Transporting Pupils Sample Clauses
Transporting Pupils. ‘Staff should not offer lifts to pupils unless the need for this has been agreed by the Head. . . [and there should be] . . . at least one adult additional to the driver acting as an escort.’ Drivers of the minibus will have a valid driving licence and this will be in-line with Derby City procedure. (School Business Manager will provide a list of approved drivers.)
Transporting Pupils. 12.1 In certain circumstances it may be appropriate for staff to transport pupils/students offsite, for example sports fixtures, swimming lessons or other out of Circles Alternative Education Ltd activities. A designated member of staff should be appointed to plan and provide oversight of all transport arrangements and to respond to any difficulties that may arise.
12.2 Staff should ensure that the transport arrangements and the vehicle meet all legal requirements. Staff should ensure that the driver has the appropriate license for the vehicle, that the vehicle is roadworthy, has a valid MOT certificate and is appropriately insured and that the maximum capacity is not exceeded.
12.3 Staff should ensure that the driver is not distracted while the vehicle is in motion for any reason other than an emergency and should also ensure all passengers are wearing correctly fastened seatbelts. Staff should never transport pupils/students while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
12.4 Prior to transporting pupils offsite consent must be obtained from pupil/students’ parent/guardian and staff should be aware that the safety and welfare of the pupils/students is their responsibility until this is safely passed back to their parent/carer.
Transporting Pupils. No unit member shall be required to transport pupils in his/her personal vehicle.