15 Passenger Vans - Boy Scouts of America

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15 Passenger Vans

Ple a se d ire c t a ny q ue stio ns re la te d to this info rm a tio n to the Bo y Sc o uts o r to :

Beth Riley | p: 303-831-5143 e: beth.riley@ Marxy Zahn | p: 303-831-5212 e: marxy.zahn@

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Guide to Safe Scouting -- Transportation

Use commercial transportation when possible Seat belts required for all occupants All drivers licensed and insured, at least 18 years old CDL required for vehicles with more than 15 occupants

(10 in CA) Do not travel in convoy Limit driving time to 10 hours

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Driver Qualifications ? 15 Passenger Vans

Drivers should be at least 21 (25 is preferred) Younger drivers may be acceptable if they have specific

experience operating a 15 passenger van Drivers should be trained on 15 passenger van operation

and safety Drivers should complete a road test to demonstrate

competency driving a van

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15 Passenger Van Characteristics

Substantially longer and wider than a car Reduced visibility to the sides and rear Requires more space and additional reliance on the side

mirrors for changing lanes Does not respond as safely to abrupt steering maneuvers Improper loading of passengers and cargo can affect

center of gravity and stability Requires additional braking time

- The more weight you have, the longer it takes to stop

- The higher the speed you are traveling, the longer it takes to stop

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15 Passenger Van Recommendations

If possible, limit the number of passengers to 10 and NEVER carry more than 15 passengers in a 15 passenger van

Load the van from the front to the rear keeping as much of the weight forward of the rear axle as possible

Do not carry objects on the roof of 15 passenger vans and keep cargo as low to the floor as possible

Vans should be operated by experienced drivers. Recommended minimum age of 21

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