Utah Administrative Code (Current through November 1, 2019) |
R426. Health, Family Health and Preparedness, Emergency Medical Services |
R426-5. Emergency Medical Services Training, Endorsement, Certification, and Licensing Standards |
R426-5-2800. Law Enforcement Blood Draws Authorized Individual Qualifications
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(1) Individuals who are not authorized to draw blood pursuant to Utah Code Title 41-6a-523(1)(b), or individuals who are not licensed by the Department such as AEMTs, EMT-IAs, or Paramedics shall meet one of the following requirements as a prerequisite for authorization to withdraw blood for the purpose of determining its alcohol or drug content when requested to do so by a peace officer:
(a) training in blood withdrawal procedures obtained as a defined part of a successfully completed college or university course taken for credit, or
(b) training in blood withdrawal procedures obtained as a defined part of a successfully completed training course which prepares individuals to function in routine clinical or emergency medical situations, or
(c) training of no less than three weeks duration in blood withdrawal procedures under the guidance of a licensed physician.