Or. Admin. Code § 414-360-1230

Current through Register Vol. 64, No. 1, January 1, 2025

Section 414-360-1230 - [Effective 7/1/2025] Passenger Restraints and Vehicles

(1) A provider must meet the following passenger restraint and seating rules to ensure children's safety during transportation:

(a) The manufacturer's maximum seating capacity for the vehicle is not exceeded;

(b) Child passenger restraint systems and seat belts must be used according to law, meet federal motor vehicle standards and installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions;

(c) Restraint systems are properly maintained, such as not expired, recalled, or previously involved in a crash;

(d) Child care children are not permitted to ride in the front seat of a vehicle; and

(e) All adult passengers in a vehicle transporting children, other than a large school bus, must be properly restrained by safety belts before starting the vehicle and at all times the vehicle is in motion.

(2) A provider must ensure that all vehicles used for transportation meet the following:

(a) Vehicles, including school buses, are in compliance with all applicable state and local motor vehicle laws.

(b) If a provider uses vans designed for 10 or more passengers and manufactured prior to 2010:

(A) Travel speed may not exceed 50 mph; and

(B) The vehicle must have an annual safety inspection by a garage, dealership or auto repair shop. Proof of inspection must be on the form provided by CCLD or on a form provided by the inspector which contains the same information.

(c) Vehicles have a current license plate and registration as required by Oregon state transportation laws, including vehicles driven by volunteers.

(d) Vehicles are maintained in good repair and safe operating condition at all times.

Or. Admin. Code § 414-360-1230

DELC 138-2024, adopt filed 12/11/2024, effective 7/1/2025

Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 329A.260

Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 329A.280