About this Checklist
If your ministry owns or operates vehicles, it’s important to develop a strict driver eligibility policy. The following questions can help you screen driving candidates.
Does each driver hold a valid state driver’s license?
Does each person who drives a bus or large van (16+ people) hold a valid commercial driver’s license in accordance with applicable state laws?
Do you avoid using drivers under age 21?
Do you obtain candidates’ driving records and insurance coverage information?
Do you avoid using drivers who have reckless driving citations or multiple moving violations?
Do you train drivers on backing up, loading/unloading passengers, handling breakdowns, evacuation, passenger behavior, refueling, and conducting safety checks?
Do you have written proof that drivers have received behind-the wheel training and practice handling large vans or buses?
Do you have at least one primary qualified driver for each vehicle your ministry owns?
Do you keep a list of all approved, trained drivers?
Do you avoid putting people who are not on your drivers’ list behind the wheel?
Posted 2022
This is a sample document only. Your organization is responsible for compliance with all applicable laws. Accordingly, this checklist should not be used or adopted by your organization without first being reviewed and approved by a licensed attorney in your state. Brotherhood Mutual Insurance Company assumes no liability in the preparation and distribution of this checklist.
