Section 22-A6316. VEHICLE ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY STANDARDS

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6316 VEHICLE ENVIRONMENTAL AND SAFETY STANDARDS

 

6316.1  A provider shall implement measures to ensure the safe operation of its transportation service, if applicable. These measures shall include, but are not limited to:

 

(a)Automobile insurance with adequate liability coverage;

 

(b)Regular inspection and maintenance of vehicles, as required by law;

 

(c) Adequate first aid supplies and fire suppression equipment secured in the vehicles;

 

(d)Training of vehicle operators in emergency procedures and in the handling of accidents and road emergencies; and

 

(e)Verification to ensure that vehicles are operated by properly licensed drivers with driving records that are absent of serious moving violations, including but not limited to "Driving under the Influence" (DUI).

 

 

authority

Sections 5113, 5115, 5117 and 5118 of the Department of Behavioral Health Establishment Act of 2013, effective December 24, 2013 (D.C. Law 20-61; D.C. Official Code §§ 7-1141.02, 7-1141-04, 7-1141.06 and 7-1141.07 (2012 Repl.)).

source

Final Rulemaking published at 62 DCR 12056 (September 4, 2015).