DCF 250.08(3)(b)(b) A copy of the completed permission and emergency information form under sub. (2) for each child being transported.
DCF 250.08(3)(c)(c) For transportation to or from a child’s home or school, the transportation route and scheduled stops.
DCF 250.08(4)(4)Driver.
DCF 250.08(4)(a)(a) The driver of a vehicle used to transport children in care shall be at least 18 years of age and shall hold a valid driver’s license from the state where the driver resides and for the type of vehicle driven.
DCF 250.08(4)(b)(b) Before a driver who is not the licensee first transports children and annually thereafter, the licensee shall provide the driver with an orientation. The licensee shall document the training. The training shall include all of the following:
DCF 250.08(4)(b)1.1. The procedure for ensuring that all children are properly restrained in the appropriate child safety seat.
DCF 250.08(4)(b)2.2. The procedure for loading, unloading, and tracking of children being transported.
DCF 250.08(4)(b)3.3. The procedure for evacuating the children from a vehicle in an emergency.
DCF 250.08(4)(b)4.4. Behavior management techniques for use with children being transported.
DCF 250.08(4)(b)5.5. A review of applicable statutes and rules affecting transportation of children.
DCF 250.08(4)(b)6.6. A review of applicable center policies.
DCF 250.08(4)(b)7.7. First aid procedures.
DCF 250.08(4)(b)8.8. A review of child abuse and neglect laws and center reporting procedures.
DCF 250.08(4)(b)9.9. Information on any special needs a child being transported may have and the plan for how those needs will be met.
DCF 250.08(4)(b)10.10. A review of the use of the vehicle alarm, if applicable.
DCF 250.08(4)(b)11.11. Any other job responsibilities as determined by the licensee.
DCF 250.08(4)(c)(c)
DCF 250.08(4)(c)1.1. Prior to the day a driver first transports children in care and annually thereafter, the licensee shall obtain a copy of the driving record for each driver and place the record in the staff file. The licensee shall review each driving record to ensure that the driver has no accidents or traffic violations that would indicate that having children ride with the driver could pose a threat to the children.
DCF 250.08(4)(c)2.2. In determining whether a driver may pose a threat to the children, the licensee shall consider the totality of the driver’s record, any other relevant facts, and the following factors in combination:
DCF 250.08(4)(c)2.a.a. The seriousness of any accidents or violations.
DCF 250.08(4)(c)2.b.b. The amount of time that has passed since an accident or violation occurred.
DCF 250.08(4)(c)2.c.c. The number of accidents or violations.
DCF 250.08(4)(c)2.d.d. The likelihood that a similar incident will occur.
DCF 250.08(4)(c)3.3. A driver whose driving record indicates that the driver poses a threat to the children may not transport children.
DCF 250.08 NoteNote: Information on how to obtain driving records may be obtained by contacting the Department of Transportation at (608) 261-2566 or https://wisconsindot.gov/pages/online-srvcs/other-servs/request-record.aspx.
DCF 250.08(4)(d)(d)
DCF 250.08(4)(d)1.1. Except as provided in subd. 2., a driver of a vehicle that is transporting children in care may not use a cellular phone or other wireless telecommunication device while loading, unloading, or transporting children, except when the vehicle is out of traffic, not in operation, and any of the following applies:
DCF 250.08(4)(d)1.a.a. The phone or device is used to call 911.
DCF 250.08(4)(d)1.b.b. The phone or device is used to communicate with emergency responders.