§ 50-70. Conduct of drivers and attendants.

All drivers, EMT's and paramedics shall comply with the laws of the State of Florida, in order to meet the requirements set out in this Ordinance and no driver, EMT or paramedic registered hereunder shall:

(1)

Fail or refuse to promptly transport, if applicable, or attend any sick or injured person after responding to a call.

(2)

Demand or receive compensation other that established and approved in accordance with this article or fail to give a receipt for moneys received (if applicable).

(3)

Give or allow rebate, commission, discount or any reduced rate not provided in the established rate (if applicable.)

(4)

At any time induce or seek to induce any person engaging an ambulance or ALS service to patronize or retain the services of any hospital, convalescent home, mortuary, cemetery, attorney, accident investigator, nurse, medical doctor or other service occupation or profession.

(5)

At any time release his patient from his care until he is assured that some responsible person is available to receive such patient.

(6)

At any time use a siren or flashing red light unless on an emergency call.

(7)

Disobey the lawful orders of the law enforcement officer at the scene of an accident, or other similar such emergency or at a fire scene, the fire officer in charge.

(8)

Smoke while within the confines of an ambulance.

(9)

Operate or ride in a vehicle without using seatbelts. (Personnel attending patients are exempt.)

(Ord. No. 04-12, § 20; Ord. No. 2011-36, § 9)