This standard operating procedure/guideline addresses applicable regulations and standards, rights of patients and responders, personal hygiene and behavior, responder health issues, preparation for response, standard protective measures, special situations, compliance monitoring.

This standard operating procedure/guideline addresses selection, use, and disposal of specialized emergency medical protective clothing and equipment (gloves, masks, protective eyewear, gowns, resuscitation equipment, etc.) based upon specific situations.

This standard operating procedure/guideline addresses proper lifting dynamics, proper use of stretchers, special situations (stairways, elevators, etc).

This standard operating procedure/guideline addresses approaching emergency incidents, use of body armor, cover and concealment, response to crime scenes, suicidal persons, people with weapons, patient restraints, special situations (snipers, hostages, extremist groups, bombing incidents, etc.).