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<BR><BR>SHANNON L. DILLON<BR><BR><BR> <BR>
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From: Guidedogboard@dca.ca.gov<BR>Date: Wed, 30 Mar 2011 13:08:36 -0700<BR>Subject: Important Changes to Reglations - State Board of Guide Dogs for the Blind - Section 2260, 2266, 2282, 2282.1<BR>To: <BR><BR>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Dear Guide Stakeholders:</SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">The Office of Administrative Law has approved the regulatory package concerning completion of requirements as instructor, apprentice standards, required training, and assignment of dogs. The regulatory action will become effective on Saturday, April 16, 2011. Illustrated below are explanations on how these changes may affect you.</SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><U><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Schools/Instructors/Guide Dog Users</SPAN></U><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'"></SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><I><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">CCR Section 2260 – Completion of Requirements for License as Instructor</SPAN></I></P>
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<LI class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Section (b) clarifies that an apprentice or instructor qualifying for an instructor’s license must be employed full time. Full time is defined as an average of 32 hours per week for three years. </SPAN></LI>
<LI class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Section (c) has been added to require that verification of such experience as required by subsection (a) and (b) be submitted to the Board. The verification is required to come from an individual in a supervisory position from the guide dog school where the experience was obtained. The verification must state that the applicant has met the requirements as specified in section 2260. </SPAN></LI></UL>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><I><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">CCR Section 2266 – Apprentice Standards; Minimum Instruction</SPAN></I></P>
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<LI class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Section (2) eliminates the requirement that apprentices have at least one years’ actual experience in working with the training of dogs.</SPAN></LI>
<LI class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Subsection (c) eliminates the term “train” and exchanged it with “instruct.” Also added is the word “team” to guide dog. Last, supervision has been revised to eliminate a requirement that it be direct and immediate and that it be completed not less than twenty hours a week for a period of not less than one year.</SPAN></LI></UL>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><I><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">CCR Section 2282 – Required Training</SPAN></I></P>
<P class=ecxMsoListParagraphCxSpFirst style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><SPAN>·<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Section (a) adds a requirement that guide dogs not only be trained, but also tested for competencies. <I></I></SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><SPAN>·<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Section (1) amended to require acknowledgement of the beginning and end of a block, regardless of curb type.<I></I></SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><SPAN>·<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Section (2) amended to require a guide dog stop or pause at notable changes of elevation in walking surfaces.<I></I></SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><SPAN>·<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Section (3) amended to required appropriate response to basic directional guide work and obedience commands.<I></I></SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><SPAN>·<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Section (4) amended to require working sidewalk less and rounded corner areas and appropriately acknowledge intersection streets.<I></I></SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><SPAN>·<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Section (5) amended to require guide dog move handler away from obstacles or stop when there is insufficient room for clearance.<I></I></SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><SPAN>·<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Section (6) amended to require maintenance of a safe distance or buffer from potentially threatening vehicles and target appropriate up curb locations.<I></I></SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><SPAN>·<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Section (7) amended to require guide dog refocus when directed on its working task when distracted by certain stimulants such as persons, animals, or food.<I></I></SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><SPAN>·<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Section (8) amended to require guide dogs negotiate public transportation, under the direction of a handler, and ride appropriately.<I></I></SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><SPAN>·<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Section (9) adds requirement guide dogs work at a consistent steady pace, providing safe, effective and fluid movement appropriate to its handler and travel conditions.<I></I></SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><SPAN>·<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Section (10) adds requirement that guide dogs behave appropriately in all locations both in and out of harness.<I></I></SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><SPAN>·<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Section (11) adds requirement that guide dogs effectively work in buildings, find doors on command, and negotiate stairs, ramps, and elevators as need.<I></I></SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><SPAN>·<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Section (12) adds requirement that guide dogs 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 period of time.<I></I></SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><SPAN>·<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Section (13) adds requirement that guide dogs be tested by a qualified handler under blindfold. A verification of successful completion of the required training and testing shall be maintained by the school in its records. <I></I></SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><I><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">CCR Section 2282.1 – Assignment of Dogs</SPAN></I></P>
<P class=ecxMsoListParagraph style="TEXT-INDENT: -0.25in"><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: Symbol"><SPAN>·<SPAN style="FONT: 7pt 'Times New Roman'"> </SPAN></SPAN></SPAN><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'"> Amended to require a guide dog instructor verify that a guide dog meets the requirements of section 2282 within 60 days prior to being paired with a guide dog user.</SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">2260</SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><U><SPAN style="COLOR: #1f497d; FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'"><A href="http://weblinks.westlaw.com/result/default.aspx?cite=16CAADCS2260&db=1000937&findtype=L&fn=_top&pbc=DA010192&rlt=CLID_FQRLT4219843215303&rp=/Search/default.wl&rs=WEBL11.01&service=Find&spa=CCR-1000&sr=TC&vr=2.0" target=_blank>http://weblinks.westlaw.com/result/default.aspx?cite=16CAADCS2260&db=1000937&findtype=L&fn=%5Ftop&pbc=DA010192&rlt=CLID%5FFQRLT4219843215303&rp=%2FSearch%2Fdefault%2Ewl&rs=WEBL11%2E01&service=Find&spa=CCR%2D1000&sr=TC&vr=2%2E0</A> </SPAN></U></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">2266</SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><U><SPAN style="COLOR: #1f497d; FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'"><A href="http://weblinks.westlaw.com/result/default.aspx?cite=16CAADCS2266&db=1000937&findtype=L&fn=_top&pbc=DA010192&rlt=CLID_FQRLT8970815315303&rp=/Search/default.wl&rs=WEBL11.01&service=Find&spa=CCR-1000&sr=TC&vr=2.0" target=_blank>http://weblinks.westlaw.com/result/default.aspx?cite=16CAADCS2266&db=1000937&findtype=L&fn=%5Ftop&pbc=DA010192&rlt=CLID%5FFQRLT8970815315303&rp=%2FSearch%2Fdefault%2Ewl&rs=WEBL11%2E01&service=Find&spa=CCR%2D1000&sr=TC&vr=2%2E0</A> </SPAN></U></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">2282</SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><U><SPAN style="COLOR: #1f497d; FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'"><A href="http://weblinks.westlaw.com/result/default.aspx?cite=16CAADCS2282&db=1000937&findtype=L&fn=_top&pbc=DA010192&rlt=CLID_FQRLT7830543315303&rp=/Search/default.wl&rs=WEBL11.01&service=Find&spa=CCR-1000&sr=TC&vr=2.0" target=_blank>http://weblinks.westlaw.com/result/default.aspx?cite=16CAADCS2282&db=1000937&findtype=L&fn=%5Ftop&pbc=DA010192&rlt=CLID%5FFQRLT7830543315303&rp=%2FSearch%2Fdefault%2Ewl&rs=WEBL11%2E01&service=Find&spa=CCR%2D1000&sr=TC&vr=2%2E0</A> </SPAN></U></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">2282.1</SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><U><SPAN style="COLOR: #1f497d; FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'"><A href="http://weblinks.westlaw.com/result/default.aspx?cite=16CAADCS2282.1&db=1000937&findtype=L&fn=_top&pbc=DA010192&rlt=CLID_FQRLT5913412415303&rp=/Search/default.wl&rs=WEBL11.01&service=Find&spa=CCR-1000&sr=TC&vr=2.0" target=_blank>http://weblinks.westlaw.com/result/default.aspx?cite=16CAADCS2282%2E1&db=1000937&findtype=L&fn=%5Ftop&pbc=DA010192&rlt=CLID%5FFQRLT5913412415303&rp=%2FSearch%2Fdefault%2Ewl&rs=WEBL11%2E01&service=Find&spa=CCR%2D1000&sr=TC&vr=2%2E0</A> </SPAN></U><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'"></SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">The aforementioned regulatory changes were the result of a collaborative dialogue between the Board, consumers, and licensees. We look forward to a continued effort to update the Board’s statutes and regulations to give consumers choice, ensure competent and ethical guide dog instruction, and encourage a fair marketplace for guide dog schools to compete. </SPAN></P>
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<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">ERIC HOLM</SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Board President, State Board of Guide Dogs for the Blind</SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">1625 N. Market Blvd., S-202</SPAN></P>
<P class=ecxMsoNormal><SPAN style="FONT-FAMILY: 'Tahoma','sans-serif'">Sacramento, CA 95834</SPAN></P>
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