8 Questions
How many hours of instruction must a motorcycle safety course include at a minimum?
12 hours
What is the maximum registration fee that an organization can charge per student?
$20
Who develops the curricula for motorcycle safety courses?
The Department
What is the minimum number of hours of actual motorcycle operation required in a motorcycle safety course?
6 hours
Who may provide instructor training for the motorcycle safety program?
The Department and the Motorcycle Safety Foundation
How are the costs of conducting motorcycle safety courses compensated?
Through agreements with organizations
What happens to the registration fee if a student does not complete the course?
It is forfeited to the organization
What is the purpose of the Florida Motorcycle Safety Education Program?
To educate motorcycle riders on safety
Study Notes
Florida Motorcycle Safety Education Program
- The department shall establish and fund the Florida Motorcycle Safety Education Program through ss. 320.08 and 322.025.
- The program includes motorcycle safety courses with a minimum of 12 hours of instruction, including at least 6 hours of actual motorcycle operation.
Course Curriculum
- The department prescribes the curriculum, which may include courses developed by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation or other comparable traffic safety groups.
Instructor Certification
- The department sets qualifications for instructor certification, which may include qualifications specified by the Motorcycle Safety Foundation or comparable groups.
Organization Approval
- Organizations must be approved by the department to conduct motorcycle safety courses.
- The department may enter into agreements with organizations to provide courses, including compensation for costs and insurance requirements.
Fees and Refunds
- Organizations can charge a registration fee of up to $20 per student, which is refundable upon course completion.
- Students who do not complete the course forfeit their registration fee.
Implementation and Requirements
- The department may adopt rules to implement the program.
- As of January 1, 1989, first-time motorcycle license applicants under 21 years old must complete a motorcycle education course before licensure.
The Florida Motorcycle Safety Education Program is a program established by the department to provide motorcycle safety courses. The program is funded by specific sections of the Florida Statutes and includes a minimum of 12 hours of instruction.
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