South Carolina Code of Regulations
Chapter 88 - DEPARTMENT OF DISABILITIES AND SPECIAL NEEDS
Article 4 - DAY PROGRAMS FOR PERSONS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY
Section 88-420 - Transportation

Universal Citation: SC Code Regs 88-420

Current through Register Vol. 48, No. 9, September 27, 2024

A. If transportation is provided, vehicles used for the transportation of Participants shall be safe for the passengers.

B. Vehicles shall be maintained in safe operable condition. Records of maintenance and repairs shall be documented and available upon request.

C. Each passenger shall have adequate seating space and shall use an age appropriate seat belt or restraint system approved by the Highway Traffic Safety Administration Standards.

D. Each vehicle shall have a First Aid Kit which is replenished after each use and checked monthly for completeness.

E. For vehicles that transport more than four (4) participants at one time, a fire extinguisher, which is in good working order, must be securely fastened in a manner which is easily accessible to the driver.

F. Vehicle operators and all staff including any person under contract who transports Participants will be licensed drivers who are capable of handling road emergencies and hazards.

(1) There shall be a current defensive driving course certificate on file for all staff and any person under contract to provide Services within one month of their start date; or

(2) If there was no defensive driving course offered within first month, this must be notated and the staff or person under contract must take and pass the first course offered following their start date.

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