4765-6-05 Exposure to a nerve or organophosphate agent.

A first responder, EMT-basic, EMT-intermediate, or EMT-paramedic, certified in accordance with section 4765.30 of the Revised Code and Chapter 4765-8 of the Administrative Code, may administer appropriate drugs in response to suspected or known exposure to a nerve or organophosphate agent provided the first responder or EMT is under physician medical direction and has received appropriate training regarding the administration of such drug. A first responder or EMT-basic shall be limited to administration of such drugs from a pre-filled auto-injector.

Replaces: part of 4765-6-03

Effective: 07/02/2009

R.C. 119.032 review dates: 04/16/2014

Promulgated Under: 119.03

Statutory Authority: 4765.11, 4765.35, 4765.37, 4765.38, 4765.39

Rule Amplifies: 4765.35, 4765.37, 4765.38, 4765.39

Prior Effective Dates: 12/30/04, 9/1/05