Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) Training

$65

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This three (3) hour class must be completed after filing a new or renewal application. Introduce students to the Americans With Disability Act (ADA) as well as the Disability Community. Provides an opportunity for each student to demonstrate appropriate hands-on techniques in securing a passenger in a wheel chair. Familiarize students with the TLC’s Wheelchair Accessible Dispatch system.

Fee: $40

Must call for appointments

Call to Register 718-705 1111

 

Details:

The three-hour WAV training will introduce students to the Americans With Disability Act of 1990 as well as the Disability Community. It covers the necessary skills and behaviors needed for transporting wheelchairs in WAVs. Familiarize students about safety concerns for passengers, driver and the public, establish regulatory and legal requirements. Provide sensitivity training and communication towards passengers with disabilities. Provides an opportunity for each student to demonstrate appropriate hands-on techniques in securing a passenger in a wheelchair. Familiarize students with the TLC’s Wheelchair Accessible Dispatch system and Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) Regulatory Entities Operating Procedures.