R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-4.1-4: Minimum standards.

The director shall establish minimum standards to be met in the following areas:

(1) Licensing;

(2) Vehicles;

(3) Equipment for vehicles;

(4) Personnel;

(5) Training;

(6) Communications;

(7) Cooperation with other units;

(8) Treatment of acutely ill or injured persons by ambulance and rescue personnel; and

(9) Financial capacity of private ambulance service providers.