Definitions. As used in this chapter, all of the following definitions apply: (a) âEmergency ambulance employeeâ means a person who meets both of the following requirements: (1) Is an emergency medical technician (EMT), dispatcher, paramedic, or other licensed or certified ambulance transport personnel who contributes to the delivery of ambulance services. (2) Is employed by an emergency ambulance provider. (b) âEmergency ambulance providerâ means an employer that provides ambulance services, but not including the state, or any political subdivision thereof, in its capacity as the direct employer of a person meeting the description contained in paragraph (1) of subdivision (a). (c) âContactedâ means receiving a message or directive over a portable communications device that requires a response. A bare requirement to carry a portable communications device and remain reachable does not constitute being âcontacted.â (d) âPortable communications deviceâ means a pager, radio, station alert box, intercom, cellular telephone, or other communications method. (e) âWork shiftâ means designated hours of work by an emergency ambulance employee, with a designated beginning time and quitting time, including any periods for meals or rest.
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