Licensees providing transportation must:

(1) Provide transportation that is safe, reliable, and in compliance with law and contract requirements;

(2) Verify:

(a) Drivers of the vehicles:

(i) Have a valid driver's license; and

(ii) Are covered under an automobile liability insurance policy;

(b) The vehicles:

(i) Are in safe operating condition;

(ii) Have appropriate safety devices for all passengers as required by law, including seat belts, car seats, and booster seats. All individuals in the vehicle must use the restraint system when the vehicle is in motion; and

(iii) Contain first-aid supplies; and

(c) There is at least one adult other than the driver in a vehicle when:

(i) There are more than five children age birth through five years old in the vehicle;

(ii) Staffing requirements or the contract require a second staff; or

(iii) The child's or youth's specific needs require a second adult; and

(3) Comply with chapter 392-143 WAC if using a bus to transport children and youth in care.