Safety Tips

In order to ensure you have a pleasant and safe trip with Victoria Transit, please:

•  Do not cross in front of or behind the bus.
•  Use traffic lights and crosswalks when possible.
•  Traffic does not stop for transit buses.

•  Do not stand in front of the white line on any transit bus.

•  Reserve front seats for seniors and passengers with mobility impairments.

•  Remain seated until the bus has completely stopped.

•  Watch your step while entering or exiting the bus. Use handrails when provided.

•  Do not enter or exit the bus with a child in a stroller.

•  Keep baggage to a minimum and out of the aisle.

•  Secure personal belongings.

•  Do not stand while holding packages or babies.

•  Do not talk to the driver while the bus is in motion.

•  Never yell at the driver to stop the bus. Use the "Stop Requested" cord.

•  Do not stand on the edge of the curb while waiting for the bus.

•  Shoes and shirts are required.

•  No food, drink or smoking allowed on transit buses.

•  Caution: Sleeping passengers may be injured by unexpected movements of the bus.

•  Passenger stops are only permitted at designated locations.
  •  Passenger stops are not permitted in construction zones.

•  Use handrails at all times as the bus may be required to stop quickly. Please do not swing from handrails.

•  Weapons, explosives, car batteries, flammable liquids, and other hazardous materials are not permitted on the bus.

•  Do not sit or stand in the stairwell.

•  Passengers 15 years of age and under must wear a seatbelt at all times.

•  Infants/children must be in car seats at all times.