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Transport & Minibus Risk Assessment Template

The complete guide to creating professional transport risk assessments.

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Free to use Updated February 2026

In This Guide

1 Introduction2 Hazards3 Checklist

The essential guide to transport safety

Transporting young people requires careful planning including driver checks, vehicle maintenance, and journey management. This guide covers minibus, coach, and private car transport.

Vehicle safety check
Scouting Activity
Scouting Activity
Risk Identification

Key hazards & control measures

Vehicle CollisionHigh Risk
Control Measures
  • Qualified, licensed drivers only
  • Vehicle serviced and MOT current
  • All passengers wear seatbelts
  • Driver fatigue management
Vehicle BreakdownMedium Risk
Control Measures
  • Pre-journey vehicle checks
  • Breakdown cover in place
  • Emergency contact numbers
  • Hi-vis vests and warning triangle
Passenger SafetyMedium Risk
Control Measures
  • Appropriate seating and restraints
  • Behaviour expectations clear
  • Supervision during travel
  • Safe drop-off procedures

This guide covers the most common hazards. Our risk assessment wizard includes 19 hazards and 54+ control measures for Transport & Minibus, sourced from industry guidance — create your assessment in minutes.

Safety Checklist

Transport checklist

Vehicle

  • MOT current
  • Insurance valid
  • Fuel adequate
  • Pre-checks done

Driver

  • License valid
  • Fit to drive
  • Route planned
  • Breaks scheduled

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