School Bus Safety Rules
Before Boarding: Arrive at your stop 5 minutes early – never run to catch the bus Stand safely back from the road at your designated stop Stay out of the 3-meter “danger zone” around the bus When crossing: Wait for full stop with red lights flashing Watch for driver’s signal Walk – don’t run – while watching for traffic On the Bus: Take your seat immediately and sit facing forward Store belongings under seats or on laps Keep aisles clear at all times Keep all body parts inside windows No throwing objects Speak quietly – no shouting or bad language Complete silence at railroad crossings No food, drinks, or gum (due to allergies/choking hazards) Avoid strong scents/perfumes Absolutely no smoking Follow all driver instructions Exiting Safely: Stay seated until complete stop Use handrail and take 2 big steps away To cross: Walk 3 meters (10 steps) ahead Wait for driver’s signal Check both ways while crossing Cross single file Front seats exit first – no pushing Never retrieve dropped items – tell an adult Danger Zone Awareness: Stay 3 meters (10 steps) from bus Never enter zone without driver permission If you can touch bus, you’re too close Remember: No eye contact with driver = driver can’t see you Never play near buses Important Notes: These rules protect all students Drivers have final authority Violations may result in lost riding privileges Parents: Please review with your children regularly This version organizes the information more clearly with consistent formatting, removes redundancy, and presents the rules in a more scannable format while maintaining all safety points. The language is simplified for better understanding while keeping all critical instructions.
