§ 5.5-11. Powers of permit officer.

(a)

In addition to any other powers granted under this chapter to the permit officer, the permit officer shall have the following powers:

(1)

To make further investigation of any applicant for any permit authorized by this chapter, regarding arrest and convictions for criminal offenses, education and training, extent and quality of performance in previous ambulance related jobs or businesses, or any other information required to be furnished in or with the application. The police department is directed to aid and cooperate in such investigations when requested to do so by the permit officer.

(2)

To inspect ambulances, ambulance equipment, and the books and records of each permit holder during regular business hours, with or without prior notice to the permittee, and at any reasonable location for the purpose of determining if the requirements of this chapter are being met.

(b)

The permit officer shall have a duty to inspect the ambulances and equipment of each permittee at least once every six (6) months. When requested by the permit officer, a police officer shall be assigned to assist in making any inspections.

(Ord. of 12-2-80, § 11)