Vehicle
- Tyres and wheel nuts
- Lights and indicators
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors
- Leaks
- Brakes and steering
Passenger safety
- Seat belts working at every seat
- Passenger doors open, close and lock
- Emergency exits and release marked and clear
- Wheelchair lift and restraints working (if fitted)
- First aid kit and fire extinguisher present
- Interior lights and clean floor, no loose items
Paperwork
- Licence and any required permits
- Passenger list or booking sheet
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This is a general checklist. Add anything your manufacturer's handbook, site rules or operator licence requires.
Questions
Are there extra rules for minibuses?
Yes. Rules vary depending on use, seats and driver licence category. Check GOV.UK and consider training such as MiDAS.
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