University of ColoradoTransportation Center

Bus Driver's Handbook

Introduction

This handbook was devised to aid in your training as a driver for the University of Colorado Transportation Center. It is absolutely necessary that you familiarize yourself with this handbook. This book is one of many facets of your training and you will be expected to know it thoroughly before you can receive full drivers pay and are certified to drive for the TC. You must also pass an open book test on FMCSR (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations) information. How well you perform your duties, in a large part, determines how much business the TC gets and how many hours you receive. Thus, skillful vehicle operation, a clean, safe bus and a positive driver attitude all convey the professionalism necessary to satisfy our customers and increase our business. Knowledge of this book will help you reach these goals.

Table of Contents

I. Emergency Operating Procedures

Accident Reporting

Emergency Phone Numbers

II. Trouble Shooting

 

III. Routine Operating Procedures

Paperwork

Weekend/After Hours

Pre-Trip

Adding Fluids

Start Up/Shut Down

Fueling

Post-Trip

Wil Vil

Travel Time

DIA

Mountain Driving

IV. Unique Features of Vehicles

Retarders

Transits

24-Passenger Vans

V. TC Policies

Mission Statement

Drug and Alcohol Policy

Driver Requirements

Special Policies

Bus Rules

Scheduling

Pay Procedure

Radios

Customer Relations

Driver Evaluations

Disciplinary Actions

VI. Sample Forms

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Last updated on 8/28/96.