Instructions for Minibus Users

 

 

Booking the minibus

Please book through Derek Walker on 823342. We need to know who will be driving the minibus,  the Date and Time of collection, Date and approximate Time of return and where the minibus will be going. If you wish to use the minibus without some of the seats, please indicate this at the time of booking and they will be removed for you. Please do not attempt remove or refit the seats yourself.

 

 

Minibus Security

Before unlocking the minibus, press the Key Fob once to switch off the alarm. The alarm will bleep (and indicators flash) 3 times. When parking the minibus, please ensure all doors are locked(NOTE that the vehicle is not fitted with Central Locking) and that the steering arm lock is attached. Press the Key Fob once to set the alarm (one bleep and indicator flash).

 

Before driving the minibus

It is the drivers responsibility to perform the following before using the bus

Make sure that a start mileage is recorded on the Log sheets. These are kept in the folder either on the front seat or in the glove compartment. Check the tyres, fuel etc. and ensure that the windows are all cleared. There is an ice scraper and de-icer spray in the front of vehicle, along with a window cleaning squeegee (for external use) and a sponge chamois (for internal use only). Please do not remove these items from the vehicle.

 

Passengers

Check that all passengers have their seat belts securely fastened and ensure that children know how to adjust the ‘Generation’ clip adjustment on the belts, so that the diagonal strap is not at neck level.

 

Driving the Minibus

Be aware that this is a long wheel-based vehicle, and that extra care is needed when turning corners to ensure that you don’t hit the kerb. Also, please remember that the vehicle does not handle like a car, so bends should be approached with care. The advisory speeds limits are

                        50mph for ‘A’ roads            60mph for motorways and dual carriage ways

 

 

Re-Fuelling

Re-fuel only with diesel. The driver will be responsible for any damage caused by using the incorrect fuel. Please note that the cabin heater(see above) must be switched off before re-fuelling.

 

 

No Eating/Drinking on the Minibus

Whilst we don’t mind people eating sweets etc on the minibus, the general rule is that we do not want any food or drink consumed inside the minibus, and definitely NO CHIPS. This is to ensure our bus stays in good condition and doesn’t suffer from unpleasant odours!

 

Changes in Circumctances

Any changes in a drivers circumstances such as health or driving convictions must be notified to the Minibus Convenor before driving this bus. Failure to do so will mean you are not insured to drive this minibus