Every person before becoming an exempt bus operator, shall apply for a license authorizing the person to engage in business as an exempt bus operator. A license shall be issued only to a person who is an exempt bus operator as defined in Section 60040. It is unlawful for any person to be an exempt bus operator without first securing a license.

Application shall be made on forms to be prescribed, prepared, and furnished by the board.

Before granting a license authorizing a person to engage in business as an exempt bus operator, the board may require the person to file with the board security pursuant to Section 60401. The license issued to any exempt bus operator is not transferable and is valid until canceled or revoked.