1. (a) All courses must be conducted in accordance with a department-approved curriculum.
2. (b) The student-to-instructor ratio for classroom instruction of a course may not exceed 36 students per instructor.
3. (c) The student-to-instructor ratio for on-cycle instruction may not exceed six students per instructor until the instructor has taught seven courses. Once the instructor has taught seven courses, the instructor may teach up to eight students alone.
4. (d) There must not be more than 12 students on a range during any phase of range instruction.
5. (e) A separate motorcycle must be available for each student during range instruction.

6. (f) All students and instructors must wear protective gear when participating in the on-cycle portion of the course. The minimum protective gear includes:

   1. (1) a motorcycle helmet that meets the standards of the U.S. Department of Transportation;
   2. (2) eye protection;
   3. (3) over-the-ankle, sturdy footwear;
   4. (4) a long-sleeved shirt or jacket;
   5. (5) non-flare pants that cover the entire leg and are made from a material that is at least as sturdy as denim; and
   6. (6) full-fingered gloves.

Source Note:The provisions of this §98.108 adopted to be effective September 1, 2020, 45 TexReg 6088.