ARSD 67:16:25:04.01. Secure medical transportation -- Qualifications of driver

A secure medical transportation provider must ensure that the driver providing the transportation service meets the following criteria: (1) Possesses a valid driver's license for the class of vehicle driven; (2) Is at least 18 years old and has at least one year of experience as a licensed driver; (3) During the previous three years, has not had a driver's license suspended under the provisions of SDCL chapter 32-12 or under similar laws of another state where the driver had a driver's license; (4) During the previous three years, has not had a conviction of driving under the influence pursuant to SDCL chapter 32-23 or under similar laws of another state where the driver had a driver's license; and (5) Does not have a hearing loss of more than 30 decibels in the better ear with or without a hearing aid. A driver whose hearing meets this minimum requirement only when wearing a hearing aid must wear a hearing aid and have it in operation at all times while driving.