N.M. Admin. Code § 9.4.7.12
Appropriate diagnostic and evaluation reports ___
Current general physical examination ___
Current eye exam (must be legally blind) ___
Current psychological evaluation, if indicated ___
Completion of personal adjustment training, if indicated ___
Good general health and stamina ___
Completion of all physical restoration, if needed ___
Functional abilities ___
Good manual dexterity; finger, hand, arm coordination ___
Ability to bend, stretch, lift items weighing up to 50 lbs. ___
Ability to work at steady pace 10 hours per day, 5 days per week ___
Mobility sufficient to travel independently and safely ___
Personal characteristics ___
Pleasant, mature and self-confident; well-adjusted and stable personality ___
Clean, neat, well-groomed personality ___
Ability to project a generally acceptable and favorable image of blindness to the public ___
Ability and willingness to relate well and work cooperatively with others ___
Waiver of requirements.
The SLA staff, in special cases and after consultation with the committee of licensed managers, may waive any requirements except those required by statute. Waivers must be approved prior to acceptance into the training program.
N.M. Admin. Code § 9.4.7.12