Stretcher Transportation Services
Services that provide ground transportation by stretcher, for persons who do not require medical oversight in Prince Edward Island, are required to be licensed under the Stretcher Transportation Act.
Stretcher transportation services providers operate non-ambulance services in a specialized vehicle that meet the Stretcher Transportation Regulations that are equipped and staffed according to the Regulations.
Licensing
Stretcher Transportation Operators are required to apply for a license through the Registrar for Stretcher Transportation Services with the Department of Health and Wellness, in accordance with the Act.
Inspection
Prior to issuance of a license, or the renewal of a license, an applicant, or an operator, for stretcher transportation services is required to complete an application, which includes an inspection of all vehicles the Operator intends to use, the required equipment, and staff certifications. These requirements are detailed in the Stretcher Transportation Regulations.
The Inspector’s Report will be prepared within 30 days after completion of inspection. The Registrar will issue a license to operate where the Inspector’s Report determines the Operator is compliant with the requirements of the Regulations.
Vehicles used in a stretcher transportation operation must be inspected every six months.
Licensed Operators
A list of Stretcher Transportation Services operators that are licensed to operate in Prince Edward Island and Inspection Reports are detailed below:
Applying to Operate a Stretcher Transportation Service
Operators seeking to provide stretcher transportation services in Prince Edward Island are required to complete the application form and submit it to the Registrar.
Prospective Operators should consult the Stretcher Transportation Act and the Stretcher Transportation Regulations, prior to submitting an application to operate. The Regulations provide a detailed description of the vehicle design specifications, the required equipment and staffing composition and their requisite certifications – including current certification in Standard First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) – which must be met before the Registrar will issue a license to operate.
What do I need to apply?
To complete the application, be prepared to provide detailed business information and supporting documentation:
- business information
- detailed information on each applicable vehicle
- mileage shown on odometer
- vehicle identification number (VIN)
- license plate number
- vehicle year
- vehicle make
- registration expiry date
- inspection expiry date
- vehicle liability insurance expiry date