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. 3, March 22, 2024
A. If the facility operates a transportation system, vehicles used for the transportation of participants shall ensure safety for the passengers.
(1) Vehicles shall be inspected daily, using
a checklist. The driver shall sign a report which indicates that he has checked
the lights, brakes, horn, wipers and tires.
(2) Maintenance of vehicles shall be
recorded, updated, and signed every month.
(3) Each passenger shall have adequate
seating space and shall use a seat belt or restraint system approved by the
Highway Traffic Safety Administration Standards which is appropriate for his
age while being transported.
(4)
Each vehicle will have:
(a) first aid kit
which is replenished after each use and checked monthly for
completeness;
(b) fire extinguisher
which is in good working order and securely fastened in a manner which is
easily accessible to the driver.
(5) Vehicle operators and all staff who
transport clients will be licensed drivers who are capable of handling road
emergencies and hazards and will have a current defensive driving course
certificate within one month of employment which is on file in the agency. If
there was no course offered within first month this must be verified and the
staff must take and pass the first course offered.
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