§ 270-130. REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERIOR CONFIGURATION, DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS OF GROUND UNITS

(a)

Each ground ambulance unit placed in service after July 1, 1991, must: when purchased be configured to meet the mechanical and electrical standards established by the United States Department of Transportation in its specifications designated Docket KKK-A-1822, as amended from time to time.

(b)

In addition to meeting the requirements in Section 270-120 units must be configured to meet, where noted:

(1)

Space as required by Docket KKK-A-1822, as amended from time to time;

(2)

Have additional shelf and other storage space sufficient for controlled substances including locked storage in accordance with Section 270-160;

(3)

Have proper storage of other medical equipment and supplies to prevent patient injury in transit and to meet approved procedures for management of patients and;

(4)

Have a system which will control temperature adequately to maintain the integrity of the medical supplies and drugs as well as the health and safety of the patients and attendants.