§ 3130.89. Transportation requirements.
(a) The county agency shall establish, and ensure adherence to, written policies and procedures regarding the transportation of children placed in county-approved foster homes and child care facilities that it operates.
(b) The policies shall include, at a minimum, the following provisions:
(1) A vehicle used in transporting children shall be validly licensed and inspected under 75 Pa.C.S. § § 101—9910 (relating to the Vehicle Code).
(2) A person transporting children on behalf of the agency shall possess a valid driver’s license for the class of vehicle being operated.
(3) The number of persons in a vehicle used to transport children may not exceed the passenger capacity as determined by the vehicle manufacturer. Safety restraints, as installed at the time of manufacturing, shall be used by occupants.
(4) Children who are younger than 4 years of age shall be transported in motor vehicles in accordance with the requirements for parents and guardians under 75 Pa.C.S. § 4581 (relating to restraint systems).
Authority The provisions of this § 3130.89 issued under Articles II, VII, IX and X of the Public Welfare Code (62 P. S. § § 201—211, 701—774, 901—922 and 1001—1080).
Source The provisions of this § 3130.89 adopted January 23, 1987, effective July 23, 1987, 17 Pa.B. 392.
Cross References This section cited in 55 Pa. Code § 3130.81 (relating to licensure, approval and notification requirements).
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