Drive ambulance under emergency conditions

Description

Drive and operate ambulance in response to emergency situations, at a safe and controlled speed, complying with laws, regulations and standards for this type of activity.

Alternative labels

drive ambulance under emergency condition
operate ambulance under emergency conditions
drive ambulance in emergency conditions
drive emergency vehicles

Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

occupation-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Drive ambulance under emergency conditions is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Emergency ambulance driver: Emergency ambulance drivers use emergency vehicles to respond to medical emergencies and support the work of paramedics, move patients safely, take note of changes in the patient’s vital signs and report to the paramedics in charge, ensuring the medical equipment is well stored, transported and functional, under supervision and on order of a doctor of medicine.

Optional skill

Drive ambulance under emergency conditions is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

 


 

References

  1. Drive ambulance under emergency conditions – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022