Iowa Admin. Code r. 761-636.5

Current through Regsiter Vol. 46, No. 26, June 12, 2024

Rule 761-636.5 - Course requirements

(1)Classroom instruction. An approved course shall consist of a minimum of six clock hours of classroom instruction which includes the instructional components contained in subrule 636.5(3).

(2)Driving instruction. Motorized bicycle rider driving experiences in addition to classroom instruction are permissible, but not required.

(3)Course content. The following instructional components shall be incorporated in every motorized bicycle rider education course.

a.Operator and motorized bicycle preparation.

(1) Knowledge of Iowa driving laws.

(2) Knowledge of vehicle registration requirements.

(3) Vehicle inspection.

(4) Protective clothing and devices.

(5) Risk assessment.

(6) Route selection.

b.Basic control skills.

(1) Starting procedures.

(2) Speed control.

(3) Turning.

(4) Stopping.

c.Safe driving practices.

(1) Use of lights and warning devices.

(2) Signaling.

(3) Maintaining directional control.

(4) Perception skills and observation.

(5) Use of mirrors.

(6) Recognition of hazards.

(7) Speed control.

(8) Lane positioning.

(9) Concerns and conflicts regarding intersections.

(10) Following distances.

(11) Lateral separation.

d.Complex situations.

(1) Limited visibility.

(2) Adverse weather.

(3) Critical situations.

(4) Malfunctions.

e.Motorized bicycle care.

(1) Inspection.

(2) Maintenance.

Iowa Admin. Code r. 761-636.5

Amended by IAB November 4, 2020/Volume XLIII, Number 10, effective 12/9/2020