School Bus Safety

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DVD Teaches Bullying Response Techniques for School Bus Drivers

May 10, 2013

Video shows a “worst-case scenario” of what can happen if bullying is not addressed immediately.

How To Keep Student Passengers Safe in Chartered Vehicles

May 6, 2013

Prom and party season is upon us. Here are some safety tips that drivers of chartered vehicles should follow when transporting students to and from events.

Liability Risk for Government Fleet Organizations Under Current Law

April 25, 2013

Most people no longer bat an eye when hearing about multimillion dollar damage awards to punish companies for an employee’s negligent acts. However, what are the liability concerns for a public sector fleet manager?

The Yellow Bus' Vital Role in Homeland Security

April 19, 2013

School buses have been used in a variety of operations to protect the public in emergencies, such as hurricanes and floods. Here are details on how pupil transporters are preparing for and responding to times of crisis.

Alarm Aims to Prevent Bus Rolling Incidents

April 12, 2013

A school district and a bus dealership in Indiana have combined efforts to develop a retrofit for school buses that they say enhances safety. The alarm sounds if a driver unfastens his or her seat belt and has not engaged the air brake parking system.

Tennessee Highway Patrol promotes school bus safety

April 5, 2013

As part of its back-to-school enforcement campaign, the Tennessee Highway Patrol’s Special Programs unit recorded public service announcements at local radio stations across the state. Here, Sgt. Chris Richardson of the Memphis district relays Tennessee's school bus-related laws.

Principal, Teacher Revive Girl Struck By School Bus

March 22, 2013

A principal and a special-education teacher are being hailed for their actions to revive a 5-year-old girl after she was struck by a runaway school bus on Monday.

Hurricane Sandy's Impact on NYC's School Bus Fleets

March 15, 2013

Last fall’s massive storm on the East Coast created a surge of challenges for student transportation in New York City, from flooded bus yards and offices to fuel and equipment shortages. Here’s an overview of the crisis and how the city’s Office of Pupil Transportation responded.

Photos of Hurricane Sandy's Impact on NYC's School Buses

March 15, 2013

As a result of the storm surge, more than 7 million gallons of water had to be pumped from the bottom of the Department of Education’s OPT building. Check out the photos.

Nebraska Bill Targets School Bus Driver Cell Phone Use

March 4, 2013

New state legislation aims to prohibit school bus operators from using cell phones while driving, although a similar rule has already been put in place.

Child-Check Devices for School Buses: A Vital Reminder

March 4, 2013

To protect kids from being left stranded, drivers must carefully check their bus. Electronic systems can help keep that duty from being neglected.

Ala. Kidnapping Standoff Over, Suspect Dead

February 4, 2013

After seven days spent hostage in Jimmy Lee Dykes underground bunker in Midland City, 5-year-old Ethan is free, according to several news sources.

Ala. Student Kidnapping Standoff Drags on for 3rd Day

February 1, 2013

Police and SWAT teams continue to surround an underground bunker where a 65-year-old retired truck driver and his 5-year-old hostage are holed up.

Family, Friends Mourn Slain School Bus Driver

January 31, 2013

Community members have been holding prayer vigils for Charles Albert Poland, 66, the school bus driver who was fatally shot while attempting to prevent the kidnapping of students from his bus.

Ala. Gunman Kills Bus Driver, Kidnaps 6-Year-Old Boy

January 30, 2013

DEVELOPING STORY — A gunman boarded a stopped school bus and shot the driver, fleeing with a 6-year-old male passenger on Tuesday. The driver died of multiple gunshots.

School Bus Driver Stops Gunman From Boarding

January 30, 2013

A person who was denied a ride on a school bus fired shots at it as it pulled away.

NYC Mayor: School Bus Strike Would Jeopardize Student Safety

January 15, 2013

With the city's biggest school bus driver union set to go on strike Wednesday, education officials have put backup measures in place, and the mayor has sharply criticized the union's plan.

Iowa Study Probes Stop-Arm School Bus Safety Measures

January 15, 2013

A new Iowa report, required by last year's "Kadyn's Law," analyzes ways to potentially reduce the illegal passing of school buses, including stop-arm cameras.

Emergency Training in an Overturned School Bus

January 14, 2013

Check out these action-packed shots of an emergency training event in Van Buren County, Mich., in which participants got to experience what it feels like to be in an overturned school bus as well as one filled with smoke. Submitted by Mark Niewoonder, transportation supervisor for Van Buren Intermediate School District.