Version 3.0 is provided below for historical reference purposes only.
CAAS Standards Version 3.0 is no longer an active accreditation standard. This version is provided for historical reference purposes only and may not be used for new applications, reaccreditation, or compliance review.
CAAS Standards Version 3.0 served as a foundational framework for EMS accreditation for many years. As the EMS environment evolved, CAAS undertook a comprehensive modernization of the standards.
The current active standard is CAAS Standards Version 4.0, an ANSI-approved national standard.
As of January 1, 2026, CAAS Standards Version 4.0 is the only active standard used for:
To support agencies transitioning from Version 3.0 to Version 4.0, CAAS provides transition resources, including:
CAAS WebsiteCAAS ConnectCAAS Ground Vehicle Standard (GVS)CAAS Store/AccountAsk CAAS
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