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Emergency Management Assistance CompactTitle
Profession
Summary
Liability: Design Professional
Other Volunteer,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, an architect, contractor, engineer, surveyor, or tradesperson who, voluntarily and without compensation, provides their professional services will not be held legally responsible for acting or for failing to act. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or with intent to cause harm. This section is limited to up to 90 days after the emergency declaration.,
ORC Ann. 2305.2310
Liability: Design Professional
Other Volunteer,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, an architect, contractor, engineer, surveyor, or tradesperson who, voluntarily and without compensation, provides their professional services will not be held legally responsible for acting or for failing to act. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or with intent to cause harm. This section is limited to up to 90 days after the emergency declaration.,
ORC Ann. 2305.2310 Click to Learn More
Liability: Hazardous Substance Response
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker,
An individual who is considered a state employee and who inspects, investigates, removes, or remediates a hazardous substance or petroleum will not be held legally responsible. They can be held legally responsible if acintg with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 3746.25
Liability: Hazardous Substance Response
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker,
An individual who is considered a state employee and who inspects, investigates, removes, or remediates a hazardous substance or petroleum will not be held legally responsible. They can be held legally responsible if acintg with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 3746.25 Click to Learn More
Liability: Hazardous Substance Release
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker,
An individual who is providing a voluntary service and causes a release of petroleum or any other hazardous substance from the property where voluntary service is being provided will not be held legally responsible for acting or for failing to act. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 3746.24
Liability: Hazardous Substance Release
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker,
An individual who is providing a voluntary service and causes a release of petroleum or any other hazardous substance from the property where voluntary service is being provided will not be held legally responsible for acting or for failing to act. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 3746.24 Click to Learn More
Scope of Practice: Medically Licensed Individuals Administering Drugs During an Emergency
Other Medical Professional, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Veterinarian, Dentist,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, the Ohio Director of Health can issue an order allowing a medically-licensed person to administer, deliver, or distribute drugs. They will not be held legally responsible or subject to professional disciplinary action. They can be subjected to these penalties if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 3701.048
Scope of Practice: Medically Licensed Individuals Administering Drugs During an Emergency
Other Medical Professional, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Veterinarian, Dentist,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, the Ohio Director of Health can issue an order allowing a medically-licensed person to administer, deliver, or distribute drugs. They will not be held legally responsible or subject to professional disciplinary action. They can be subjected to these penalties if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 3701.048 Click to Learn More
Liability: Emergency Management Volunteers
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker,
An emergency management volunteer who, in good faith, complies with the law or other mandates and performs emergency management services in Ohio under some type of mutual aid agreement will not be held legally responsible. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 5502.30(A)
Liability: Emergency Management Volunteers
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker,
An emergency management volunteer who, in good faith, complies with the law or other mandates and performs emergency management services in Ohio under some type of mutual aid agreement will not be held legally responsible. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 5502.30(A) Click to Learn More
Limited Liability for Aid or Advice in Hazardous Material Clean-Up
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual, and the individual’s employer, will not be liable in a court of law if the individual gives aid or advice before, during, or after a release of hazardous material based on the individual’s special qualification to do so. The individual and his employer will be protected from liability as long as they were not responsible for the release and as long as the aid or advice was given at the request of a state official or one of the owners of the hazardous material. The individual and his employer may be liable in a court of law if either acted intentionally to cause or contribute to the release of hazardous material or if either acted with extreme carelessness in giving the aid or advice. The individual and his employer may also be liable in a court of law if they did not contact the emergency response section of the Environmental Protection Agency prior to giving the aid or advice.,
ORC Ann. 2305.232
Limited Liability for Aid or Advice in Hazardous Material Clean-Up
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual, and the individual’s employer, will not be liable in a court of law if the individual gives aid or advice before, during, or after a release of hazardous material based on the individual’s special qualification to do so. The individual and his employer will be protected from liability as long as they were not responsible for the release and as long as the aid or advice was given at the request of a state official or one of the owners of the hazardous material. The individual and his employer may be liable in a court of law if either acted intentionally to cause or contribute to the release of hazardous material or if either acted with extreme carelessness in giving the aid or advice. The individual and his employer may also be liable in a court of law if they did not contact the emergency response section of the Environmental Protection Agency prior to giving the aid or advice.,
ORC Ann. 2305.232 Click to Learn More
Liability: Emergency Medical Personnel
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional,
Emergency medical personnel or other employees of emergency medical services agencies who perform their official duties or who hold a valid commercial driver's license will not be held legally responsible. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm. A first responder or EMT in a state that borders Ohio and who provides care or transportation to a patient in Ohio will not be held legally responsible. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm. A health care provider who advises the first responder or EMT providing care in Ohio or who is certified to teach emergency medical training programs will not be held legally responsible. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 4765.49
Liability: Emergency Medical Personnel
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional,
Emergency medical personnel or other employees of emergency medical services agencies who perform their official duties or who hold a valid commercial driver's license will not be held legally responsible. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm. A first responder or EMT in a state that borders Ohio and who provides care or transportation to a patient in Ohio will not be held legally responsible. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm. A health care provider who advises the first responder or EMT providing care in Ohio or who is certified to teach emergency medical training programs will not be held legally responsible. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 4765.49 Click to Learn More
Liability: Intrastate Aid Agreements
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An emergency response individual who, in good faith, responds to an intrastate mutual aid request will not be held legally responsible for injury, death, or damage to property. A law enforcement or fire department employee who responds to an intrastate mutual aid request will not be held legally responsible while operating a motor vehicle. An emergency medical services employee who responds to an intrastate mutual aid request and who, possessing a valid commercial driver's licence, proceeds cautiously at red lights and stop signs will not be held legally responsible. These individuals can be held legally responsible for actions committed when traveling to or from the scene or if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 5502.41(3)(a)
Liability: Intrastate Aid Agreements
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An emergency response individual who, in good faith, responds to an intrastate mutual aid request will not be held legally responsible for injury, death, or damage to property. A law enforcement or fire department employee who responds to an intrastate mutual aid request will not be held legally responsible while operating a motor vehicle. An emergency medical services employee who responds to an intrastate mutual aid request and who, possessing a valid commercial driver's licence, proceeds cautiously at red lights and stop signs will not be held legally responsible. These individuals can be held legally responsible for actions committed when traveling to or from the scene or if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 5502.41(3)(a) Click to Learn More
Liability: Donating Consumer Goods
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker,
An individual who, in good faith, donates consumer goods fit for their intended use will not be held legally responsible. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessnees or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 2305.37(C)
Liability: Donating Consumer Goods
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker,
An individual who, in good faith, donates consumer goods fit for their intended use will not be held legally responsible. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessnees or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 2305.37(C) Click to Learn More
Liability: Aid or Advice in Hazardous Material Clean-Up
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual and their employer will not be held legally responsible for providing aid or advice before, during, or after a hazardous material release when they were not responsible for the release, they contacted the Environmental Protection Agency, and they did not act with extreme careless or intent to cause the release.,
ORC Ann. 2305.232
Liability: Aid or Advice in Hazardous Material Clean-Up
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual and their employer will not be held legally responsible for providing aid or advice before, during, or after a hazardous material release when they were not responsible for the release, they contacted the Environmental Protection Agency, and they did not act with extreme careless or intent to cause the release.,
ORC Ann. 2305.232 Click to Learn More
Home Jurisdiction Law Governs Personal Injury Liability
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual who causes personal injury or property damage in Ohio is subject to the laws of their home jurisdiction when there is an interstate or intrastate agreement between Ohio and the home jurisdiction.,
ORC Ann. 5502.29(I)
Home Jurisdiction Law Governs Personal Injury Liability
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual who causes personal injury or property damage in Ohio is subject to the laws of their home jurisdiction when there is an interstate or intrastate agreement between Ohio and the home jurisdiction.,
ORC Ann. 5502.29(I) Click to Learn More
Liability: Physician Using AED
Physician,
A physician who uses an AED will not be held legally responsible. They can be held legally responsible if acting with the intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 2305.235(B)
Liability: Physician Using AED
Physician,
A physician who uses an AED will not be held legally responsible. They can be held legally responsible if acting with the intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 2305.235(B) Click to Learn More
Liability: Damages Relating to Oil Spill
Other Volunteer,
An individual who acts under a national contingency plan and provides care, assistance, or advice during an oil spill will not be held legally responsible for acting or failing to act. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness, intent to cause harm, or caused the oil spill.,
ORC Ann. 2305.39
Liability: Damages Relating to Oil Spill
Other Volunteer,
An individual who acts under a national contingency plan and provides care, assistance, or advice during an oil spill will not be held legally responsible for acting or failing to act. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness, intent to cause harm, or caused the oil spill.,
ORC Ann. 2305.39 Click to Learn More
Liability: Firefighter Under Mutual Aid Agreement
Firefighter,
A firefighter responding to a call under any mutual fire aid agreement will not be held legally responsible for injury.,
ORC Ann. 2305.233
Liability: Firefighter Under Mutual Aid Agreement
Firefighter,
A firefighter responding to a call under any mutual fire aid agreement will not be held legally responsible for injury.,
ORC Ann. 2305.233 Click to Learn More
Scope of Practice: Pharmacists and Pharmacist Interns Administering Drugs During Emergency
Other Medical Professional,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, the Ohio Director of Health can issue an order to allow a pharmacist or pharmacy intern to dispense drugs without a prescription. They will not be held legally responsible or subject to professional disciplinary action. They can be subjected to these penalties if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 3701.048
Scope of Practice: Pharmacists and Pharmacist Interns Administering Drugs During Emergency
Other Medical Professional,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, the Ohio Director of Health can issue an order to allow a pharmacist or pharmacy intern to dispense drugs without a prescription. They will not be held legally responsible or subject to professional disciplinary action. They can be subjected to these penalties if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 3701.048 Click to Learn More
Good Samaritan Law
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual who provides emergency care at the scene of an emergency when proper medical equipment is unavailable will not be held legally responsible for acting or failing to act. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or with intent to cause harm. Generally, Good Samaritan laws only offer protection for those individuals who provide care during spontaneous emergencies unrelated to volunteer deployment.,
ORC Ann. 2305.23
Good Samaritan Law
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual who provides emergency care at the scene of an emergency when proper medical equipment is unavailable will not be held legally responsible for acting or failing to act. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or with intent to cause harm. Generally, Good Samaritan laws only offer protection for those individuals who provide care during spontaneous emergencies unrelated to volunteer deployment.,
ORC Ann. 2305.23 Click to Learn More
Scope of Practice: Volunteers Administering Drugs During Emergency
Other Volunteer,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, the Ohio Director of Health can issue an order allowing a registered volunteer to deliver and distribute drugs. They will not be held legally responsible or subject to professional disciplinary action. They can be subjected to these penalties if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 3701.048
Scope of Practice: Volunteers Administering Drugs During Emergency
Other Volunteer,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, the Ohio Director of Health can issue an order allowing a registered volunteer to deliver and distribute drugs. They will not be held legally responsible or subject to professional disciplinary action. They can be subjected to these penalties if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 3701.048 Click to Learn More
Liability: Individual Using AED
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual will not be held legally responsible for injury, death, or damage to property caused by an AED. An individual will not be held legally responsible for obtaining an AED, for owning an AED, supervising the installation of an AED, or for providing training regarding the use of an AED.They can be held legally responsible if acting with intent to cause injury.,
ORC Ann. 2305.235(C)
Liability: Individual Using AED
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual will not be held legally responsible for injury, death, or damage to property caused by an AED. An individual will not be held legally responsible for obtaining an AED, for owning an AED, supervising the installation of an AED, or for providing training regarding the use of an AED.They can be held legally responsible if acting with intent to cause injury.,
ORC Ann. 2305.235(C) Click to Learn More
Liability: Governmental or Proprietary Functions
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker,
An individual who is considered a state employee and who carries out a governmental function will not be held legally responsible for acting or for failing to act. They can be held legally responsible if acting outside of the scope of official responsibilities, with extreme carelessness, or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 2744.03
Liability: Governmental or Proprietary Functions
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker,
An individual who is considered a state employee and who carries out a governmental function will not be held legally responsible for acting or for failing to act. They can be held legally responsible if acting outside of the scope of official responsibilities, with extreme carelessness, or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 2744.03 Click to Learn More
Liability: Volunteering with a Nonprofit Organization
Other Volunteer,
A volunteer with a nonprofit organization will not be held legally responsible for acting or for failing to act. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 2305.38(B)
Liability: Volunteering with a Nonprofit Organization
Other Volunteer,
A volunteer with a nonprofit organization will not be held legally responsible for acting or for failing to act. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 2305.38(B) Click to Learn More
Liability: Providing Shelter
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker,
An individual who owns a building or other property and allows the use of the building or property for shelter during training, for duty, or during an actual hazard will not be held legally responsible for injury, death, or damage to property. They can be held legally responsible if acting with intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 5502.30(B)
Liability: Providing Shelter
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker,
An individual who owns a building or other property and allows the use of the building or property for shelter during training, for duty, or during an actual hazard will not be held legally responsible for injury, death, or damage to property. They can be held legally responsible if acting with intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 5502.30(B) Click to Learn More
Liability: Registered Volunteer
Other Volunteer,
A registered volunteer who provides emergency services or participates in a training will not be held legally responsible for injury, death, or damage to property. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 5502.281(C)
Liability: Registered Volunteer
Other Volunteer,
A registered volunteer who provides emergency services or participates in a training will not be held legally responsible for injury, death, or damage to property. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 5502.281(C) Click to Learn More
Liability: Volunteer Health Care Professional
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer,
A volunteer health care professional acting within the scope of their medical authority will not be held legally responsible for injury or death of a poor and uninsured person or for damage to property when the patient gives consent and signs a waiver, and the volunteer health care professional informs the patient that they have some legal protections. They can be held legally responsible for injury, death, or damage to property when general anesthesia is used, when the procedure performed is not usually done in an office setting, when delivering a baby, or when purposefully performing an abortion.,
ORC Ann. 2305.234(B)-(F)
Liability: Volunteer Health Care Professional
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer,
A volunteer health care professional acting within the scope of their medical authority will not be held legally responsible for injury or death of a poor and uninsured person or for damage to property when the patient gives consent and signs a waiver, and the volunteer health care professional informs the patient that they have some legal protections. They can be held legally responsible for injury, death, or damage to property when general anesthesia is used, when the procedure performed is not usually done in an office setting, when delivering a baby, or when purposefully performing an abortion.,
ORC Ann. 2305.234(B)-(F) Click to Learn More
Powers, Duties, Immunities, and Privileges: Emergency Management Workers Providing Aid in Another Jurisdiction
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual performing emergency management activities in Ohio has the same powers, duties, immunities, and privileges under the law as in their home state if there is an interstate agreement between Ohio and the person's home state.,
ORC Ann. 5502.35
Powers, Duties, Immunities, and Privileges: Emergency Management Workers Providing Aid in Another Jurisdiction
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual performing emergency management activities in Ohio has the same powers, duties, immunities, and privileges under the law as in their home state if there is an interstate agreement between Ohio and the person's home state.,
ORC Ann. 5502.35 Click to Learn More
Liability: State Employee Acting in Official Capacities
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker,
An individual who is considered a state employee will not be held legally responsible for injuries or damage to property caused in the performance of the individual’s official duties. They can be held legally responsible if the injuries or damage are caused by the operation of a motor vehicle. The individual can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness, intent to cause harm, or if acting outside of the scope of their official capacity.,
ORC Ann. 9.86
Liability: State Employee Acting in Official Capacities
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker,
An individual who is considered a state employee will not be held legally responsible for injuries or damage to property caused in the performance of the individual’s official duties. They can be held legally responsible if the injuries or damage are caused by the operation of a motor vehicle. The individual can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness, intent to cause harm, or if acting outside of the scope of their official capacity.,
ORC Ann. 9.86 Click to Learn More
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Profession
Summary
Powers, Duties, Immunities, and Privileges: Emergency Management Workers Providing Aid in Another Jurisdiction
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual performing emergency management activities in Ohio has the same powers, duties, immunities, and privileges under the law as in their home state if there is an interstate agreement between Ohio and the person's home state.,
ORC Ann. 5502.35
Powers, Duties, Immunities, and Privileges: Emergency Management Workers Providing Aid in Another Jurisdiction
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual performing emergency management activities in Ohio has the same powers, duties, immunities, and privileges under the law as in their home state if there is an interstate agreement between Ohio and the person's home state.,
ORC Ann. 5502.35 Click to Learn More
Volunteer License: Registered Nurse and Licensed Nurse Practitioner
Nurse,
An individual who is a retired registered nurse or licensed nurse practitioner can provide nursing services to indigent persons at nonprofit shelters or health care facilities by obtaining a volunteer’s certificate, which requires an application that includes the individual’s educational and professional credentials, including continuing education, and expired license demonstrating that the individual maintained licensure in good standing for at least 10 years prior to retirement.,
OAC Ann. 4723-7-10
Volunteer License: Registered Nurse and Licensed Nurse Practitioner
Nurse,
An individual who is a retired registered nurse or licensed nurse practitioner can provide nursing services to indigent persons at nonprofit shelters or health care facilities by obtaining a volunteer’s certificate, which requires an application that includes the individual’s educational and professional credentials, including continuing education, and expired license demonstrating that the individual maintained licensure in good standing for at least 10 years prior to retirement.,
OAC Ann. 4723-7-10 Click to Learn More
License Reciprocity: Nurse During a Disaster
Nurse,
A nurse licensed outside of Ohio who is in good standing can provide nursing care during a natural or man-made disaster in Ohio.,
ORC Ann. 4723.32
License Reciprocity: Nurse During a Disaster
Nurse,
A nurse licensed outside of Ohio who is in good standing can provide nursing care during a natural or man-made disaster in Ohio.,
ORC Ann. 4723.32 Click to Learn More
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Profession
Summary
Volunteer License: Retired Practitioner
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Physician,
A retired health care practitioner with a valid volunteer’s certificate to practice medicine can provide non-surgical medical services only to poor and uninsured individuals. During medical emergencies, they can deliver babies and perform operations.,
ORC Ann. 4731.295
Volunteer License: Retired Practitioner
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Physician,
A retired health care practitioner with a valid volunteer’s certificate to practice medicine can provide non-surgical medical services only to poor and uninsured individuals. During medical emergencies, they can deliver babies and perform operations.,
ORC Ann. 4731.295 Click to Learn More
Scope of Practice: Medically Licensed Individuals Administering Drugs During an Emergency
Other Medical Professional, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Veterinarian, Dentist,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, the Ohio Director of Health can issue an order allowing a medically-licensed person to administer, deliver, or distribute drugs. They will not be held legally responsible or subject to professional disciplinary action. They can be subjected to these penalties if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 3701.048
Scope of Practice: Medically Licensed Individuals Administering Drugs During an Emergency
Other Medical Professional, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Veterinarian, Dentist,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, the Ohio Director of Health can issue an order allowing a medically-licensed person to administer, deliver, or distribute drugs. They will not be held legally responsible or subject to professional disciplinary action. They can be subjected to these penalties if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 3701.048 Click to Learn More
Scope of Practice: Acts Paramedic Can Perform Without Medical Command in Emergency
Emergency Medical Services Professional,
A paramedic can perform life-saving techniques without the authorization of a physician medical director when communications fail and the paramedic believes the life of the patient is in immediate danger.,
ORC Ann. 4765.39
Scope of Practice: Acts Paramedic Can Perform Without Medical Command in Emergency
Emergency Medical Services Professional,
A paramedic can perform life-saving techniques without the authorization of a physician medical director when communications fail and the paramedic believes the life of the patient is in immediate danger.,
ORC Ann. 4765.39 Click to Learn More
Intrastate Mutual Aid Compact: Emergency Responders
Other Volunteer, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Firefighter, Law Enforcement,
An individual responding to an intrastate mutual aid request retains the same duties and responsibilites as in their ordinary employment or volunteer capacity.,
ORC Ann. 5502.41(G)(1)(a)
Intrastate Mutual Aid Compact: Emergency Responders
Other Volunteer, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Firefighter, Law Enforcement,
An individual responding to an intrastate mutual aid request retains the same duties and responsibilites as in their ordinary employment or volunteer capacity.,
ORC Ann. 5502.41(G)(1)(a) Click to Learn More
Scope of Practice: EMT-Basic Without Medical Command in Emergencies
Emergency Medical Services Professional,
An EMT-Basic can perform certain medical services without the authorization of a physician medical director when communications fail and the EMT-Basic believes the life of the patient is in immediate danger.,
ORC Ann. 4765.37
Scope of Practice: EMT-Basic Without Medical Command in Emergencies
Emergency Medical Services Professional,
An EMT-Basic can perform certain medical services without the authorization of a physician medical director when communications fail and the EMT-Basic believes the life of the patient is in immediate danger.,
ORC Ann. 4765.37 Click to Learn More
Scope of Practice: Emergency Medical Services Providers During an Emergency
Emergency Medical Services Professional,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, a certified emergency medical services provider who has received the relevant training and is under physician direction can adminster immunizations and drugs.,
OAC Ann. 4765-6-03
Scope of Practice: Emergency Medical Services Providers During an Emergency
Emergency Medical Services Professional,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, a certified emergency medical services provider who has received the relevant training and is under physician direction can adminster immunizations and drugs.,
OAC Ann. 4765-6-03 Click to Learn More
Scope of Practice: Volunteers Administering Drugs During Emergency
Other Volunteer,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, the Ohio Director of Health can issue an order allowing a registered volunteer to deliver and distribute drugs. They will not be held legally responsible or subject to professional disciplinary action. They can be subjected to these penalties if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 3701.048
Scope of Practice: Volunteers Administering Drugs During Emergency
Other Volunteer,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, the Ohio Director of Health can issue an order allowing a registered volunteer to deliver and distribute drugs. They will not be held legally responsible or subject to professional disciplinary action. They can be subjected to these penalties if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
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Scope of Practice: Physician Assistant Supervision During a Disaster
Other Medical Professional,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, a supervising physician who oversees a physician assistant is not required to be physically present for the physician assistant to provide care. The physician assistant can be supervised by the medical director of the emergency.,
OAC Ann. 4730-1-03(F)
Scope of Practice: Physician Assistant Supervision During a Disaster
Other Medical Professional,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, a supervising physician who oversees a physician assistant is not required to be physically present for the physician assistant to provide care. The physician assistant can be supervised by the medical director of the emergency.,
OAC Ann. 4730-1-03(F) Click to Learn More
Powers, Duties, Immunities, and Privileges: Emergency Management Workers Providing Aid in Another Jurisdiction
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual performing emergency management activities in Ohio has the same powers, duties, immunities, and privileges under the law as in their home state if there is an interstate agreement between Ohio and the person's home state.,
ORC Ann. 5502.35
Powers, Duties, Immunities, and Privileges: Emergency Management Workers Providing Aid in Another Jurisdiction
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual performing emergency management activities in Ohio has the same powers, duties, immunities, and privileges under the law as in their home state if there is an interstate agreement between Ohio and the person's home state.,
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Scope of Practice: EMT-Intermediate Without Medical Command in Emergency
Emergency Medical Services Professional,
An EMT-Intermediate can perform medical services (such as establish and maintain an IV, administer epinephrine, triage trauma victims, withdraw blood, and other emergency medical services) without the authorization of a physician medical director when communications fail and the EMT-Intermediate believes the life of the patient is in immediate danger.,
ORC Ann. 4765.38
Scope of Practice: EMT-Intermediate Without Medical Command in Emergency
Emergency Medical Services Professional,
An EMT-Intermediate can perform medical services (such as establish and maintain an IV, administer epinephrine, triage trauma victims, withdraw blood, and other emergency medical services) without the authorization of a physician medical director when communications fail and the EMT-Intermediate believes the life of the patient is in immediate danger.,
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Intrastate Mutual Aid Compact: Law Enforcement
Law Enforcement,
A law enforcement official responding to a request for additional personnel pursuant to an interstate mutual aid request has the same authority as in their home jurisdiction.,
ORC Ann. 5502.41(F)(3)
Intrastate Mutual Aid Compact: Law Enforcement
Law Enforcement,
A law enforcement official responding to a request for additional personnel pursuant to an interstate mutual aid request has the same authority as in their home jurisdiction.,
ORC Ann. 5502.41(F)(3) Click to Learn More
Scope of Practice: Emergency Medical Service Provider
Emergency Medical Services Professional,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, an emergency medical services provider under physician medical direction who has received the appropriate training can perform immunizations and administer drugs (including dangerous drugs).,
OAC Ann. 4765-6-03
Scope of Practice: Emergency Medical Service Provider
Emergency Medical Services Professional,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, an emergency medical services provider under physician medical direction who has received the appropriate training can perform immunizations and administer drugs (including dangerous drugs).,
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Scope of Practice: Pharmacists and Pharmacist Interns Administering Drugs During Emergency
Other Medical Professional,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, the Ohio Director of Health can issue an order to allow a pharmacist or pharmacy intern to dispense drugs without a prescription. They will not be held legally responsible or subject to professional disciplinary action. They can be subjected to these penalties if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
ORC Ann. 3701.048
Scope of Practice: Pharmacists and Pharmacist Interns Administering Drugs During Emergency
Other Medical Professional,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, the Ohio Director of Health can issue an order to allow a pharmacist or pharmacy intern to dispense drugs without a prescription. They will not be held legally responsible or subject to professional disciplinary action. They can be subjected to these penalties if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
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Scope of Practice: First Responder Without Medical Command in Emergency
Other Medical Professional,
A first responder can perform certain services without prior authorization when communications fail and the first responder believes the life of the patient is in immediate danger.,
ORC Ann. 4765.35
Scope of Practice: First Responder Without Medical Command in Emergency
Other Medical Professional,
A first responder can perform certain services without prior authorization when communications fail and the first responder believes the life of the patient is in immediate danger.,
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Workers’ Benefits: Certified Disaster Service Volunteer
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional, Minor or Student,
Upon request from the American Red Cross and supervisor approval, a state employee who is a certified disaster service volunteer can obtain paid leave from their place of employment for up to 30 days per year to participate in specialized disaster relief services with the American Red Cross.,
ORC Ann. 124.132
Workers’ Benefits: Certified Disaster Service Volunteer
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional, Minor or Student,
Upon request from the American Red Cross and supervisor approval, a state employee who is a certified disaster service volunteer can obtain paid leave from their place of employment for up to 30 days per year to participate in specialized disaster relief services with the American Red Cross.,
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Workers' Compensation: Interstate or Intrastate Assistance
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual providing interstate or intrastate assistance in Ohio is entitled to worker's compensation provided by both their home jurisdiction and Ohio.,
ORC Ann. 5502.29(K)
Workers' Compensation: Interstate or Intrastate Assistance
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual providing interstate or intrastate assistance in Ohio is entitled to worker's compensation provided by both their home jurisdiction and Ohio.,
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Powers, Duties, Immunities, and Privileges: Emergency Management Workers Providing Aid in Another Jurisdiction
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual performing emergency management activities in Ohio has the same powers, duties, immunities, and privileges under the law as in their home state if there is an interstate agreement between Ohio and the person's home state.,
ORC Ann. 5502.35
Powers, Duties, Immunities, and Privileges: Emergency Management Workers Providing Aid in Another Jurisdiction
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual performing emergency management activities in Ohio has the same powers, duties, immunities, and privileges under the law as in their home state if there is an interstate agreement between Ohio and the person's home state.,
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Workers' Compensation: Employees
Emergency Medical Services Professional, Firefighter, Law Enforcement,
An employee who is injured during an emergency is entitled to workers' compensation. If killed during an emergency, their dependents are entitled to workers' compensation.,
ORC Ann. 4123.025
Workers' Compensation: Employees
Emergency Medical Services Professional, Firefighter, Law Enforcement,
An employee who is injured during an emergency is entitled to workers' compensation. If killed during an emergency, their dependents are entitled to workers' compensation.,
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Workers' Compensation: Intrastate Mutual Aid Compact
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual responding to an intrastate mutual aid request who is injured or killed is entitled to Ohio workers' compensation.,
ORC Ann. 5502.41(H)(1)
Workers' Compensation: Intrastate Mutual Aid Compact
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual responding to an intrastate mutual aid request who is injured or killed is entitled to Ohio workers' compensation.,
ORC Ann. 5502.41(H)(1) Click to Learn More