of any change
in program coordinator, and /or changing, adding or upgrading of AEDs.
C. The EMS Agency annual report shall be submitted by March 31St for the previous
year. The annual report shall include, but may not be limited to the following:
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SUBJECT; EMT AED SERVICE PROVIDER
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS REFERENCE NO. 412
1. The total number of cardiac arrest responses.
2. The total population served.
3. The number of patients with sudden cardiac arrest receiving CPR prior to
arrival of the EMT AED service provider on whom an AED was applied.
4. The number of persons who suffered a witnessed cardiac arrest whose
initial monitored rhythm was ventricular tachycardia or ventricular
fibrillation on whom an AED was applied.
5. The number of patients who were defibrillated:
a. Witnessed
b. Un- witnessed
6. Number of personnel who are authorized to perform defibrillation by the
EMT AED service provider:
a. EMTs
b. Lay public
VI. Record Keeping
A. Each program shall maintain the following records for four (4) years which shall
be available for review:
1. All documentation required for program approval.
2. Training and competency rosters.
3. Instructional and testing material.
4. Maintenance /inspection log sheets.
5. Curriculum vitae and qualifications for program coordinator.
B. Patient care records shall be maintained in accordance with EMS Agency
policies.
CROSS REFERENCE-
Prehospital Care Manual:
Reference No. 412.1, EMT AED Service Provider Program Application
Reference No. 413, Public Safety AED Service Provider Program Requirements
Reference No. 602, Confidentiality of Patient Information
Reference No. 606, Documentation of Prehospital Care
Reference No. 610, Retention of Prehospital Care Records
Reference No. 814, Determination /Pronouncement of Death in the Field
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Exhibit B
Los An gcic,s Counly Department of Health Services Prehos pital Care Policy Manual
Pow 413
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SERVICES
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
SUBJECT: PUBLIC SAFETY AED SERVICE PROVIDER
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS REFERENCE NO. 413
PURPOSE: To establish policies and procedures for Public Safety AED Service Providers
in Los Angeles County.
AUTHORITY: Health and Safety Code Sections; 1797.170, 1797.190, 1797.196
California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 9, Chapter 1.5 Sections
100005 - 109016, 1 00018 - 100028. Penal Code Sections 830 — 830.65
DEFINITIONS:
AHA ECC: American Heart Association Emergency Cardiovascular Care
Automated External Defibrillator (AED): An external defibrillator capable of cardiac rhythm
analysis that will charge and deliver a shock, either automatically or by user interaction, after
electronically detecting and assessing ventricular fibrillation or ventricular tachycardia.
Authorized Individual: Public safety personnel employed by a public safety AED service
provider who has met the training requirements and is authorized to use an AED.
CPR: Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
EMT (Emergency Medical Technician): An individual who is currently certified in California as
an EMT.
Public Safety AED Service Provider: An agency or organization approved by the EMS
agency and is responsible for and authorizes public safety personnel to operate an AED for the
purpose of providing services to the general public.
Public Safety Personnel: Firefighter, lifeguard or peace officer (as defined by section 830 of
the Penal Code) not employed as an EMT.
PRINCIPLES:
All public safety AED service provider agencies shall meet State regulations and
established EMS Agency Policies.
2. Only agencies or organizations that employ public safety personnel are eligible
for approval as a public safety AED service provider.
3. An approved public safety AED service provider and their authorized personnel
shall be recognized statewide.
Medical Direct r„ EMS Age
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SUBJECT PUBLIC SAFETY AED SERVICE PROVIDER
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
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REFERENCE NO. 413
4, Agencies that employ both public safety and EMT personnel and seek approval
as an AED service provider, must comply with the policy requirements for each
entity.
POLICY:
Approving Authority
The EMS Agency shall be the approving authority for all public safety AED service
provider programs whose headquarters are located within Los Angeles County.
Program Approval
The EMS Agency:
A. Shall notify the applicant within ten (10) working days that the application was
received and specify what information, if any, is missing or deficient.
B. Shall review and approve first aid and /or CPR /AED training programs which are
not approved by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC),
Peace Officer's Standards and Training (POST) or the EMS Authority.
C. May conduct a site survey prior to approval.
D. Shall provide written approval authorizing AED services within fourteen (14)
working days, when all requirements have been met,.
E. May revoke or suspend a public safety AED program, prohibiting the use of
AEDs, if the public safety AED service provider:
Is found to be out of compliance with applicable State regulations and /or
EMS Agency policies, procedures or reporting requirements.
2. Fails to correct identified deficiencies within the specified length of time
after receiving written notice from the EMS Agency.
III, Program Staff Requirements
Each program shall designate a program coordinator.
A. Requirements
An individual designated by the chief or general manager of the public safety
AED service provider organization or agency.
B. The duties shall include but are not limited to:
Program management.
2. Data collection.
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SUBJECT: PUBLIC SAFETY AED SERVICE PROVIDER
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
REFERENCE NO. 413
3. Annual report submission.
4. Ensuring a California licensed physician, physician assistant, registered
nurse or paramedic, who has the ability to interpret ECG rhythms, will
timely and competently:
a. Review all cases where an AED was applied..
b. Review system performance.
C. Make recommendations, as indicated, for modification of system
design, performance protocols or training standards designed to
improve patient outcome.
5. Complying with department and EMS Agency policies and procedures..
IV. Program Requirements
A. Initial Application
An organization or agency employing public safety personnel may seek approval
by submitting the following:
1. A complete application.
2. All required documents as outlined in the application packet.
3. A written request or letter of intent which includes the following:
a. A statement that the organization or agency is willing to abide by
Los Angeles County EMS Agency Reference No. 413, Public
Safety AED Service Provider Program Requirements.
b. An assurance that all AED devices in use meet current AHA ECC
guidelines.
C. Changes in key personnel or equipment will be reported to the Los
Angeles County EMS Agency within thirty (30) days.
d. Notification of discontinuance of an approved public safety AED
program will be sent to the Los Angeles County EMS Agency
within thirty (30) days.
B. Initial Training
Training requirements include:
1. First aid training not less than 15 hours.
2. CPR training not less than 6 hours.
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SUBJECT: PUBLIC SAFETY AED SERVICE PROVIDER
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Agreement No. 5141
REFERENCE NO. 413
Note: POST - approved basic academy training covers the training
requirements in section IV.B.1 and 2 of this policy.
1 AED training not less than 4 hours and shall include the following topics
and skills:
a. Proper use, maintenance and periodic inspection of the AED.
b. The necessity of CPR, defibrillation, advanced life support (ALS) and
adequate airway care
c. Overview of the EMS system, 9 -1 -1 access, interaction with EMS
personnel, and organization's internal response and operational plan.
d. Assessment of an unconscious patient, to include evaluation of
airway, breathing and circulation to determine cardiac arrest.
e. Appropriate care if rhythm analysis reports "no shock advised."
f. AED safety precautions to enable the individual to administer a shock
without jeopardizing the safety of the patient, rescuers or bystanders.
g. Recognition that an electrical shock has been delivered to the patient
and that the defibrillator is no longer charged.
h. Rapid, accurate assessment of the patient post defibrillation.
i. Appropriate care following defibrillation.
j. Documentation and reporting requirements.
C. Skills Competency
All programs shall test AED competency for each authorized individual at
least annually and when changes in equipment occur.
2. Complete a retraining course in first aid, CPR and AED use once every
three (3) years at a minimum which consists of not less than twelve (12)
hours.
OR
3. Pass a competency based written and skills pretest on first aid, CPR and
AED use every three (3) years at a minimum with the following
restrictions:
a. Appropriate retraining is provided on those topics indicated
necessary by the pretest in addition to any new developments in
first aid, CPR and AED use.
b. A final test is given and passed covering the topics on which
retraining occurred.
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SUBJECT: PUBLIC SAFETY AED SERVICE PROVIDER
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Agreement No. 5141
REFERENCE NO. 413
D. Provide the following to the EMS Agency or EMS Authority upon request for each
public safety AED authorized user:
1. Dates of most recent first aid, CPR and AED training.
2. Most recent AED skills competency date.
E. Maintenance of Equipment/Supplies
1. Have a written policy with the procedure to be used to ensure AED
equipment is properly maintained.
2, All AEDs and supplies shall be maintained and inspected after each use
and, at a minimum, every thirty (30) days.
F. Response and Operational Plan
All public safety AED service providers shall have a response and operational
plan for AED use which includes the following:
1. How emergency response will be activated e.g., 9 -1 -1 call, internal
number, radio, etc.
2. Geographical response area, location of each AED and number of AEDs
in service.
3. Response personnel.
4. Scene safety.
5. Documentation post AED application.
V. Program Review and Reporting
A. Approved programs shall be subject to periodic on -site surveys by the EMS
Agency.
B. The EMS Agency shall be notified in writing within thirty (30) days of any change
in program coordinator, and /or changing, adding or upgrading of AEDs.
C. The EMS Agency annual report shall be submitted by March 31 st for the previous
year. The annual report shall include, but may not be limited to the following:
1. The total number of cardiac arrest responses.
2. The total population served..
3. The number of patients with sudden cardiac arrest receiving CPR prior to
arrival of the public safety AED service provider on whom an AED was
applied.
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Agreement No. 5141
SUBJECT: PUBLIC SAFETY AED SERVICE PROVIDER
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
REFERENCE NO. 413
4. The number of persons who suffered a witnessed cardiac arrest whose
initial monitored rhythm was ventricular tachycardia or ventricular
fibrillation on whom an AED was applied.
5. The number of patients who were defibrillated:
e. Witnessed
f. Un- witnessed
6. Number of personnel who are authorized to perform defibrillation by the
public safety AED service provider:
a. Public safety
b. Lay public
VI. Record'Keeping
Each program shall maintain the following records for four (4) years which shall be
available for review:
A. All documentation required for program approval.
B. Training and competency rosters.
C. Instructional and testing material.
D. Maintenance /inspection log sheets.
E. Curriculum vitae and qualifications for program coordinator.
CROSS REFERENCE:
Prehos ital Care Manual:
Reference No. 412, EMT AED Service Provider Program Requirements
Reference No. 413.1, Public Safety AED Service Provider Program Application
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Agreement No. 5141
Exhibit C
Fees
1. Fire Department & City Building Services: $ 3054.71 per month
2. Police Department Services: $ 534.51 per month
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Exhibit D
Insurance
I. UCLA
Agreement No. 5141
UCLA at its sole cost and expense shall insure or self - insure its activities in
connection with this Agreement by maintaining programs of self - insurance as
follows:
1, General Liability Self- Insurance Program with limits of five million
dollars ($5,000,000) per occurrence, with a general aggregate of five
million dollars ($5,000,000). If such insurance is written on a claims -
made form, it shall continue for three (3) years following termination of
this Agreement. The insurance shall have a retroactive date prior to or
coinciding with the effective date of this Agreement.
2. Business Automobile Liability Self- Insurance Program with a combined
single limit of not less than one million dollars ($1,000,000) per
occurrence, if such automobile insurance is not included as part of
UCLA's General Liability Coverage.3. Professional Medical and
Hospital Liability Self- Insurance Program with limits of five million
dollars ($5,000,000) per occurrence and a general aggregate of five
million dollars ($10,000,000).
4. Workers' Compensation and Employers Liability Self- Insurance Program
covering University's full liability under the Workers' Compensation
Insurance and Safety Act of the State of California as amended from time
to time.
5. Such other insurance in such amounts which from time to time may be
reasonably required by mutual consent of the Parties against other
insurable risks relating to performance.
It should be expressly understood, however, that the coverages required under
Sections 1, 2, and 3 above shall not in any way limit the liability of UCLA. If
such insurance is written on a claims -made form, it shall continue for three years
following termination of this agreement. The insurance shall have a retroactive
date prior to or coinciding with the effective date of this Agreement.
The coverages referred to under Sections 1 and 2 above shall include Departments
and City as insureds. Such a provision, however, shall apply only in proportion to
and to the extent of the negligent acts or omissions of UCLA, its officers,
employees and agents under this Agreement. UCLA, upon execution of this
Agreement, shall furnish City and Departments with Certificates of Self- Insurance
evidencing compliance with all requirements.
II. Ci and Departments
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Agreement No. 5141
City and Departments at their sole cost and expense shall insure or self - insure
their activities in connection with this Agreement by maintaining programs of
self - insurance as follows:
1. General Liability Self- Insurance with a limit of five million dollars
($5,000,000) per occurrence and a general aggregate of five million
dollars ($5,000,000).
2. Business Automobile Liability Self- Insurance Program with a combined
single limit of not less than one million dollars ($1,000,000) per
occurrence with additional coverage available, if such automobile
insurance is not included as part of City and Departments' General
Liability Coverage.
3. Professional Medical Liability Self - Insurance Program with limits of three
million dollars ($3,000,000) per occurrence, and a general aggregate of ten
million dollars ($10,000,000). If such insurance is written on a claims -
made form, it shall continue for five (5) years following termination of
this Agreement. The insurance shall have a retroactive date prior to or
coinciding with the effective date of this Agreement and a deductible of no
more than five hundred thousand dollars ($500,000). In the event that a
claims -made policy is canceled or non - renewed, then City and
Departments shall obtain extended reporting (tail) coverage for the
remainder of the five (5) year period.
4, Workers' Compensation and Employers Liability Self - Insurance Program
covering Department's full liability under the Workers' Compensation
Insurance and Safety Act of the State of California as amended from time
to time.
5, Such other insurance in such amounts which from time to time may be
reasonably required by mutual consent of the Parties against other
insurable risks relating to performance.
It should be expressly understood, however, that the coverages required under
Sections 1, 2, and 3 above shall not in any way limit the liability of City or
Departments. If such insurance is written on a claims -made form, it shall
continue for three years following termination of this agreement. The insurance
shall have a retroactive date prior to or coinciding with the effective date of this
Agreement.
The coverages referred to under Sections 1 and 2 above shall include UCLA as
insured. Such a provision, however, shall apply only in proportion to and to the
extent of the negligent acts or omissions of City or Departments, their officers,
employees and agents under this Agreement. City and Departments, upon
execution of this Agreement, shall furnish UCLA with Certificates of Self -
Insurance evidencing compliance with all requirements.
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III. NOTICE
Each party shall provide the other with at least thirty (30) days advance written
notice to the names set forth in Exhibit D of this Agreement of any changes,
modifications or cancellations of the above coverages.
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