[Cagdu] FW: Originally proposed 9/10/10 TEXT - 12/9/10 Meeting

[Shannon L. Dillon]

SHANNON L. DILLON


 


From: Antonette.Sorrick at dca.ca.gov
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Date: Wed, 8 Dec 2010 16:38:13 -0800
Subject: Originally proposed 9/10/10 TEXT - 12/9/10 Meeting






Members/Stakeholders:
 
Below is the original proposed amended language that was ratified at the 6/23/10 Board meeting.
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http://www.guidedogboard.ca.gov/about/lawsregs/2260_text.pdf 

 
2282 – Current Language
§   § Section 2282. Preliminary Training of Dogs.
Within the six months immediately preceding the assignment of a guide dog to a blind person the dog shall have received a minimum of ninety (90) days of preliminary training satisfactory to the Board.
Note: Authority cited: Section 7208, Business and Professions Code. Reference: Section 7208, Business and Professions Code.
 
2282 as published on September 10, 2010 – ratified at 6/23/10 Board meeting
Renumber Section 2282 to Section 2282.1 and amend Section 2282.1 of Division 22 of Title 16 of the California Code of Regulations to read as follows: 
 
§ 2282.1 Assignment of Dogs.
 
Before a dog may be assigned to a client within the prior 60 day period, an instructor shall have verified that the dog meets the requirements as set forth by section 2282.1.
 
2282.1 – Current Language
§ Section 2282.1 Required Training.
 
Guide dogs shall be trained to:
(a) Stop at the end of each block.

(b) Stop at curbs, doors, stairs, sharp descents or rises, or other obstacles.

(c) Obey commands.

(d) Cross streets or alleys straight to the other side.

(e) Clear all obstacles and persons.

(f) Stop for approaching vehicles.

(g) Pass other dogs, cats, or birds without undue distraction, and not be unduly distracted by noises.

(h) Guide a person to a bus or streetcar and ride with the person.





Note: Authority cited: Section 7208, Business and Professions Code. Reference: Section 7208, Business and Professions Code. 

 
 
2282.1 as published on September 10, 2010 – ratified at 6/23/10 Board meeting
Renumber Section 2282.1 to Section 2282 and amend Section 2282 of Division 22 of Title 16 of the California Code of Regulations to read as follows:
 
§ 2282. Required Training

(a) Guide dogs shall be trained and tested to:


(1)  Acknowledge the beginning and end of a block, regardless of curb type.
 
(2)  Stop or pause at notable changes of elevation in walking surfaces.  
 
(3) Respond appropriately to basic directional guide work and obedience commands.
 
(4) Work sidewalkless and rounded corner areas and appropriately acknowledge intersecting streets.
 
(5)  Move the handler away from obstacles, or stop when there is insufficient room for clearance.
 
(6)  Maintain a safe distance or buffer from potentially threatening vehicles.  Target the appropriate upcurb location.
 
(7)  Refocus when directed on its working task when distracted by certain stimulants such as persons, animals or food.
 
(8)  Under direction of a handler, negotiate public transportation and ride appropriately.
 
(9) Work at a consistent steady pace, providing safe, effective and fluid movement appropriate to its handler and travel conditions.
 
(10)      Behave appropriately in all locations both in and out of harness.
 
(11)      Effectively work in buildings, find doors on command, and negotiate stairs, ramps, and elevators as needed.
 
(12)      Display suitable house manners: free of destructive habits, excessive barking and indiscriminate relieving; be handled easily by client for general care and management; demonstrate the ability to behave properly when left alone for a reasonable period of time.
 
(b) Guide dogs shall be tested by a qualified handler under blindfold.  A verification of successful completion of the required training and testing shall be retained by the school in its records.
 
 
Antonette Sorrick
Executive Officer
State Board of Guide Dogs for the Blind
1625 N. Market Blvd., S-202
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 574-7825 direct
(916) 574-7829 fax
(866) 512-9103 toll free for in-state calls
Antonette.Sorrick at dca.ca.gov 
www.guidedogboard.ca.gov 
 
Mission: To ensure the quality of the guide dog industry by protecting, promoting, and educating guide dog users, instructors, schools, and the public in order to enhance the lives of blind or visually impaired individuals.
  		 	   		  
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