§ 20-102. Drivers.

Each nonemergency service licensee is responsible for ensuring that its vehicles are driven by trained, experienced and otherwise qualified personnel. The licensee shall at a minimum document and retain on file that each of its drivers:

(1)

Is at least 18 years old.

(2)

Certifies under oath that he/she is not addicted to alcohol or any controlled substance.

(3)

Certifies under oath that he/she is free from any physical or mental defect or disease that might impair their ability to drive a nonemergency medical transportation vehicle.

(4)

Has not, within the past three years, been convicted of reckless driving, or driving under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances, and has not had a driver's license suspended.

(5)

Possesses a valid Florida operator's license.

(6)

Is trained in the correct use of the special equipment required for wheelchair and stretcher transport.

(7)

Is trained in a national safety council defensive driving course or its equivalent.

(8)

Possesses a valid American Red Cross Standard First Aid and Personal Safety Course Card or its equivalent.

(9)

Possesses a valid American Red Cross or American Heart Association Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation Card or its equivalent.

(Ord. No. 2010-45, § 1, 11-23-2010)