A. Ambulances shall be maintained and inspected pursuant to requirements from time to time adopted by the Secretary. All licensees shall provide the fire department with copies of reports of inspection submitted to the Secretary pursuant to RCW 18.73.145.

B. All ambulances and equipment storage and cleaning areas are subject to inspection by the fire department, at reasonable times, to ensure that they are maintained in a clean and functional state. Disinfection or chemical sterilization of reusable equipment must meet guidelines established by the National Center for Disease Control.

C. Licensees shall take immediate action to eliminate any unsanitary condition when becoming aware of it and shall immediately correct any situation about which the fire chief or the Secretary has delivered written notice.

D. Ambulances shall not be used without the minimum equipment prescribed by the Secretary. In the event any variance from requirements is granted by the state, a licensee must apply for and obtain a similar such variance from the fire department. [Ord. 10159 § 1, 1991].