Staying safe onboard

Waiting for the bus or tram at the stop / station

• Let someone know when you’re leaving and what time you’re due to arrive
• Pay attention to your surroundings and be respectful of other people waiting with you
• If wearing headphones keep the volume low so you can hear the traffic and other things around you
• Keep your valuables out of sight, phones are a target for thieves
• Stick to well-lit areas where possible
• Stand away from the kerb or the edge of the platform
• Make sure the bus tram or train has stopped before boarding
• Make sure you have got enough money to get home if it’s a return journey

Onboard

• Don’t distract the driver
• Stay seated where possible, only stand if there are no seats but hold onto the handrail, don’t stand upstairs, on the stairs or to the side of the driver
• Place schoolbags, out of the way, don’t block any exits or aisles
• Keep any valuables out of sight, if you don’t need them, don’t take them
• Pay attention to the safety notices
• Take rubbish with you
• Don't put your feet on the seats
• No smoking, it is a fire hazard and illegal

Keep safe

• Try to sit near the driver
• If you are being harassed consider moving to another seat or closer to other passengers
• Report bullying to your parents or school, bullies can be banned from the bus
• Look up, you’ll probably spot the CCTV cameras which are recording all the time
• Make public transport safer for everyone by reporting incidents. Visit the Safety page for more information. 

Getting off safely

• Before leaving the tram or bus, look back to see if you have left behind any valuables 
• Stand clear of doors when they are closing
• Cross the road at a pedestrian crossing, wait for the bus to leave before you cross. If there is not a crossing nearby, cross the road where you have a clear view of all traffic.
• Give crossing the road 100% of your attention, texting or listening to music will distract you
• If you need to cross a railway track, use a crossing!
• Keep your ticket, you might need the information if you lose something