Occidental College Authorized Driver Application (Page 2 of 4) in pdf

OCCIDENTAL COLLEGE

AUTHORIZED DRIVER PROCEDURES

QUICK REFERENCE SUMMARY

The Occidental College Authorized Driver Procedures are intended to ensure maximum safety for all drivers and passengers

in vehicles used for College activities. Before you are eligible to drive on College approved activities, whether in a College

owned or rented vehicle, or your own personal vehicle, you must be approved as an Authorized Driver. The Authorized

Driver application is a one-time occurrence, and status is automatically reviewed at least annually.

What are the basic requirements to be a Authorized Driver?

 A valid driver license issued in the United States – not a temporary or expired license. (Employees must provide a

California driver license within 30 days of their employment by the College)

 You must have held a valid driver license for at least the two consecutive years prior to applying and your driver

history must meet the minimum requirements

How do I become a Authorized Driver?

 Submit a completed Occidental College Authorized Driver Application package along with a copy of your driver

license as well as the, Certificate of completion of on-line Defensive Driving test (DDT) to Facilities Management

for processing (which takes about one week)

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 Agree to follow all traffic and other applicable laws, and all requirements of the Occidental College Authorized

Driver Procedures.

 All violations appearing on your MVR will be used toward the point system

What are the responsibilities of a Authorized Driver?

 If driving a College owned vehicle, comply with all requirements of the College’s Vehicle Rental Procedures

including:

 Conduct a Safety Inspection of the vehicle before leaving, noting visible damage & mileage at beginning and

upon return of vehicle.

 Submit properly completed Passenger Manifest to Campus Safety before leaving

 Submit updated yellow copy of the Passenger Manifest to Campus Safety when you return

 If driving a personal vehicle on College business:

 Carry personal automobile insurance as required by law (your insurance is primary)

 Obtain proof of insurance card from Rebecca Dowling (x2646) for presentation to rental agency

 Maintain an acceptable driver history record to retain Authorized Driver status.

 At no time can the Authorized driver use cell phones, text messaging, earphone, iPods or other personal electronics

while operating vehicle

 All vehicles are for the exclusive use of Oxy Faculty, staff, administrators and students. No minor or non Oxy

passengers are allowed. Exception being minors who are registered students or qualified through Admissions or the

Athletic Recognition Program and have filed a waiver with the College signed by parent or legal guardian

 Zip car program is not affiliated with the Occidental Vehicle Rental or Authorized Driver Program

If you are involved in any accident while on College business or while operating a College owned or rented vehicle,

follow all legal requirements (including contacting law enforcement if necessary), and obtain appropriate information from

other drivers and witnesses. Notify Campus Safety in person or by phone at (323) 259-2599 immediately. Failure to do so

will result in loss of Authorized Driver status.

I understand that this summary is for Quick Reference only. I acknowledge that I have read and understand the Vehicle

Rental Procedures and that I am responsible for complying with all requirements.

Signature: _____________________________________ Date: ________________________________

Printed Name: __________________________________

DDQR FY08-098-19-08/10/1/11

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