Driver NAME:   ………………………………….
Driver safety checklist 	Y 	N  
•	Has the driver’s driving licence been checked in the last twelve months? 		    
•	If not, will it be checked before they are allowed to use the vehicle 
(in case of disqualification)? 		    
•	Has the driver been told that it’s their responsibility to familiarise 
themselves with the vehicle before using it for the first time? 		  
•	Has the driver been reminded of the importance of making basic 
vehicle checks before beginning their journey? 		   
•	Has the driver been instructed to report any vehicle defects that 
they may find? 		  
•	Has the driver been instructed not to use a hand-held mobile phone 
whilst driving? 		  
•	Is the driver aware of the legal penalties of using a hand-held mobile 
phone whilst driving? 		  
•	Does the driver understand that driving while under the influence of alcohol 
or non prescribed drugs is forbidden ? 		  
•	Has the driver been instructed to report details of any accident that                                                             they may be involved in to the Programmes Operations manager? 		  
•	Has the driver been instructed on their legal responsibilities in the 
event of an accident? 		   
•	Has the driver been instructed on what to do if they break down? 		  
• Does the driver understand that they must be able to satisfy the eyesight 
   requirements of the Highway Code?  		
• Does the driver understand that they should not drive while taking a course                                    of medicine that might impair their judgement ? 		
                                                            
• Does the driver recognize the importance of taking regular breaks on longer                             journeys to prevent tiredness?  (Highway Code recommends 15 min. every 2 hrs.)  	         
• Does the driver understand that they must immediately inform the YMCA of any changes              to their circumstances that may affect their insurance risk or their ability to drive This may            include medication, fixed penalty fines/licence points or prosecutions for driving offences.         

Driver:		Date: 	

YMCA Manager:		Date: 	

Note: This checklist must be reviewed on each hire to non-YMCA staff.