Section outline

    • There are requirements that must be completed for small vehicle school transportation operators.  Likewise, districts, charters and contractors have requirements that they must fulfill to be in compliance with CDE Rules 1 CCR 301-26, Colorado Rules for the Operation, Maintenance and Inspection of School Transportation Vehicles.  Excerpts from 1CCR 301-26 pertaining to small vehicles are listed.

    • Once pre-service training has been completed and documented, the small vehicle operator does have annual CDE requirements that must be completed prior to transporting students.   

      Please note, that these are minimum requirements required by CDE, your employer may require additional training.

      2.03 These rules shall not preclude a school district or service provider from establishing a more rigid standard or policy when deemed necessary by the local board of education or service provider.