Our Commitment to Safety
Safety is our top priority.
Tempest Tours has developed formal, written safety guidelines to account for every possible risk. Our safety guidelines are reviewed and updated regularly by our risk manager. Our dedication to safety means:
No safety incidents in 25 years of operation.
The Tempest Tours staff is comprised primarily of meteorologists, trained storm spotters, storm spotter trainers, and first responders including police officers and firefighters.
Our staff receives a rigorous formal safety orientation annually prior to our tour operations.
We use heavy-duty vans modified to carry a maximum of only 8 passengers total (including guests and staff) for improved safety and comfort.
Our tours are restricted to a maximum of two vans each to improve safety.
Fleet vehicles are carefully checked by a professional automotive technician prior to each season. Special attention is given to brakes, belts, hoses, wipers, tires, and all other safety features.
We supply DMV data for all our drivers to our insurance underwriter for approval prior to operations.
Speeding or violation of traffic safety laws is strictly prohibited.
Staff drivers must maintain a safe personal driving record to be employed by Tempest Tours.
Staff must maintain a safe distance from any hazard. We do not drive into tornadoes.
Tempest Tours guests are required to watch a safety video prior to each tour.
Guests and staff are required to wear seat belts at all times.
Staff and guests are required to stay clear of roadways when stopped.
The company has established a guest advisory board to report any possible concerns directly to administration.
Tempest Tours is a long-time member of the National Tour Association who requires professional conduct from its members and minimum commercial insurance coverage.
Tempest Tours assists the National Weather Service regularly with storm reports to help improve public safety.
Staff are FCC licensed radio operators who have received formal storm spotter training from the National Weather Service and regularly contribute to training themselves.