Bus Stop Signage & Information Audit Checklist - Public Transit

Ensure passengers find their way with ease! This Bus Stop Signage & Information Audit Checklist helps you identify and rectify confusing or missing signage, boosting accessibility and enhancing the public transit experience. Download now and keep your routes clear!

This Template was installed 4 times.

General Stop Assessment

1 of 10

Initial observations of the stop's overall condition and suitability.

GPS Coordinates of Bus Stop

Stop ID (if applicable)

Neighborhood/Area Description

Overall Impression/Notes

Surrounding Environment (e.g., residential, commercial, industrial)

Pedestrian Traffic Volume (Estimate)

Date of Assessment

Signage Presence & Condition

2 of 10

Evaluation of all signage elements: route information, schedules, accessibility information, and regulatory notices.

Route Number Sign Present?

Destination Sign Present?

Schedule Sign Present?

Accessibility Signage Present?

Sign Condition Rating (1-5, 1=Poor, 5=Excellent)

Notes on Signage Condition (Damage, Fading, etc.)

Upload Photo of Signage (if damaged)

Route Information Accuracy

3 of 10

Verification of route numbers and destinations displayed on signage.

Route Number Verification

Destination Verification

Route Number (If applicable)

Destination (If applicable)

Route Variation Displayed

Schedule Information Clarity

4 of 10

Assessment of the readability and accuracy of posted schedules.

Schedule Legibility (Font Size)

Schedule Layout

Date Format Consistency

Font Size (pts)

Notes on Schedule Clarity

Is Real-Time Information Displayed?

Accessibility Features

5 of 10

Evaluation of accessible infrastructure: ramps, tactile paving, seating, and signage for visually impaired individuals.

Ramp Gradient (%)

Tactile Paving Present?

Seating Height (cm)

Accessible Signage Present?

Location of Tactile Paving (if present)

Comments on Accessibility

Safety & Security

6 of 10

Check for adequate lighting, security cameras, and emergency contact information.

GPS Location of Bus Stop

Lighting Level (lux)

Security Features Present

Distance to Nearest Safe Refuge (meters)

Description of Any Safety Concerns

Date of Last Security Inspection

Cleanliness & Maintenance

7 of 10

Assessment of the stop's cleanliness and overall maintenance.

Litter Count (estimate)

Graffiti Present?

Vandalism Present?

Last Cleaning Date

Notes on condition/repairs needed

Shelter Condition?

Information Updates

8 of 10

Verification of the currency of all posted information.

Last Schedule Update Date

Last Route Change Implementation Date

Update Source Verification

Frequency of Schedule Updates (days)

Time of Last Schedule Verification

Verification Method

Community Information

9 of 10

Assessment of any community or local information displayed (if applicable).

Community Bulletin Board Notes

Local Business Flyers Present?

Advertisements Displayed (select all that apply)

Photograph of Community Information Display

Date of Last Information Update (if applicable)

Overall Stop Quality

10 of 10

Subjective assessment of the user experience at the bus stop.

Overall Stop Rating (1-5)

Describe any factors influencing the rating.

Select all applicable improvements needed.

Would you recommend this bus stop for future users?

Exact Location of Stop (GPS)

Inspector Signature

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