Maine EMS is working on behalf of the EMS providers and people of Maine by closely monitoring and working with best available information about the dynamic evolution of the Novel Coronavirus (COVID19). We are working with partners at the Maine CDC, Federal CDC, Governors Office and a variety of healthcare experts.
Maine EMS is preparing for the potential spread in Maine of the respiratory illness called COVID-19, caused by a novel (new) coronavirus. We urge Maine people to practice good hand hygiene, cover coughs and sneezes, and stay home if you are sick. If you are concerned that you have been exposed to COVID-19, call your health care provider, who will determine whether you should be tested and, as appropriate, submit a sample for testing.
Operational Resources
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CURRENT MAINE EMS SERVICES & PROVIDERS COVID-19 CLINICAL GUIDELINES (PDF) (Updated May 4, 2020)
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CURRENT MAINE EMD CENTERS & DISPATCHERS COVID-19 DISPATCH GUIDELINES (PDF) (May 5, 2020)
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Maine EMS Pandemic Phase 1 Protocol (March 26, 2020)
- Maine EMS Pandemic Phase 1 Protocol & Clinical Bulletin (PDF)
- Visit MEMSEd for the Pandemic training program (found under Specialty > Protocols)
- Pandemic Protocol FAQ (All Phases) (PDF) (4/10/2020)
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Maine EMS Pandemic Phase 2 Protocol (April 8, 2020)
- PLEASE NOTE: PHASE 2 WENT INTO EFFECT AT 0800 FRIDAY APRIL 10, 2020.
- Phase 2 Clinical Bulletin (PDF)
- Phase 2 Protocol (PDF)
- Phase 2 Printable "Leave Behind Sheets" (PDF)
- Phase 2 Physician OLMC Quick Sheet (PDF)
- Visit MEMSEd for the Pandemic training program (found under Specialty > Protocols)
- Pandemic Protocol FAQ (All Phases) (PDF) (4/10/2020)
- Phase 2 Guidance for Follow Up & Documentation for Home Care (PDF) (4/15/2020)
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Maine EMS Pandemic Protocol for Cardiac Arrest
- Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest Pandemic Protocol Clinical Bulletin (PDF) (updated 12/2020)
- Pandemic Protocol for Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest (PDF) (updated 5/12/2020)
- Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest during Pandemic White Paper (PDF) (4/30/2020)
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Guidance for EMS Services on Continuity of Operations (March 27, 2020) (PDF)
- Response Plan Guidance During COVID-19 Document (PDF) (4/2/2020)
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Notification of OCME in Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrests During COVID-19 Pandemic (4/7/2020) (PDF)
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2020-04-23-01 Reporting EMS Clinician and Dispatcher Information to Maine CDC (PDF) (4/23/2020)
- Maine EMS Medical Direction & Practices Board white paper on "Standards of Care Continuum during the COVID-19 Pandemic" (PDF) (5/8/2020)
- Maine Hospital websites and COVID-19 web links (Excel spreadsheet) (5/11/2020)
Weekly COVID Updates
(visit our calendar on the homepage to download the meeting to your calendar)
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EMS Services & Personnel
Thursdays at 1230
Zoom Web Link: https://zoom.us/j/611823504
Zoom Call In Number: 1 646 558 8656
Zoom Meeting ID: 611 823 504 -
EMD Centers & Personnel
After the May 21 meeting, every 2 weeks on Thursdays at 1330
Zoom Web Link: https://zoom.us/j/737268236
Zoom Call In Number: 1 646 558 8656
Zoom Meeting ID:737 268 236 -
Medical Direction & Practices Board
Mondays at 0800 NOTE - The May 25 (Memorial Day) meeting is moved to Tuesday May 26 at 0800.
Zoom Web Link: https://zoom.us/j/3450241513
Zoom Call In Number: 1 646 558 8656
Zoom Meeting ID:345 024 1513
Personnel Resource Documents
Visit the Maine EMS "Stay Healthy in EMS" Resources Page
EMS Service Spreadsheet for Documenting EMS Employee Screening (XLS) (updated 3/15/2020)
Model EMS Employee Screening Guidelines (PDF) (updated 3/15/2020)
Maine EMS COVID Clinician Update (PDF) (updated 3/15/2020)
Maine EMS Clinician Quarantine Guide (PDF) (updated May 4, 2020)
Return to Work Guidelines (PDF) (updated May 4, 2020)
Equipment Resources
PPE supply requests should be routed through local County Emergency Management Agencies (EMAs). You can find your local EMA contact information by visiting the website here.
Understanding the PPE Request Process (PDF) (4/9/2020)
Use of Structural Firefighting Gear and SCBA During A COVID-19 Response (4/3/2020) (PDF)
Guidance for Optimizing the Supply of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for EMS Clinicians (3/27/2020)
Which Mask to Use? (PDF)
Donning and Doffing PPE video from NETC (Youtube Video)
Counterfeit KN95 Mask Warning (PDF) (4/19/2020)
Two-Way Radio decontamination guidelines (Contact radio manufacturer if questions or not listed)
Licensing & Training Resources
By authority approved and delegated by the Maine Board of EMS, in accordance with emergency legislation passed by Governor Janet Mills, Maine EMS is waiving certain rules pertaining to re-licensure for both Maine licensed EMS and EMD personnel. This waiver is approved in support of maintaining an effective EMS system response capability. Waivers have been enacted that apply to EMS and EMD personnel, as well as EMS services in Maine. All EMD centers expire biannually in November, so are currently not affected. Email notifications have been sent directly to every EMS & EMD provider and EMS services whose license expires in March, April or May and is affected by this waiver (the email was sent to the email address as listed in their license record. This can be updated by following these instructions).
Please note that providers and services do not need to do anything for this extension to occur - we are automatically extending all expiration dates for licenses due to expire in March, April or May. If you have the ability and the requisite CEHs to renew your license, please submit normally and we will review and renew as per normal.
Any questions can be sent to maine.ems@maine.gov
Copies of the notifications are:
- EMS & EMD personnel license extension waiver (PDF) (updated 3/20/2020)
- EMS Services expiration extension waiver (PDF) (updated 3/20/2020)
- Maine EMS Training Center Directive (PDF) (updated 3/12/2020)
Certification Policies and Guidelines from other organizations
- American Heart Association (ACLS, PALS, CPR, PEARS)
- NAEMT (PHTLS,,AMLS, EPC, TCCC, and TECC)
- ITLS
- IAED
COVID-19 Resource Links
Governor Mills Proclamation of Civil Emergency (PDF)
National Association of State EMS Officials (NASEMSO) COVID-19 Resources