§ 12-167. Rental agencies are required to perform instruction and training.

(a)

Instruction.

(1)

The owner shall inform the renter to abide by all applicable safety equipment, traffic and parking laws, and provide them the restrictions of operation set forth herein, as it pertains to the form of conveyance in a Safety Brochure, which must be signed by the operator, or require viewing of a manufacturer's safety video.

(2)

The owner shall direct the renter to review the posted interior signage, and inquire as to comprehension.

(3)

The owner shall evaluate the prospective renter's ability to understand instructions and determine whether to refuse to rent the moped or scooter.

(b)

Training.

(1)

The owner shall refuse to rent the conveyance to any prospective renter who cannot demonstrate the ability to drive the vehicle safely, as required herein.

(2)

Each business will be required to have an instructor observe and document that potential renters are competent to operate the rental conveyance prior to releasing them off the property. Instructors shall ensure the operator has demonstrated proper braking and turning techniques under the standards established herein, as well as training in emphasis on the proper use of the seats, mirrors, throttle, turn signals, horn and seatbelts, if applicable to golf carts.

(c)

Braking and stopping: Subject to section 12-166(b) above, the instructor shall observe and document that the prospective operator can demonstrate proper braking or stopping techniques so they may safely come to a stop.

(d)

Required turning movements. Subject to section 12-166(b) above, each business engaged in retail conveyances shall confirm that operators understand the proper turning techniques. The instructor shall observe and document that the prospective operator can turn the mopeds properly and maintain balance, while turning.

(Ord. No. 2016-1, 4-12-16)