Serving Montgomery, Frederick, Carroll & Howard Counties, Maryland

Fleet & safety

The right vehicle, the right equipment and the right help

A vehicle is only as safe as its driver. Here is how we equip our fleet and train our team.

Driver securing a stair chair inside an accessible van

Wheelchair-accessible vans

  • Commercial hydraulic lifts and heavy-duty ramps: commercial-grade lifts and wide, anti-slip ramps rated up to 800 lbs total capacity, accommodating heavy electric wheelchairs, bariatric chairs and accompanying caregivers.
  • 4-point floor anchor systems: mobility devices are locked down with auto-tensioning 4-point tie-down retractors anchored into the vehicle floor, preventing lateral or forward movement.
  • Integrated lap and shoulder belts: passengers stay seated in their own wheelchairs, secured by crash-tested lap and shoulder belts.
  • Spacious raised-roof cabins: high-top designs remove the need to hunch or tilt when entering or riding.

Stretcher and bariatric equipment

  • Stretchers and stair chairs: for passengers who need to lie down or can’t manage steps.
  • Bariatric capability: heavy-duty lifts rated to 800 lbs, extra-wide bariatric stretchers and friction-reducing transfer systems to protect fragile skin during transfers.
  • Heavy-load floor tracks: floor-mounted tracks secure both passenger and equipment to the vehicle frame during transit.

Driver training and screening

Our transport specialists undergo comprehensive training and background screening before assisting passengers.

  • PASS certified: trained under the Passenger Assistance Transportation and Safety framework for specialized mobility support.
  • CPR and First Aid certified: trained to respond calmly and effectively in an emergency.
  • Advanced securement training: multi-point securement systems, proper belt placement and weight distribution.
  • Gentle ramp and threshold navigation: techniques for steep thresholds, outdoor transitions and uneven sidewalks without jarring the passenger.

Clean, maintained vehicles

Every van in our Germantown-based fleet is regularly inspected and maintained, with climate-controlled cabins for a comfortable ride in every season.

Ready to schedule a ride?

Booking takes a few minutes. Call our dispatch team or send a ride request online and we will confirm your trip and fare.

For medical emergencies, call 911. KM Comfort Carriers provides non-emergency transportation only.

Call (301) 658-4626 Book a Ride