Bus Passenger Counting & Load Management Audit Checklist - Public Transit

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Automated Passenger Counting System (APCS) Functionality

1 of 10

Assess the operation and accuracy of the automated passenger counting system, if installed.

APCS Accuracy Rate (%)

Last APCS System Sync Time

APCS System Status

Number of Malfunctioning Sensors

Last Calibration Date

Description of any Errors/Issues

Data Transmission Method

Manual Passenger Counting Procedures

2 of 10

Evaluate the effectiveness of manual passenger counting methods when automated systems are unavailable or being used in conjunction.

Estimated Passengers Boarding (First 5 Minutes)

Estimated Passengers Alighting (First 5 Minutes)

Method Used for Passenger Count (e.g., Visual Estimation, Tally Counter)

Details of 'Other' Counting Method (If Selected)

Time of Passenger Count

Notes/Observations about Manual Count

Did count match APCS Data (if applicable)?

Driver Load Management Practices

3 of 10

Observe and document driver adherence to load limits and safety protocols during boarding and alighting.

Observed Passenger Count (Boarding)

Maximum Permitted Passenger Capacity

Did Driver Adhere to Load Limits?

Driver Comments on Load Conditions

Were Passengers Properly Instructed?

Time of Observation

Details of any Overcrowding Issues

Passenger Information & Announcements

4 of 10

Review the clarity and timeliness of passenger announcements regarding capacity and service disruptions.

Clarity of Announcements (Capacity)

Timeliness of Announcements (Service Disruptions)

Number of Announcements Regarding Capacity in Last Hour

Language Options Available (If Applicable)

Time of Last Capacity Announcement

Notes on Effectiveness of Announcements

Security & Crowd Control

5 of 10

Assess the implementation of security measures to prevent overcrowding and ensure passenger safety at stops and stations.

Observed Passenger Density at Peak Times

Presence of Crowd Control Barriers/Fencing?

Effectiveness of Staff Presence for Crowd Management

Notes on Staff Interaction with Passengers (Crowd Management)

Location of Recurring Crowd Control Issues (if any)

Date of Last Crowd Control Incident (if applicable)

Detailed Observations Regarding Crowd Behavior and Potential Risks

Real-Time Passenger Data Reporting

6 of 10

Evaluate the accuracy and timeliness of passenger load data reported to central control or relevant departments.

Reporting Interval (minutes)

Average Passenger Count Reported

Reporting Accuracy (%)

Reporting System Used

Last Data Transmission Date

Last Data Transmission Time

Notes on Data Transmission Issues (if any)

Equipment Maintenance & Calibration

7 of 10

Verify the scheduled maintenance and calibration of passenger counting equipment, including any electronic components.

Last Calibration Date

Calibration Counter Reading

Calibration Start Time

Infrared Sensor Accuracy (%),

Calibration Method Used

Calibration Certificate/Report (Optional)

Notes/Observations during Calibration

Compliance with Regulations

8 of 10

Ensure adherence to local and regional regulations concerning passenger load limits and safety standards.

Maximum Passenger Capacity (as per regulation)

Relevant Regulatory Body

Summary of Applicable Regulations

Date of Last Regulatory Review

Regulations Currently in Effect (Select all that apply)

Copy of Current Regulatory Documents

Incident Reporting & Review

9 of 10

Assess the process for reporting and reviewing incidents related to passenger load issues or overcrowding.

Date of Incident

Time of Incident

Detailed Description of Incident

Estimated Number of Passengers Involved

Severity Level (e.g., Minor, Moderate, Major)

Contributing Factors (Select all that apply)

Actions Taken to Mitigate Situation

Supporting Documentation (Photos, Videos, etc.)

Incident Location (GPS Coordinates)

Recommendations for Preventative Measures

Staff Training and Awareness

10 of 10

Evaluate the extent of training provided to drivers and other relevant staff on passenger counting and load management procedures.

Has driver received initial passenger counting training?

Date of last passenger counting refresher training

Number of staff trained on passenger counting procedures

Topics covered in passenger counting training:

Briefly describe the content of the staff training program.

Are visual aids (posters, videos) used to reinforce passenger counting best practices?

Upload copy of training materials (e.g., manual, presentation)

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