Faith Bus Usage Terms and Conditions

Parents/Carers please could read and discuss these rules with your child.

• I am aware that the cost of the College bus is calculated and billed on a per Term basis regardless of how often my student uses this service. Failure to pay this fee may jeopardise my student’s place on the bus.
• I am aware that if I wish to change the agreed pick up/drop off location, I will need to notify the College via the TransportMe App. This is not done via the driver.
• I understand that this agreement is for the use of the bus on one (1) designated run. Any variation to this will need to be negotiated with the College.
• I am aware that if I wish to stop using this service, I will need to notify the College in writing, in advance to accountsreceivable@faithlcs.qld.edu.au

Parents/Carers

1. The behaviour of passengers is primarily the responsibility of parents/carers. Accordingly, parents/carers should ensure their student(s) are aware of the Code of Conduct for travel on buses.
2. A passenger will be dropped off at their usual point, unless the change has been notified via the TransportMe app.
3. The afternoon bus leaves Faith College at 3.00pm. Students have ample time to go to the toilet and have a drink beforehand. Faith Buses are not responsible for passengers who miss their bus.
4. Parents/guardians will be liable for cost of repairs if passengers vandalise seats or any part of the bus.
5. Passengers are not to eat or drink on buses.
6. Passengers travelling on the bus are expected to do as the Bus Driver requests.  Any discipline problems will be addressed under the Code of Conduct procedures.
    

Passengers (Students)

1. Students must have their student ID card ready when boarding the bus and are required to tap on when they enter, and tap off when they disembark.
2. Obey the Bus Driver’s instructions at all times
3. Wait at your pickup point, in clear view, five minutes before the pickup time. The Bus will not wait for late passengers.
4. On the bus carry your bag in front of you and put your bag under the seat.
5. Computer and other games stay in your bag.
6. Sit correctly in your seat, no standing, kneeling, slouching or facing backwards.
7. Always wear your seatbelt.
8. Do not put any part of your body or any belongings out the window.
9. Wait until the bus stops completely before you leave your seat.
10. Take your rubbish with you when you leave the bus.
11. If your seat, or any part of the bus is vandalised, your parent/carer or yourself will be liable for the cost of repairs.
12. Yelling, shouting or foul language will not be tolerated.
13. No eating on the bus. During hot weather, passengers are allowed to carry water containers. Please note these are to contain water only: no cordial, juice etc.
14. Your driver has the responsibility not only to drive the bus safely but to keep the passengers in order. Failure to obey the driver or disregard the rules may result in you being suspended or banned from the bus for a period of time. Any discipline problems will be addressed under the Code of Conduct procedures.