About this template
Ensuring passenger safety and operational excellence is critical for transportation providers and school districts. This Bus Driver Evaluation template provides a structured, professional way to assess driver performance during ride-alongs. By standardizing the evaluation process, supervisors can consistently monitor driving habits, adherence to scheduled routes, and overall safety protocols.
Designed for ease of use, this form allows evaluators to quickly record specific route details, vehicle identification, and driver information. The assessment section includes a comprehensive checklist of core driving skills, enabling managers to identify strengths and pinpoint areas requiring additional training. Whether you are conducting routine quality checks or performance reviews, this template helps you maintain high safety standards and keep detailed records for your organization.
Key features
- Standardized checklist for consistent driver assessment.
- Capture route details and vehicle identification data.
- Easily rate driving skills and safety compliance.
- Includes dedicated space for constructive feedback.
- Mobile-friendly design for on-the-go evaluations.
Use cases
- Routine safety ride-alongs for school bus drivers.
- Performance reviews for public transit operators.
- New hire onboarding and competency assessments.
- Documenting driver adherence to fixed-route schedules.
What this form collects
- Evaluator Name (Short answer)Enter the name of the supervisor or staff member conducting the evaluation.
- Driver Name (Short answer)Enter the full name of the driver being evaluated.
- Date and Time of Evaluation (Date)Select the date the ride-along took place.
- Route ID / Name (Short answer)Specify the route or bus line being evaluated.
- Bus/Vehicle Number (Short answer)Enter the identification number of the vehicle used.
- Adherence to Traffic Laws (Linear scale)Does the driver follow all stop signs, speed limits, and traffic signals?
- Passenger Safety & Courtesy (Linear scale)Does the driver ensure passengers are seated before moving and treat them respectfully?
- Route Adherence (Linear scale)Does the driver follow the designated route and stops accurately?
- Vehicle Handling (Linear scale)Smoothness of acceleration, braking, and turning.
- Overall Assessment (Paragraph)Provide any additional comments, observations, or areas for improvement.
FAQ
How can I use this form for recurring evaluations?
Once you copy this template to your Google Drive, you can reuse it for every ride-along. Each submission will be saved to a linked Google Sheet, allowing you to track a driver's progress over time.
Can I customize the driving skills checklist?
Yes. Since this is a standard Google Form, you can easily add, remove, or rename any of the skill items to better match your specific company safety protocols.
Is this form suitable for mobile use?
Absolutely. Google Forms are responsive, meaning your supervisors can open the link on a tablet or smartphone while on the bus to complete the evaluation in real-time.
How do I share the results with the driver?
You can export the form responses to a PDF or share the summary view with the driver during their performance review meeting to discuss the findings.
Get this form in your Google Drive
Save a copy to your Google Drive with one click (uses 1 credit). Or build from a PDF or description in the app.