(1) ODHH contracts with qualified people or agencies to train individuals on ways to use and care for telecommunications equipment provided by TAS.

(2) ODHH must ensure reasonable accessibility to training for people with hearing loss or speech impairment.

(3) ODHH staff determine who receives training on proper equipment use and care from qualified trainers. Individuals receiving training may include:

(a) Clients;

(b) Parents/legal guardians; and

(c) Staff or volunteers of profit and nonprofit organizations.

(4) When applicants are age seventeen or younger, their parents/legal guardians must attend all training sessions on appropriate equipment use and care.