About this Checklist

Owning buses and vans gives your ministry the ability to transport people wherever and whenever you want. But before you do, ask the following questions:

1. Do you have a written policy that addresses such issues as vehicle usage rules, driver eligibility, storage, and security?

2. Do you limit vehicle use to official business or ministry activities?

3. Do your buses and vans contain every warning and safety device required by state codes?

4. Do you document all repair and maintenance work performed on each vehicle?

5. Are all vehicles inspected regularly and maintained by a qualified mechanic?

6. Do all drivers perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, noting any mechanical problems?

7. Do you require all drivers and passengers to wear seatbelts?

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.