The proposed bill would amend current statutes by adding a new exemption to the licensure requirements under the Arizona Medical Board for individuals providing basic first aid. Specifically, it would allow individuals to administer basic first aid in good faith and without compensation, provided they obtain the injured person's consent before rendering assistance. If the injured person is under 15 years old, consent must be obtained from a parent or legal guardian, and law enforcement must be notified of the injured person's condition. This addition is marked as 10. Providing basic first aid in good faith and without compensation to an injured person if THE INDIVIDUAL ADMINISTERING THE BASIC FIRST AID OBTAINS THE INJURED PERSON'S CONSENT BEFORE RENDERING ASSISTANCE.... Additionally, the bill defines "basic first aid" to include specific actions such as cleaning minor cuts, treating minor burns, applying bandages, providing fluids for heat stress, and administering antiseptics or topical ointments. The definition also allows for the provision of nonprescription pain-relieving medication if requested by the injured person. These definitions and conditions are introduced as new language in the statute, marked by C. For the purposes of this section, "basic first aid":.... The bill also makes technical changes to the existing language, ensuring clarity and consistency in the statute.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 32-1421
House Engrossed Version: 32-1421
Senate Engrossed Version: 32-1421