A secure medical transportation provider must ensure that each driver and attendant is able to assist a passenger into and out of a vehicle and each receives the following training:

1. (1) Before providing services, instruction in the operation of the vehicle ramp, wheelchair lift, and wheelchair securement devices;
2. (2) Before providing services, instruction in the procedures to follow in case of a medical emergency or an accident, including first aid;
3. (3) Before providing services, instruction in the use of the fire extinguisher located in the vehicle.

Source: 25 SDR 83, effective December 15, 1998; 40 SDR 122, effective January 7, 2014; 44 SDR 94, effective December 4, 2017.

General Authority: SDCL 28-6-1(2)(4).

Law Implemented: SDCL 28-6-1(2)(4).

Prior versions effective: 2014-01-07.