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Driver Legal Document

A. Mandatory KYC & Documentation Requirements

  • Aadhaar Card: Identity & address proof. Must be linked to mobile number for authentication.
  • Driving License: Valid LMV license with 2+ years experience. Commercial use requires Transport Endorsement.
  • PAN Card: Needed for TDS and financial compliance.
  • Passport-Size Photos: 2–4 recent color photographs for RTO records, ID badges, etc.
  • Police Verification: Required for drivers in sensitive transport. Renewable every 1–3 years.
  • Medical Fitness Certificate (Form 1A): Required for commercial drivers and all drivers over 50.

B. Optional / Value-Added Documents

Document Description
Experience Certificate From previous employer, aggregator, fleet company, or hospital. Helps validate domain expertise.
Taxi Driver Badge / RTO ID Issued by RTO after background verification and PSV license. Mandatory for transport vehicle drivers.
Trade License (BBMP/local body) Required if operating as an independent driver or owner-operator (e.g., contract with hospitals, fleet). Apply through BBMP/local municipal body.
COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate (required for medical roles) Mandatory for some health-related driver roles (ambulance, lab, patient transport). Proof via Cowin or DigiLocker.

C. Recommended Screening & Skill Checks

Check Type Requirement
Criminal & Civil Background Check Check for prior offenses (via police records or third-party screening firms).
Reference Check Minimum two professional references. Especially important in school, medical, or hotel driver categories.
Driving Skill & Route Test Employers may require practical driving tests, local route knowledge (GPS + offline), and behavior checks.
Soft Skills / Customer Training Optional but preferred for passenger-facing services (Cab/Taxi, Fleet, Medical Transport). Covers etiquette, hygiene, and communication.

D. Driver Types & Legal Requirements (Karnataka-specific)

  • DL Type: LMV + Commercial Badge License (PSV) from RTO.
  • KYC: Full KYC + Police Verification.
  • Other Requirements:
    1. o Familiarity with ride-hailing platforms (Ola, Uber).
    2. o Smartphone use proficiency.
    3. o May require city permit or All India Tourist Permit (AITP) for outstation cabs.

  • DL Type: LMV with transport endorsement (if vehicle is company registered).
  • KYC: Full KYC + Police Verification.
  • Skills Needed:
    1. o Professional grooming.
    2. o Hospitality etiquette.
  • Verification:
    1. o Police verification and references are usually mandatory for high-end hotel roles.

  • License: LMV/Transport License + PSV Badge.
  • Mandatory Training:
    1. o Child safety, road discipline, and first aid.
    2. o Compliant with Karnataka Education Department's School Transport Rules.
  • Screening:
    1. o Strict police verification.
    2. o No criminal record involving children or intoxication.
  • Registration: Must be listed with school and education board authorities.

GENERAL LEGAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MEDICAL SERVICES DRIVERS (Applicable to All Categories)

CATEGORY-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
(a). Ambulance Drivers

Typical Employers: Government (108 services), private hospitals, trauma care units

Certification Required For Issuing Authority / Institute
1 Driving License Valid LMV (Light Motor Vehicle) or Transport Vehicle License issued by Karnataka RTO. RTO-
2 Minimum Age 20 years for a Transport License. As per Adhaar Card
3 Medical Fitness Certificate Form 1A (from government-registered medical practitioner). Mandatory for commercial drivers. Government Hospitals, Indian Red Cross, St John’s Ambulance, Authorized EMS Training Centers
4 Police Verification Required, especially when transporting patients or sensitive materials. Police Station/ Sakala On-line
5 Basic Life Support (BLS) All ambulance drivers (mandatory) Government Hospitals, Indian Red Cross, St John’s Ambulance, Authorized EMS Training Centers
6 First Aid & Emergency Medical Training Tier 1 and 2 ambulances (ICU, cardiac, trauma) Karnataka Health Department, St John’s Ambulance, AIIMS-based BLS/EMT programs
7 Defensive Driving & Patient Safety Training High-speed, urban deployment, 108 services RTO-approved Driving Schools or EMS Transport Agencies

Must understand patient movement, stretcher handling, CPR, and infection control.

Adherence to Motor Vehicles (Amendment) Act, 2019, particularly for emergency driving rules.

(b). Patient Transport Drivers

Typical Employers: Dialysis centers, rehab clinics, home health agencies

Additional Requirements

  • No medical treatment responsibility, but training in patient handling, wheelchair assistance, etc., is important.
  • Good communication skills and punctuality are expected.
  • RTO license + possible in-house training certificate from the employer.
(c). Mobile Clinic Van Drivers

Typical Employers: Government health missions, NGOs (e.g., National Health Mission)

Additional Requirements

  • May drive large vans; HMV license may be required based on vehicle weight.
  • Trained to handle rural terrain and off-road conditions.
  • Often undergo sensitization training on rural healthcare delivery and community engagement.
  • Must be familiar with basic inventory handling (medicines/equipment).
(d). Medicine & Lab Sample Drivers

Typical Employers: Online pharmacies, diagnostic labs, pathology labs

Additional Requirements

  • Training in hygiene practices, PPE usage (gloves, masks), and safe sample transportation.
  • Must follow sealed package protocols and cold-chain requirements (if applicable).
  • Some companies may require hazardous materials handling awareness.
  • Adherence to Biomedical Waste Management Rules, 2016, for sample spills or waste disposal.
(e). Blood & Organ Transport Drivers

Typical Employers: Blood banks, organ donation networks (e.g., Jeevasarthakathe in Karnataka)

Additional Requirements

  • Special certification in organ/blood transport logistics (may be issued by the health department or NGOs).
  • Trained in time-sensitive driving, traffic navigation, and coordination with police/traffic control.
  • Knowledge of organ preservation protocols and fast-lane emergency permissions.
  • May need special movement permits (issued case-by-case by local authorities or police).

Relevant Authorities in Karnataka

Authority Role
Transport Department, Karnataka Licenses, badges, permits
State Health & Family Welfare Dept. Emergency services training and deployment
St. John Ambulance / Red Cross BLS and First Aid training
RTO Offices Driver badge, endorsements
Jeevasarthakathe (for organ donation) Coordination for organ transport

Summary Table

Driver Type Transport License PSV Badge First Aid / BLS Special Training / Permit
Ambulance Driver ✅ ✅ ✅ BLS Training
Patient Transport Driver ✅ ✅ ⚠️ Preferred Soft Skills
Mobile Clinic Driver ✅ (LMV/HMV) ✅ ⚠️ Preferred Rural Driving
Medicine / Lab Driver ✅ ✅ ⚠️ Hygiene Cold Chain, PPE
Blood / Organ Driver ✅ ✅ ✅ Traffic Coordination, Permits