New Jersey Administrative Code
Title 10 - HUMAN SERVICES
Chapter 44A - STANDARDS FOR COMMUNITY RESIDENCES FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
Subchapter 5 - HEALTH AND SAFETY
Section 10:44A-5.7 - Vehicle safety
Universal Citation: NJ Admin Code 10:44A-5.7
Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 18, September 16, 2024
(a) All agency vehicles used under agency auspices to transport individuals with developmental disabilities shall have the following:
1. Emergency equipment which
shall include at least three portable red reflector warning devices and either
a spare tire and jack or provisions for roadside assistance and emergency
alternate transport.
2. A first aid
kit to include:
i. Antiseptic;
ii. Rolled gauze bandages;
iii. Sterile gauze bandages;
iv. Adhesive paper or ribbon tape;
v. Scissors;
vi. Adhesive bandages (for example,
band-aids);
vii. CPR masks;
and
viii. Protective
gloves.
3. Snow tires,
all weather tires, or chains when weather conditions dictate their
use.
(b) The licensee shall verify that all vehicles under the auspices of the licensee used to transport individuals with developmental disabilities shall comply with all applicable safety and licensing regulations established by the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission.
1. The licensee shall
maintain or document valid liability insurance on all vehicles used to
transport individuals with developmental disabilities.
2. All drivers shall have a driver's license
valid in the State of New Jersey.
3. Individuals receiving services whose PT
has determined that being left unattended in a vehicle would present a danger
to themselves or others shall be supervised, accordingly.
4. The interior of each vehicle shall be
maintained in a clean, safe condition and shall be free of obstacles
obstructing clear passage to operable doors.
i. All items maintained in the vehicle shall
be securely fastened at all times.
(c) An agency vehicle shall be available at all times to provide transportation for individuals, as needed, and as desired by individuals for community integration.
1.
Vehicles used to transport individuals in wheelchairs shall be fully accessible
and include all required safety mechanisms, which shall be maintained in
working order and utilized at all times.
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