AYNES COACHES LIMITED RISK ASSESSMENT FOR TRANSPORTATION OF CHILDREN / STUDENTS
| Abbreviations; Likelihood of Occurrence L = Low, M = Medium, H = High.
Consequence m = Minor Injury, M = Major Injury, F = Fatal |
| Activity /
Process |
Location | Risk
Identified |
People
at Risk |
Likelihood | Consequence | Control Measures | Notes |
| Transport to/from
destination |
Breakdown | Hypothermia when
stranded |
All | M | F | In poor weather ensure warm clothing is on board | |
| Transport to/from
destination |
Hired Coaches | Malfunction of
unroadworthy vehicles |
All & other drivers | L | m-F | Use reputable firm with PCV operator’s license | |
| Transport to/from
destination |
School Transport | Malfunction of
unroadworthy vehicles |
All & other drivers | M | m-F | Ensure MOT, servicing, periodic checks & drivers checks completed | |
| Transport to/from
destination |
Rest Stops | Passengers left behind | All except driver | Full head counts before moving off | |||
| Transport to/from
destination |
Embarking/
Disembarking |
Hit by passing car | All | H | m-F | 1. Choose sensible site to load / unload
2. Staff to disembark 1st & supervise students. |
|
| Transport to/from
destination
|
On-route | Illness or injury | All | L | m- | 1. Stay with casualty. Ensure safety of group.
2. Carry contact no’s, medical & consent forms |
Minimum 2 Pax needed
Always confirm identity of person |
| Transport to/from
Destination |
On-route | Misbehavior
distracting drivers, objects falling from vehicle |
All & other drivers | M | m-F | 1. Keep passengers occupied
2. 2 Staff per vehicle minimum (1 at back of vehicle) |
Only if vehicle safe to move
In addition to coach driver |
| Transport to/from
destination |
Refueling | Fire, lost passengers | All | M | m-F | Coach should refuel when all passengers are not onboard / at venue | Ensure coach is fully fueled for the trip prior to collecting group |
| Abbreviations; Likelihood of Occurrence L = Low, M = Medium, H = High.
Consequence m = Minor Injury, M = Major Injury, F = Fatal |
| Activity /
Process |
Location | Risk
Identified |
People
at Risk |
Likelihood | Consequence | Control Measures | Notes |
| Transport to/from
destination |
All vehicles | Traffic Accident | All drivers | M | F | 1. All passengers to have and use a seatbelt. (lap belt min)
2. Luggage to be stored securely in adequate lockers. 3. Aisle & exits to be kept clear. Doors secure but unlocked. 4. All drivers to have adequate rests & breaks. (Teachers need a break before driving) 5. Comply with highway code. |
|
| Transport to/from
destination |
Breaking down on motorway | Collision from passing vehicles | All drivers | H | F | 1. Nurse vehicle to slip road if possible.
2. Evacuate carefully to behind crash barrier & up slopes and supervise 3. Get location of marker post |
Only if vehicle safe to move
Place warning triangles. Always be vigilant of oncoming traffic |
| Transport to/from
Destination |
Breakdown on non motorway | Collision from passing vehicles | All drivers | M | F | 1. Nurse vehicle to slip road if possible
2. In a coach; Move passengers forward. In cars; consider evacuating to a safe spot 3. Use hazard lights or flashing amber torch & position warning triangle(s) 4. Use mobile phone for help if possible. |
Only if vehicle safe to move
DO NOT shine bright white towards oncoming vehicles. Carry breakdown service number and office/emergency numbers. |
