(1) This section applies to an operator of a relevant service that is a general route service, school service, taxi service or limousine service.
(2) The operator must take reasonable steps to ensure that each vehicle providing the service--
(a) complies with any requirements for the vehicle stated in schedule 3, part 1; and
(b) is maintained in a clean, tidy and reasonably comfortable condition.
(3) The operator is taken to comply with subsection (2)(b) if the vehicle is maintained in the way stated in schedule 3, part 2.