CAAS Standards Version 3.0 Archive

CAAS Standards Version 3.0

Version 3.0 is provided below for historical reference purposes only.

Status Notice

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 This version is provided for historical reference purposes only and may not be used for new applications, reaccreditation, or compliance review.

About Version 3.0

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.

Current Active Standard

As of January 1, 2026, CAAS Standards Version 4.0 is the only active standard used for:

  • New accreditation applications
  • Reaccreditation
  • Compliance review
  • Site reviews and Panel determinations

Looking for What Changed?

To support agencies transitioning from Version 3.0 to Version 4.0, CAAS provides transition resources, including: