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Drivers Introduction You are assuming serious responsibility when you perform this job. The lives and safety of many people will be dependent on your judgement and ability. Never take your responsibility lightly. Your primary duty as a driver is driving in a safe and courteous manner. Your ability to handle a van in this manner is very important. As a driver for Going Places, you have an opportunity to provide a very significant, positive improvement in the lives of the people you encounter. Many basic needs, such as communicating, socializing with others, and physically moving from one location to another may be major accomplishments for your passengers. In many cases, seniors you see may have been confined to their residence for a period due to the lack of adequate transportation. It is the number one priority to provide safe and efficient transportation to those who have difficulty or do not have access to the usual modes of transportation. The Going Places Transportation Program enables older adults to travel with pride and dignity, maintain a level of independence, and remain valuable members of their communities. As a driver, you are a vital link of the system and helping older adults maintain their independence and a making the system successful. 18 | P a g e – E r i e C o u n t y G o i n g P l a c e s P o l i c y a n d P r o c e d u r e