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\nIntroduction..................................................................................................................................... 2  \nApplication Process ......................................................................................................................... 4  \nIntroduction to the Self Study Assessment ..................................................................................... 6  \nThe Site Visit .................................................................................................................................... 8  \nComposition of the Site Team and Site Visit Details ..................................................................... 11  \nCategories of Approval .................................................................................................................. 15  \nAppeal Procedure .......................................................................................................................... 17  \nRequirements for Maintaining Accreditation................................................................................ 18  \nAppendix A .................................................................................................................................... 19  \nAppendix B..................................................................................................................................... 23  \nIntroduction  \nIn compliance with 12 VAC 5-31, the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services (OEMS) has been delegated the authority by the State Board of Health to develop, implement and administer BLS programs in the Commonwealth.  \nThe Educational Approval and Policies and Procedures set forth in this manual have been developed as an alternative to current Basic Life Support training polices and procedures. 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