Minibus Collection Form
Please fill out this minibus collection form after key collection and before departure.

Before starting your hire you MUST check the condition of the vehicle and submit this form to ensure that there are no damages to or issues with the vehicle that Student Activities are not already aware of.

If you are not satisfied with the condition of the minibus beforehand and don’t complete this form, then you as the driver could be charged for existing damages to or issues with the minibus (details on this can be found in the Minibus Drivers Handbook).

If you feel that the condition of the vehicle is unsatisfactory and a danger to drive, please phone 01895 269 269 or go in to the Union reception, and do not set off in the vehicle.

If we feel that the condition of the minibus warrants keeping the vehicle off the road, we will let you know.
  • Email address of the driver who collected the keys and checked the minibus
  • e.g. club/society name, university department name, union department name
  • You must provide the names of everyone who is likely to drive the minibus.
  • You must submit a photo of the mileage, which is displayed on the dashboard when you put the key in the ignition.
  • You must submit a photo of the mileage, which is displayed on the dashboard when you start the vehicle.
  • Minibus Checklist

    Please check the following items and ensure they are at a good level/in working condition and check any damage:

    Oil level
    AdBlue level
    Washer fluid
    Tyre tread & pressure
    Front & back windscreen
    Windows
    All lights
    Doors
    Mirrors
    Safe driving position/driving seat
    Seat belts
    Instrument panel warning lights
    Wipers/washers
    Brakes
    Bodywork damage
    Interior damage
    Vehicle cleanliness inside & out

    Do not drive the minibus if:
    Windscreen is severely cracked or vision is obscured
    Doors are not working properly
    Lights are not in working order
    There's a brake warning on instrument panel warning lights
    Brakes are not working properly
    Engine management light is on
  • Inventory checklist

    Please check the following items and ensure they are in the minibus before departure:

    Community Transport Association Permit
    Minibus Drivers Handbook
    De-Icer
    Ice Scraper
    First Aid Kit (Plasters, Scissors, Tweezers, Triangular Bandage, Multifunction Blade, Adhesive Bandage, Cotton Swabs, PBT Bandage, Safety Pins, Foil Blanket)
    Jumper Cable (500A/2.5m)
    Tow Rope (3m)
    Reflective Warning Triangle
    LED Flashlight
    2 in 1 Window Breaker
    Seatbelt Cutter
    Flashing Light
    Warning Triangle
    Hi-visibility Safety Vest
    Gloves
    Electrical Tape
    Whistle
    Tire Pressure Gauge
    Screwdriver
    Raincoat
    Storage Bag
  • By signing this form, you are confirming that you have checked the minibus before use and that all of the information you have provided is true.