Note: All University Faculty, Staff, and Students will be asked to adhere to this policy when leasing a vehicle from the University's Parking, Transportation, and Services Department.

Vehicle Driver Qualifications

Driver agrees that he/she will:

1. For University (owned or leased) Private Passenger Vehicles
   • provide copy of driver license and, by completing and signing this policy statement, grant permission, for the University to perform, at its discretion, a motor vehicle registration check of my driving record. I acknowledge my license has been in effect two years and during that two year period, I have driven at least 2000 miles.
   • be at least 21 years old at the time of use of University vehicle.
   • file a travel itinerary if taking an out of town trip.
   • use vehicle for official University purposes only. "Official purposes" does not include transportation of faculty, staff and students between his or her residence and the University, unless authorized by the faculty's, staff's or student's supervisor/sponsor. A copy of the written approval will be maintained by the Parking & Transportation Department.
   • operate University vehicle in accordance with University regulations, know and observe all applicable traffic laws, ordinances, and regulations, and use safe driving practices at all times. Vehicle driver assumes all responsibility for any and all fines or traffic violations associated with his/her use of University vehicle.
   • inspect the vehicle before leaving the parking garage for safety concerns; i.e., check tires, wipers, lights, back up alarm (if applicable) and other safety equipment for observable defects. Report any defects immediately to the Motor Pool Department to determine if the vehicle is safe to operate.
   • not drive under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
   • use seat belts or other available occupant restraints and require all occupants to do likewise in accordance with state laws and University policies. (The number of passengers shall not exceed the number of seatbelts.)
   • not transport passengers who are not on University business, such as hitchhikers, family members or friends.
   • not permit unauthorized individuals to drive any University vehicle.
   • remove keys from the vehicle and lock all vehicle doors at all times when the vehicle is unattended.
   • keep the vehicle interior free of debris and all windows clean.
   • report any malfunctions or needed repairs to the Motor Pool Department or Parking and Transportation Department.
   • check engine fluid levels during each refueling.
   • not smoke in University vehicle.
   • be subject to applicable University disciplinary procedures for violations of University policy.
   • immediately report all vehicle accidents to:
     • On Campus:
       Campus Police 412-624-2121
       Transportation Department 412-624-8800 (24 hr. emergency line)
     • Off Campus:
       Local Law Enforcement Authorities
       Transportation Department:412- 624-8800 (24 hr. emergency line
2. For Vans (Capable of carrying 6 to 15 passengers only)
   • satisfy all Vehicle Driver Qualifications listed above in Section A and,
   • show evidence of ability to drive a van by completing the University-approved van safety training course and reviewing the University's Van Drivers Instruction booklet.
3. For Other Vehicles
   • satisfy all Vehicle Driver Qualifications listed above in Section A and,
   • agree that State law will determine the minimum driver requirements for driving other University vehicles.
4. Motor Vehicle Registration Check (MVR)
   • complete the attached Pennsylvania "Request for Driver Information" form (Pennsylvania Residents Only)
   • All other drivers must provide a signed verification form from their respective State of residency. Other State forms may be located at: http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/webstate.htm