Important

Notes for Taxi

Drivers
 Essential Skills
1. Patience
2. Good grasp of the English language
3. Great memory
4. Staying composed with drunken passengers
5. Good with numbers
Driver Conduct and Appearance
• Abide all laws and regulations
• Be courteous and helpful.
• Have respect for airport and hotel’s property
• Should be neatly dressed
• Have a good working knowledge of major routes
and destinations,
• Follow any direction or route chosen by the
passenger
• Must ensure lost property left in taxis is handed
back to the owner
• Must never engage in activity which may
negatively influence public perception of the city
and the country
• Offer reasonable assistance with luggage.
Vehicle & Equipment Standards
• The vehicle should be clean and roadworthy.
• The luggage compartments of the vehicle must be empty
• Vehicles must be maintained to meet all legislative
requirements
• Check for first aid kit and safety vest
• Check fire extinguisher
• Check seat belts
Safe Driving and Fatigue Management
• Plan the journey ahead
• Do not drive long shifts
• Make sure you have a regular sleeping pattern
• Take regular breaks
• Be aware of your body’s warning signs ie heavy eyelids, lack of
concentration, etc.
• Have at least one day a week break
• Remain hydrated
VEHICLE SECURITY
• Always lock your vehicle
• Never place items of value in your vehicle and leave it
unattended.
Provide Information
• Attractions
• Events and festivals
• Shopping centers
• Accommodation
• Ancillary services
• Conference centers
• Many more….