Public Transit Office
Ed Coven, State Transit Manager
Transit Operations and Safety Section Links
Links to Rule 14.90, Florida Administrative Code and the amended Medical Certification Form, 725-030-011, are provided below. For questions or concerns pertaining to the rule itself please contact Victor Wiley, Transit Safety Program Manager at 850-414-4525 or at victor.wiley@dot.state.fl.us.
Medical Examination Report for Bus Transit Driver in Word Format: This Form Is in Effect on 16 September 2010 If you see a popup box hit the cancel button and then save report form to your computer.
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FDOT Safety and Security Oversight Program Fixed Guideway Transportation Systems Implementation Guidelines Manual This is a Microsoft Word document.
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FDOT Safety and Security Oversight Program Fixed Guideway Transportation Systems Standards Manual, April 2007 This is a .pdf document.
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Fixed Guideway Security and Oversight This link opens a new window showing a new site.
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Transit - Research - Inspection - Procurement Services (TRIPS) This link opens a new window showing a new site.
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Transit Maintenance Analysis and Resource Center This link opens a new window showing a new site.
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Transit Bus Safety Resource Guide This link opens a new window showing a new site
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Substance Abuse Review Checklist This is a Microsoft Word document
Transit Operations and Safety Functions of the Transit Operations Section
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Provide management, coordination and direction to the State Fleet Leasing Program. Develop procedures for leasing and accountability of equipment.
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Provide technical assistance to transit systems and district offices on equipment leases, operating requirements, equipment procurement specifications, and modifications.
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Provide technical assistance, management and coordination for the Statewide Mechanic's Training Program for transit system employees.
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Establish guidelines and criteria for implementation and compliance with safety program procedures and regulations.
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Coordinate, develop and implement bus transit and fixed guideway transportation system safety programs pursuant to state statute and Federal regulations.
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Develop and adopt implementation procedures for the transit safety program.
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Develop and implement a statewide safety review program for bus and fixed guideway transit systems.
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Develop maintenance inspection and repair procedures for use by transit systems. Perform on-site inspections of vehicles to ensure compliance with proper maintenance procedures and contractual agreements.
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Coordinate and implement a statewide vehicle procurement program to assist transit agencies in acquiring transit vehicles of high quality at lower costs.
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Provide technical assistance to transit systems on maintenance and safety matters relating to the purchase and operation of vehicles.
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Research and identify existing training, technical assistance, and education programs which may be utilized by the Department and transit agencies.
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Provide support and technical assistance to transit agencies on transit vehicle procurement issues and compliance with state and federal requirements.
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Develop and implement research activities related to transit vehicles, safety programs and facilities and equipment in support of district and transit agency needs.
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Coordinate, develop and implement federal regulations regarding drug and alcohol testing requirements for transit agencies.
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Coordinate, develop and implement a statewide contract to provide drug and alcohol testing services and technical assistance to transit agencies for compliance with federal regulations.
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Act as the Department's representative in matters relating to transit operations and provide liaison to the Florida Transit Association on technical and operational issues.
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Propose, review and analyze state and federal legislation pertaining to transit operational matters.
