Or. Admin. R. 581-053-0320 - Type 10 Driver Training and Approval

Oregon Department of Education shall approve a type 10 driver who:

(1) Is at least 18 years of age;

(2) Possesses a valid driver license or commercial driver license;

(3) Is not disqualified based on driving or criminal record as required in OAR 581-053-0050;

(4) Receives emergency procedure and evacuation training, vehicle pretrip inspection training and all other training as determined necessary by the transportation entity;

(5) Submits an application for type 10 driver approval signed by a supervisor certifying:

(a) The employer will immediately notify ODE if the employer learns of any changes to the applicant's driving and criminal records that could disqualify them from driving under OAR 581-053-0050 and ensure that the driver complies with all applicable OARs;

(b) The applicant will be trained in first aid within 120 days of ODE approval. The applicant shall remain trained in first aid to maintain approval with ODE.

(6) A type 10 driver may use a type 10 vehicle for a regular home to school route if:

(a) The applicant meets all minimum requirements for a type 10 driver listed in this rule;

(b) The applicant demonstrates the knowledge and ability to operate a type 10 vehicle safely and to perform related duties; and

(c) The applicant has passed a driving skills test and written knowledge test of laws and regulations if the applicant will be transporting students from home to school.

(7) ODE shall maintain a list of approved drivers for each school district. The approved driver list will be sent to each transportation entity twice a year, and shall be made available on request.

(8) Occasional/emergency use provision - A person who does not currently meet the driver requirements for a type 10 vehicle may be used on an occasional/emergency basis if such driver:

(a) Is judged competent by the local supervisor;

(b) Possesses a valid driver license or commercial driver license;

(c) Does not operate vehicles under this provision more than three days in any given fiscal year (July 1 to June 30); and

(d) Is not transporting students to and from school on regularly scheduled routes.

Notes

Or. Admin. R. 581-053-0320

ODE 19-2012, f. & cert. ef. 6-14-12

Stat. Auth.: ORS 327.013 & 820.100 - 820.120

Stats. Implemented: ORS 327.013, 820.100, 820.105, 820.110 & 820.120