My safety when travelling by bus, train or light rail is to:

• always stand well away from the kerb or edge of the platform when waiting
• stand clear of all doorways
• keep all parts of your body inside the bus, train or light rail
• wait till the bus, train or light rail has fully stopped before you get off.

Plan and practise walking routes:

• remove headphones and put all mobile devices away to focus on what’s happening around you
• wait till the bus, train or light rail has gone, then find a safe place to cross the road or
  tracks
• use pedestrian crossings, overpasses or underpasses, if available
• walk bikes, skateboards and scooters across pedestrian crossings and tracks
• look out before you step out.

My responsibilities as a passenger are to:

• stand back to let other passengers get off before I get on
• carry a valid travel pass and proof of entitlement when travelling on a student fare
• be courteous and respectable to others
• offer to give up my seat to others who need it
• be mindful of others - sit and speak quietly
• use headphones with your electronic devices
• keep belongings at my feet or on my lap
• speak to the driver only when the bus has stopped
• carry my school bag by the handles or put it on the floor.

Download the Safety on public transport pdf to share with your school community.