Bus Passes

Turns out the work at Hengrove ix Monday to Friday so enjoying a weekend at home. Actually takes a bit of getting used to but the grass is cut and garden sorted. Removed the panels off the bike and sorted the paint work. It now looks a little more presentable. Only problem is having to go to the shops, it is much easier to shop during the week, but I can live with that.
Last week went well with no major problems. One thing I noticed is the number of people who try to use their free passes before 0900, also the number of people who are obviously going to work. This is not a problem although in my mind it is not really 'playing the came'. However, what really gets me is when they moan that they cannot use them on the 0830 bus and because the driver is 'being over zealous' that they will miss an appointment. So if you have a bus pass please remember they are a 'concession' and treat them as such and that some times you have to just pay the fare.

First day at school

As you know I am, for the next few weeks working out of the Hengrove Depot driving 904 Park and Rides.It was a pretty good day but did feel like the first day at school, or at the very least in a new job. It was interesting to see how things can be the same but so different. The ticket machines are different and the layout of the duties are slightly different. The vehicles are also equipped with radio's.Apart from accidentally pressing the button I did not use it. However, there was an all vehicle broadcast informing us of a road closure. Back in Bath drivers would have been left to find out for themselves with all the problems that causes. Anyway looking forward to the next few week with a fixed duty 0715 - 1515.

Change of scenery

Bit of a change for the next few months. Been asked/volunteered to work on the Brislington 904 Park & Ride. This will be working out of the Hengrove Depot. There ate four of us and we spent yesterday route training and looking at the depot etc. It is like stating a completely new job! Different area, people, vehicles, ticket machines and technology. Start on Monday so will be interesting to see how I get on.