School bus
transportation is safe. In fact, buses are safer than cars! Even so,
every year several children children are killed and thousands injured
in incidents involving school buses. More often than not, these
deaths and injuries didn't occur in a crash, but as the pupils were
entering and exiting the bus. Remember these safety tips:
Have a safe
place to wait for your bus, away from traffic and the street.
Stay away from the
bus until it comes to a complete stop and the driver signals you to enter.
When being dropped off,
exit the bus and walk ten giant steps away from the bus. Keep a safe
distance between you and the bus. Also, remember that the bus driver
can see you best when you are back away from the bus.
Use the handrail to
enter and exit the bus.
Stay away
from the bus until the
driver gives his/her signal that it's okay to approach.
Be aware
of the street traffic
around you. Drivers are required to follow certain rules of the road
concerning school buses, however, not all do. Protect yourself and
watch out!
School
Bus Safety
