38Standards and protocols for the services

38 Standards and protocols for the services (1) The chief officer of an emergency service may, in writing, determine standards and protocols about anything relating to the operation of the service that is not inconsistent with the commissioner’s guidelines. The chief officer (fire and rescue service) may determine standards about members’ duties that are not inconsistent with the guidelines. (2) The chief officer (ambulance service) may also determine standards and protocols for medical treatment provided by the ambulance service (the medical treatment standards).