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Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO)-Ambulance, Train-the-Trainer

This seminar will prepare instructors to teach Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator 4 (CEVO 4) a comprehensive defensive driving program that focuses on improving an operator’s ability to read traffic conditions, act accordingly, and prevent collisions in both emergency and non-emergency situations. Throughout the day's training session, attendees will not only complete the course themselves – they will also learn proven education methods and valuable tips for running a successful training program.

Along with the training, each participant will receive a complete CEVO 4 Ambulance Instructor Kit which includes video and leader’s guide. Multiple attendees from the same location can attend and receive their own leader’s guide (without the audio visuals) for an additional fee.

Length: One day

Course content:
  • Adverse weather
  • Blind sports and cushion of safety
  • Intersections, passing and lane changes
  • Safe backing and parking
  • Scanning and traffic hazard identification
  • Vehicle handling, design and inspection
  • Active shooter policy review
  • Move Over law review
Instructor Kit includes:
  • Fully-scripted instructor guide
  • Video (DVD) presentation
  • Group discussion diagrams to reinforce key coaching points (PowerPoint™)
  • Reproducible observation checklist 

Upcoming Courses:

This course has already been offered this term; the next scheduled offering to be announced. If your team needs to take this course before it's offered again please contact the Minnesota Safety Council at [email protected] or 651.291.9150/1.800.444.9150.


Location: This course will be held at the Minnesota Safety Council Resource Center located at 474 Concordia Avenue in St. Paul. Take the Dale Street exit from I-94. Proceed east on south frontage road (Concordia Avenue) past the American Lung Association. Turn right into our lower level parking lot.

Lodging: Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown, 175 West 7th Street in St. Paul. Reservations can be made directly by calling 651.225.1515 or booking online, single or double occupancy. Please make reservations directly with the hotel and be sure to identify yourself as a participant in a Minnesota Safety Council training course to receive the preferred rate.

Cancellation Policy: Pre-registration and payment are required. Hopefully you won't need to cancel, but if you do, please do so at least three business days prior to the course for a full refund. No refunds will be made after three business days prior to the course. This policy will be enforced, so please plan ahead if you need to cancel your attendance.

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