Bus driver stood down for allegedly using phone while driving

A Brisbane bus driver has been stood down after a TikTok video apparently showed him using his mobile phone while driving.

A Brisbane City Council bus driver has been stood down after a TikTok post apparently showed him playing a video on his smartphone while driving.

The post shows the phone on the dashboard in front of the driver, who is wearing earphones.

Translink was aware of the video, a spokesperson said.

“Upon being made aware of the video, Translink immediately raised the matter with Brisbane City Council, who employ the driver, so an investigation can be undertaken,” they said.

“Translink expects all bus drivers to adhere to Queensland road rules at all times.”

The fine for using a phone while driving is $1078 and four demerit points.

A Brisbane City Council spokesperson said the driver has been stood down and an investigation was under way.

“These actions from a professional driver are disappointing, dangerous and clearly unacceptable,” the spokesperson said.

A still from the TikTok video with the phone highlighted