The California EMS Authority (EMSA)has released interim guidance for EMS system regulators and provider agencies regarding changes to EMS law. You can read the memo here, which includes information about the statutory changes in effect now and EMSA’s plans to update regulations in accordance with the law.

The following treatment guidelines are revised and may be utilized by an agency once all personnel have completed the appropriate training. Appropriate training includes review of the CAM PowerPoint and video as well as a hands-on CAM scenario preferably utilizing the SmartMan CPR Training Manikin. Coastal Valleys EMS Agency staff is available to facilitate these trainings with the SmartMan CPR Training Manikin. Please contact Chris Gossner at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 707-799-6982 to schedule trainings. Training and implementation must be completed by April 1st, 2016. Please ensure all care providers are familiar with the content as well as the format of the new guidelines.