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Cab drivers have a union that provides them with services most importantly proper liabilities and damages insurance.

They are also provided benefits through the union such as health insurance and pensions.

Cab licenses are also regulated to ensure that the driver is fit to ferry passengers, some countries even require them to pass a CPR / emergency treatment courses.

The local regulations also ensure that the vehicle that is used is road worthy even in places that do not require a yearly checkup for all vehicles.