Other Auto

Guidelines for Use of Vehicles Owned by Employees or Volunteers

Minimize Transportation Services! Provide transportation only when absolutely necessary.

Drivers should be over 25 and under 70 years of age. All drivers should be screened carefully. Age and health as well as physical and mental condition should be considered.
Drivers should have a valid, unrestricted driver's license and a "clean" driving record for the past three years (no at fault accidents; no convictions for: speeding, reckless driving, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, leaving the scene of an accident or other similarly serious offenses; and no more than one moving violation).
It is recommended that drivers carry liability insurance on the vehicle to be used of not less that $500,000 per person/$500,000 per accident limit of liability for bodily injury and property damage. Higher limits are encouraged when transportating people on the church's behalf.
One seat belt should be provided for and used by each passenger.
No one should ride in the bed of pick-up trucks.
Motorcycles should not be used.

Sample Forms

-	Driver safety Policy -Sample 1
-	Driver safety Policy -Sample 2

Disclaimer

Please recognize that this material is limited in scope and does not apply in every case or circumstance. While the concepts discussed here have been successful in preventing losses and reducing the size of losses for those using them, there is no guarantee that adhering to the advice in this manual or any part of it will impact any loss, loss exposure or insurance premium in any direct way. It consists of general guidelines or suggestions, rather than specific advice, does not replace or supersede any legal requirements and should not be considered as legal guidance.

Because it is necessary to apply principles or concepts to specific facts, always consult legal counsel before using this material as the basis for specific action or adopting any of the guidelines or suggestions as policy.