Md. Code Regs. 10.29.21.04

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 12, June 14, 2024

Section 10.29.21.04 - Requirements for Registration

A. To qualify as a registered transporter, an individual shall:

(1) Be at least 18 years of age;

(2) Be of good moral character;

(3) Hold a current valid driver's license in good standing; and

(4) Be employed by a mortuary transport service that holds a permit issued by the Board.

B. Required Coursework. Before registering as a registered transporter, an individual shall complete the following Board approved coursework options:

(1) An OSHA or MOSHA training course;

(2) A course on blood-borne pathogens;

(3) A course on infection control; and

(4) A law course on:

(a) Health-General Article, §5-513, Annotated Code of Maryland, excluding references to inspections of an out-of-State facility, with the objective of understanding the proper treatment of remains with dignity; and

(b) This chapter.

C. To apply for a registration as a registered transporter, an individual shall submit:

(1) A signed application on a form provided by the Board;

(2) Written, verified evidence satisfactory to the Board that the applicant has:

(a) Completed the application for a criminal history records check using the process required by CJIS and designating that the check be sent to the Board; and

(b) Paid all fees required by CJIS;

(3) Evidence of successful completion of the coursework required by §B of this regulation; and

(4) A copy of the individual's driving record, including probation before judgment findings.

D. A registered transporter shall maintain a current mailing address, excluding a post office box address, on file with the Board.

E. The permit of the mortuary transport service that employs the registered transporter shall be prominently displayed on the person of the registered transporter by means of an identification card. The identification card shall include the following information:

(1) A current picture of the registered transporter;

(2) The name of the mortuary transport service that employs the registered transporter; and

(3) The permit number of the mortuary transport service.

F. The permit holder shall confiscate the identification card of a transporter who is no longer in the permit holder's employ and return the identification card to the Board.

G. The Board may not register an applicant until the Board has:

(1) Received and reviewed the criminal history records information; and

(2) Approved the completed application.

Md. Code Regs. 10.29.21.04

Regulation .04 amended effective 41:3 Md. R. 202, eff.2/17/2014