Code VVR: Safe Transport of Wheelchair Occupants for taxi drivers

What is the VVR Code?

The VVR Code stands forSafe Transport of Wheelchair Occupants. It is a certification and quality standard for drivers and carriers who transport people in wheelchairs, such as healthcare transport, student transport and specialized taxi transport. The code was developed by SF Mobiliteit.

What is the VVR Code about?

The VVR Code describes concrete standards and actions for the safe transport of wheelchair occupants:

• Entering and exiting: Safe procedures for entering and leaving the wheelchair in the vehicle
• Securing the wheelchair: Correct attachment of the wheelchair and the passenger's seat belt
• Interaction with the passenger: Respectful and caring treatment of the wheelchair user
• Vehicle requirements: Technical requirements of the vehicle for wheelchair transport
• Emergencies: Correct action in the event of emergencies during transport

For whom is this the VVR Code?

The VVR Code is intended for all professional drivers who transport wheelchair users, such as:

• Drivers in healthcare transport (Wmo transport)
• Drivers in student transport
• Taxi drivers with a wheelchair-accessible vehicle
• Drivers at hospitals and rehabilitation centers

Benefits of the Code VVR certification

• Demonstrable professional competence towards clients and contracting parties
• More chance of tendering for tenders in healthcare and student transport
• Higher safety for vulnerable passengers
• Distinctive capacity as a specialist in wheelchair transport

More information

Read more about the VVR Code at: sfmobiliteit.nl/code-vvr.

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