5-018.04D1 Driver Standards

The individual provider must:

1. Have been chosen by the client or the usual caregiver to provide transportation;

2. Be age 19 or older;

3. (Possess a current and valid driver’s license;

4. Have no more than three points assessed against his/her Nebraska driver’s license, or meet a comparable standard in the state where s/he is licensed to drive;

5. Currently have no limitations that would interfere with safe driving;

6. Personally drive his/her own vehicle to transport the client;  

7. Use seat belts and child passenger restraint devices as required by law;

8. Not smoke while transporting the client;

9. Not transport the client while under the influence of alcohol or any drug that impairs the ability to drive safely;

10. Not provide transportation if s/he has a communicable disease which may pose a threat to the health and well-being of the client;

11. Have and maintain the minimum automobile liability and medical insurance coverage as required by law; and

12. Report disqualification from any Department program for intentional program violation.  

{8/20/07}