1. 12 Passenger Van Safety Training
Carol P. McMillin, EHS/Risk Manager
Ursinus College

2. Agenda Fleet Safety Policy 12-passenger van safety
Avoidance of accidents
What to do in the event of an accident
Paperwork

3. Fleet Safety Policy College Requirements
Current valid driver’s license
Pass the motor vehicle record review
Review of driving record – 5-7 business days
Notified via – approved or not eligible
For 12 passenger vans, your driving record will be reviewed annually.
At least 6 years driving experience and 24 years old
Complete 12-passenger van specific training

4. Fleet Safety Policy In eligible to drive if you had the following:
3 or more moving violations and/or accidents in the most recent 3 years
2 or more moving violations and/or accidents in the most recent year
A “major conviction” within the last 5 years. “Major conviction” include:
Driving while intoxicated or ‘under the influence (DWI or DUI)
Leaving the scene of an accident
Careless or reckless driving violations
Homicide or assault through use of a motor vehicle
Attempting to elude a police officer
Drivers who have a suspended or revoked license or those
who have had 3 or more license suspensions in the past

5. 12-Passenger Van Safety General Safety Rules
Familiarize yourself with the controls and adjust mirrors, seat, etc.
Check tires to ensure inflated to proper pressure – improperly inflated tires and tread wear can lead to handling problems 0r a blowout
No alcohol, drugs or tobacco consumed by any person in van (before or during use)
No more passengers than seatbelts
Adhere to all traffic laws - tickets, parking fees,
and tolls are users responsibility
All occupants must wear seatbelts
Drivers – use of electronics and headphones prohibited
Improperly inflated tires and tread wear can lead to handling problems or a blowout.

6. 12-Passenger Van Safety
View the “Defensive Driving 15-Passenger Vans” DVD  
(Note: Make sure that you have the allotted time to view this DVD completely – minutes)

7. 12-Passenger Van Safety 12 passenger van specific operating rules
Front seat passenger must act as an assistant – navigation, radio handling, passenger needs, or cell phone use
Driver fatigue
Never drive if tired
If driving time exceeds 3 hours – two authorized drivers required
Vehicle loading
Roof- top loads or luggage prohibited
In-vehicle luggage and equipment prohibited above seat level
Maintain safe speed and distance for road conditions – your speed and distance will be different from a regular sized passenger vehicle

8. 12-Passenger Van Safety
Rollovers – more likely to occur in 12-passenger vans due to
Center of Gravity – moves upward and toward rear of van as the number of passengers increase making handling different than cars
Speed and Road Conditions – increase with speeds over
50 mph and on curved roads
Improper Loading – the more people, luggage, and equipment, the greater the risk of rollover
No luggage or equipment on top of van
No luggage or equipment above seat height
Do no block driver’s view with luggage
or equipment

9. 12-Passenger Van Safety Breakdowns – what do I do?
If and when safe to do so, move the vehicle to the side of the road
Turn on your emergency flashers and interior lights
Call the rental company for assistance

10. 12-Passenger Van Safety Accidents
If and when safe to do, move the vehicle to the side of the road. Turn on your flashers and interior lights.
Call 911 to report the accident and request emergency assistance
Call the rental company for assistance
Take pictures. Obtain insurance, registration, and driver’s information
Provide Facilities phone number as contact number

11. Summary Must be registered and approved to drive 12-passenger vans
Always check van for safety issues before departing
Adjust mirrors and seat prior to first use of van
Follow the safe operating procedures
Drive defensively to avoid rollovers
Report all accidents to your department head or designee

12. You are almost finished!
Read the “Van Use Summary and Acknowledgement Sheet”, sign it and give it to your department head or designee .

13. Questions?
If you have any questions about this training or the policy, please Carol McMillin, EH&S/Risk Manager at