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Transport Plan TemplateCOVID Safe Transport of Quarantined PersonsQueensland Government’s Public Health Directions require that quarantining persons are moved to and from a nominated quarantine premises by dedicated modes of transport. For example, to and from a quarantine hotel, home residence or between marine vessels.
In certain circumstances, quarantined persons must travel with a transport provider endorsed by a government authority, with a Transport Plan in the form approved by the Chief Health Officer. To fulfill this requirement, transport providers must develop a Transport Plan using this template and seek endorsement to operate from the Department of Transport and Main Roads (DTMR).
Transport PlanThe purpose of the Transport Plan is to document the practices that will be applied by transport providers to keep themselves and the community ‘COVID safe’. Transport providers are required to use this template to develop a Transport Plan in the form approved by the Chief Health Officer. It contains the minimum standards of practice that must be met by transport providers when offering a service to quarantined persons. When developing a Transport Plan using this template, transport providers must complete all fields of the template and clearly describe how their service will operate in accordance with the requirements contained in this template.
Transport Provider Endorsement Transport providers offering services to quarantined persons must be endorsed by a Government authority. Transport providers can seek endorsement to operate by submitting a copy of their Transport Plan to DTMR a minimum of 7 days before their first scheduled service. All plans must be submitted to DTMR via: [email protected].
Statement of Compliance DTMR endorsed transport providers must print and sign the Statement of Compliance attached to this template. They must display the signed Statement of Compliance in a prominent, visible location in all vehicles used as part of their transport service. This will help demonstrate to passengers and relevant authorities
Transport Plan template - COVID Safe Transport of Quarantined Persons
the transport provider is complying with a Transport Plan in the form approved by the Chief Health Officer.
Public Health DirectionsIt is the responsibility of transport providers to ensure they comply with any Public Health Directions relevant to their business. Where the Chief Health Officer has issued updates to the Public Health Directions, which differ from requirements outlined in this template, the relevant Direction prevails to the extent of any inconsistency.
General Responsibilities for Transport Providers under this Transport PlanTransport providers must ensure:
1. A suitable Contact Person is nominated to develop the Transport Plan and act as a point of contact in relation to it.
2. All persons acting on behalf of, or taking part in the transport service, comply with the Transport Plan. This includes, ensuring that all passengers and employees are provided with clear instruction and support to enable them to take appropriate action.
3. To the extent practicable, all vehicles* used as part of the service are dedicated to the sole use of transporting quarantined persons; and all scheduled services travel a direct route to the quarantined persons destination.
4. All vehicles* used as part of the service display a Statement of Compliance visible to all passengers.
5. All vehicles* used as part of the service carry a copy of the Transport Plan which can be provided to an Emergency Officer (Public Health) by the vehicle’s driver*.
6. All drivers* have completed a program of training approved by Queensland Health before providing a service to quarantined persons.
7. Records are retained of all drivers’* contact information and the shifts they have worked. These records must be provided to an Emergency Officer (Public Health) if requested.
8. The Transport Plan remains current and is consistent with any Chief Health Officer updates to the Public Health Directions and associated protocols.
9. Any instances of non-compliance with the Transport Plan are reported to the local Public Health Unit without delay.
10.Any changes to the service’s contact information, operation or trading (e.g. no longer provides services to quarantined persons or ceases to trade) are reported to DTMR without delay.
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*Note: Vehicles are defined in this Transport Plan as all modes of transport used for transporting quarantined passengers by land, water or air. Drivers are defined as anyone who operates a mode of transport, including pilots and vessel operators.
PART ATransport provider details This section must be completed by the transport provider. You must complete all fields.
Company or employer detailsCompany Name [Enter name here]
Trading Name (if different)
[Enter name here]
Address [Include street number, street, suburb, state and postcode]
Name of principal contact [Enter name here]
Contact telephone number
[(0X) XXXX XXXX]
Email address [Email]
ABN/ACN [ABN/ACN]
Contact Person who is responsible for the Transport Plan Name (if different from above)Contact telephone number
[(0X) XXXX XXXX]
Email address [Email]
PART BPersonal protective equipment and cleaningThis section details the minimum requirements for ensuring that vehicles and drivers are appropriately prepared to offer a service to quarantined passengers. You must complete all fields.
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Pre-transport conditionsB1. Evidence that vehicle drivers and cleaners have undertaken appropriate infection control training
Minimum Requirements The vehicle must be operated by a driver who has completed a program of training approved by Queensland Health.
In instances where the vehicle is cleaned by someone other than the driver, the cleaners must also complete a program of training approved by Queensland Health.
Quarantine Infection Control E-Learning Package or DRVR Training – Quarantine Infection Control for Drivers.
Attach a Statement of Completion to this Transport Plan.
The Quarantine Infection Control E-Learning Package can be accessed online at https://ilearnexternal.health.qld.gov.au/
The DRVR Training – Quarantine Infection Control for Drivers can be accessed online at https://www.drvrtraining.com/courses/quarantine-infection-control-for-drivers
[Provide evidence that each driver and cleaner has completed the required mandatory training]
Compliant
B2. Vehicles are suitable for transporting quarantined passengers
Minimum Requirements The vehicle must: to the extent practicable be a dedicated transport vehicle for the
transportation of quarantined persons; and ensure that there is a minimum of 1.5 meters distance between the driver and
the passenger or a physical barrier installed (this can be achieved by leaving one row of seats behind the driver free or leaving 1.5m clear space, whichever is greater), unless this is prohibited by safety or physical reasons (e.g. a small plane or helicopter); and
have ventilation settings such as windows and air-conditioning that promote frequent air changes within the vehicle.
[Please provide details of any additional solutions which meet or exceed the minimum requirements]
Compliant
B3.Vehicles carry appropriate PPE for use by drivers
Minimum Requirements Within the vehicle the driver must have access to: suitable hand sanitiser; and 2-in-1 disinfectant wipes or other sanitisation products; and disposable surgical masks; and reusable eye protection (goggles) dedicated to the individual driver and clearly
labelled with their name. [Please outline arrangements here] Compliant
B4.Cleaning products are accessible and appropriately stored
Minimum Requirements The transport provider must: ensure the availability of products for cleaning vehicles – suitable products
include:o 2-in-1 cleaning and disinfectant solutions listed by the Therapeutic
Goods Administration (TGA) with specific claims against COVID-19; or o 2-in-1 cleaning and disinfectant wipes listed by the TGA with specific
claims against COVID-19; oro Detergents and also disinfectants including 1:1,000 PPM sodium
hypochlorite solution or solutions listed TGA with specific claims against COVID-19; and
all chemicals products are safely stored in accordance with the manufacturer’s material safety data sheet; and
ensure the availability of cleaning equipment (e.g. buckets, mops, rubbish bags); and
ensure the availability of disposable PPE including single use latex or nitrile gloves, surgical masks, disposable plastic aprons; and
ensure all drivers have access to reusable eye protection (goggles) that are clearly labelled with the driver’s name and which are stored in a clean safe location.
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B1. Evidence that vehicle drivers and cleaners have undertaken appropriate infection control training
Minimum Requirements The vehicle must be operated by a driver who has completed a program of training approved by Queensland Health.
In instances where the vehicle is cleaned by someone other than the driver, the cleaners must also complete a program of training approved by Queensland Health.
Quarantine Infection Control E-Learning Package or DRVR Training – Quarantine Infection Control for Drivers.
Attach a Statement of Completion to this Transport Plan.
The Quarantine Infection Control E-Learning Package can be accessed online at https://ilearnexternal.health.qld.gov.au/
The DRVR Training – Quarantine Infection Control for Drivers can be accessed online at https://www.drvrtraining.com/courses/quarantine-infection-control-for-drivers
[Please outline arrangements here] Compliant
PART CTransportation of passengersThis section details the minimum requirements during transportation of quarantined passengers. You must complete all fields.
During transport conditionsC1.Driver completes check list prior to arriving at the pick-up location
Minimum Requirements The driver must ensure the following conditions can be met prior to providing a service: the vehicle is clean, fuelled, and ready for use; and the vehicle is an appropriate size to carry the intended number of
passengers; and all vehicle ventilation settings such as the air-conditioning and windows are
set to promote fresh air; and surgical mask and reusable eye protection (goggles) are appropriately
donned prior to arriving at the pick-up location; and when arriving at the pick-up location the vehicle is positioned in a manner
that will promote physical distancing between the driver and quarantined passengers.
[Please provide details of any additional solutions which meet or exceed the minimum requirements]
Compliant
C2.Process for collection of passengers
Minimum Requirements The driver must: not remove and to the extent reasonably practicable, not touch their
surgical mask or eye protection (goggles); and practice good personal hygiene including use of sanitiser upon entry and
exit of vehicle; and follow the instructions of an authorised officer at the pick-up location; and limit interactions with other drivers at the pick-up and drop-off location to
the extent that is reasonably practicable; and ensure all passengers are wearing surgical masks prior to embarking the
vehicle; and practice physical distancing by remaining 1.5 meters from others; and ensure to the extent reasonably practical, that passengers load their own
luggage into the vehicle. Where assistance is required, the driver must use hand sanitiser immediately prior to and after handling luggage; and
only re-enter the vehicle when all passengers have embarked and are seated.
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C1.Driver completes check list prior to arriving at the pick-up location
Minimum Requirements The driver must ensure the following conditions can be met prior to providing a service: the vehicle is clean, fuelled, and ready for use; and the vehicle is an appropriate size to carry the intended number of
passengers; and all vehicle ventilation settings such as the air-conditioning and windows are
set to promote fresh air; and surgical mask and reusable eye protection (goggles) are appropriately
donned prior to arriving at the pick-up location; and when arriving at the pick-up location the vehicle is positioned in a manner
that will promote physical distancing between the driver and quarantined passengers.
[Please provide details of any additional solutions which meet or exceed the minimum requirements]
Compliant
C3.Process for driving passengers to destination via the most direct route
Minimum Requirements The driver must: drive the shortest route available between the two destinations; and avoid stopping unless essential (e.g. medical emergency). If a stop is made,
PPE must be worn, hand hygiene is practised before and after disembarkation and records of stop location and duration must be made; and
ensure air conditioning and windows are open to allow air circulation; and ensure their surgical mask and eye protection (goggles) remain correctly
fitted at all times while transporting passengers; and ensure all passengers wear a surgical mask.[Please provide details of any additional solutions which meet or exceed the minimum requirements]
Compliant
C4.Process for passengers disembarking
Minimum Requirements The driver must: follow the instructions of the authorised person at the point of arrival for the
transportation of the quarantined person; and disembark the vehicle first while all other passengers remain seated and
only re-enter the vehicle when all passengers have disembarked; and limit interactions with other drivers at the drop-off location to the extent
that is reasonably practicable; and practice physical distancing by remaining 1.5 meters from others; and not remove and to the extent reasonably practicable, not touch their
surgical mask or eye protection (goggles); and practice good personal hygiene and use of sanitiser upon entry and exit of
vehicle; and return the vehicle to the depot or other approved location where it will be
cleaned as per PART D[Please provide details of any additional solutions which meet or exceed the minimum requirements]
Compliant
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PART DCleaning and managementThis section details the minimum standards for cleaning vehicles after each passenger service. You must complete all fields.
Post-transport conditionsD1.Disembarking the vehicle for cleaning
Minimum Requirements The driver must: ensure the vehicle is parked in a suitable location where the vehicle can be
cleaned without interruption; and disembark the vehicle and take off PPE to avoid self-contamination. Steps
taken should include:o sanitise handso remove reusable eye protection (goggles) and clean them using 2-in-1
disinfectant wipeso place wipes in general waste,o place goggles in a clean location (clean goggles should be kept with
drivers at all times) o sanitise handso remove surgical mask and place in general wasteo sanitise hands
[Please outline arrangements here] Compliant
D2.Cleaning vehicles after use
Minimum Requirements The cleaner must: put on new PPE (such as single use latex or nylon gloves, surgical masks,
disposable plastic aprons) and cleaned reusable googles; and ensure that cleaning products are prepared fresh daily following the
manufactures instructions; and clean the vehicle using either a product that cleans and disinfects at the
same time or a two-step process firstly cleaning with a detergent and then with a disinfectant; and
clean the vehicle in a systematic manner to ensure that no parts that need cleaning are missed; and
ensure all internal and external touchpoints of the vehicle are cleaned (e.g. internal and external door handles, grab handles, seats, seatbelts, head rests, window controls, arm rests, boot lid, steering wheel, dashboard, control buttons, gear stick, cup holders, centre console, mirrors, seat and steering wheel re-positioning handles/buttons, etc).
[Please outline arrangements here] Compliant
D3.Cleaning of cleaning equipment
Minimum Requirements The cleaner must: put on new PPE (such as single use latex or nitrile gloves, surgical masks,
disposable plastic aprons) and cleaned reusable googles; and clean equipment such as buckets with a new batch of cleaning and/or
disinfectant solution and allowed to dry completely; and ensure that any materials and equipment used are wiped clean prior to
storage; and launder reusable mop heads or cloths in hot water and allow to dry
completely before reuse.[Please outline arrangements here] Complia
nt
D4.Disposal of waste
Minimum Requirements The cleaner must: dispose of all waste in the general waste and ensure solid waste is double
bagged; and ensure that appropriate PPE (such as single use latex or nitrile gloves,
surgical masks, disposable plastic aprons and reusable goggles) are used for the disposal of any liquid waste.
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D1.Disembarking the vehicle for cleaning
Minimum Requirements The driver must: ensure the vehicle is parked in a suitable location where the vehicle can be
cleaned without interruption; and disembark the vehicle and take off PPE to avoid self-contamination. Steps
taken should include:o sanitise handso remove reusable eye protection (goggles) and clean them using 2-in-1
disinfectant wipeso place wipes in general waste,o place goggles in a clean location (clean goggles should be kept with
drivers at all times) o sanitise handso remove surgical mask and place in general wasteo sanitise hands
[Please outline arrangements here] Compliant
D5.Infection control audit schedule
Minimum Requirements The transport provider must detail how often and what will be audited to confirm that infection control requirements are met.[Please outline auditing arrangements here] Complia
nt
Part ETesting
E1.Details of how drivers and cleaners will be tested including in accordance with any relevant Public Health Directions (e.g. Requirements for Quarantine Facility Workers Direction)
Mandatory Requirements
The transport driver and cleaner must: Submit for a personal COVID-19 test in accordance with a relevant
Public Health Direction or as directed by an Emergency Officer (Public Health); and
If symptoms consistent with COVID-19 develop the person must:o immediately cease work,o seek medical attention,o undergo testing for COVID-19 as the earliest opportunity ando self-isolate until a negative test result is received, and they
are symptom-free.
NOTE: Any questions on testing type or advice on symptoms frequency should be directed to the local Public Health Unit.[Please outline arrangements here, and ensure that these remain up to date with any changes to the Public Health Directions]
Compliant
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Business or employer endorsementBy signing this endorsement, you declare that the Transport Plan meets the Chief Health Officer’s minimum standards for transportation of quarantined persons.
Name [Title] [First Name] [Last Name]
Position* [Position]
Signature Date [XX/XX/20XX]
Witnessed by Date [XX/XX/20XX]
Signature Date [XX/XX/20XX]
Signatory must be a responsible person able to bind the business or undertaking to compliance with this plan.
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Statement of CompliancePublic Health Act 2005
I certify that this vehicle is operating under, and in compliance with a Transport Plan in the form approved by the Chief Health Officer (Queensland)
Company NameVehicle Registration
123 ABC This is a COVID Safe vehicle approved for
transporting quarantined persons.
This vehicle is operated in compliance with a COVID Safe Plan to keep you and others safe.
Passengers must follow all instructions given by the driver.
Passengers must practice physical distancing, good hygiene and wear a mask.
Signed by: ___________________________________ Date: _______________________(Authorised business representative)
