MU EHS requires all drivers of traditional* 12- and 15-passenger vans attend training specific to driving vans. Front passengers should remain awake to help keep the driver alert during all shifts. Driving through the night is not permitted.The maximum driving day with three drivers should not exceed 18 hours. We recommend a maximum driving shift of two hours, with no driver taking more than three shifts. For long distance trips, drivers should rotate every two hours.Luggage and gear should be stored in the vehicle (with a limit of ten passengers, there will be more storage area, however the rear window should not be blocked by luggage). There should be no roof racks or trailer hitches on the vehicles.All drivers should be a University of Missouri employee or recognized volunteer. No driver younger than 21 should be allowed to drive.In most of the van accidents reported, speed was a contributing factor. Limit Speed to 65 MPH (slower during various conditions).Use properly sized tires and check for proper inflation before each trip.The NHTSA indicates that you can reduce your chance of being killed in a rollover by about 75% just by wearing a seat belt. Vehicle operators should assure that all their passengers are wearing their seat belts.The NHSTA report noted that vans with more than 10 people had a higher rollover rate. The back seat must be removed to facilitate this requirement.
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