This bill amends the existing law regarding reporting requirements for emergency medical services (EMS) personnel. Specifically, it modifies RSA 153-A:20, IV to include a new requirement that emergency medical service units and providers must submit an incident report to the division of fire standards and training and emergency medical services within 7 days of the incident. The bill also emphasizes the importance of maintaining patient records and protecting their confidentiality.
The new legal language inserted into the current law specifies that a unit or provider "shall submit an emergency medical services incident report to the division within 7 days." This addition aims to enhance accountability and ensure timely reporting of incidents by EMS personnel. The bill is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.