Wheelchair & Mobility Device Securement Training Requirements

Drivers operating wheelchair-accessible vehicles are required to complete specialized training to ensure the safe transportation of passengers with mobility needs. These trainings are critical to protecting passenger safety, preventing injuries, and maintaining compliance with Medicaid and industry standards.

Basic Wheelchair Securement

• Drivers operating wheelchair-accessible vehicles must complete training on proper wheelchair loading and securement procedures to ensure passenger safety during transport.

• Required For: Drivers operating wheelchair-accessible vehicles
  Certification Period: Valid for 2 years
  Renewal: Required every 24 months

Securing Difficult Mobility Devices

• Drivers transporting passengers using powered wheelchairs or complex mobility devices must complete advanced securement training to ensure safe transportation.

• Required For: Drivers operating wheelchair-accessible vehicles
  Certification Period: Valid for 2 years
  Renewal: Required every 24 months