Bus
Rules & Safety
Safety is the most stressed item at a school bus
driver training session. So, there are some things you must know
in order to load and unload a school bus safely. Read over these
basic rules carefully and if you don't understand them, e-mail me
and I will be glad to explain.
While
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1.
Arrive at your bus stop on time and do not stand on, or near,
the street while waiting for the bus.
2. Wear
proper clothing suitable for the weather conditions.
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When
Boarding The Bus:
1. Stay
away from the bus until it comes to complete STOP and the
Bus Driver signals you it is safe to board the bus.
2. If you have to cross the street to board the bus, wait
for the bus driver to signal you it is safe to cross the street.
3. Enter the bus in a single file without pushing.
4. Always use the handrail while loading and unloading.
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While
Riding The Bus:
1. Once
on the bus, find your seat and sit face front until you get
to your destination.
2. Always help keep the bus neat and clean. Keep belongings
out of the aisle and away from the emergency exits.
3. Be Cool ...Follow The Rules. Always listen to the driver.
He/She has your best interest in mind when setting the rules.
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When
Unloading The Bus:
1. Wait
until the bus comes to a complete STOP before standing up.
Always use the handrail when exiting the bus.
2. Stay out of the danger zones after exiting the bus. If
you can't see the driver, the driver can't see you. Take five
giant steps away from the bus and out of the danger zone,
until you can see the driver and the driver sees you. Never
crawl under a bus.
3. If you must cross the street after you get off the bus,
wait for the driver's signal and then cross in front of the
bus. Cross the street only after checking both ways for traffic.
4. Never run back to the bus, even if you dropped or forgot
something. The driver may not be expecting you to return to
the bus.
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