LB Santa Clara County Orientation Practice Exam

Besides local law enforcement, which entity may release EMS from the scene?

Local law enforcement Fire department Coroner's office personnel EMS supervisor

Correct Answer:

Coroner's office personnel

Explanation:

When a scene involves possible death or a death investigation, the on-scene authority over disposition rests with the coroner’s/medical examiner’s office. They are responsible for determining death, conducting the investigation, and handling the body, so they can authorize EMS to leave the scene once their review is complete and the body has been secured or removed. This role is separate from rescue and safety functions carried out by the fire department or the on-scene medical decisions made by the EMS supervisor. In such cases, coroner’s office personnel have the authority to release EMS from the scene.

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