Bus Travel Safety Reminder

To help prevent accidents around the bus stops schools, parents and industry members are being asked to teach students:

When waiting for the bus students should:

stay well back from the edge of the road
not run or play around near the bus stop
wait for the bus to stop completely before they approach.

When travelling on the bus students must:

stay seated, if a seat is available, and seat belts MUST be used if fitted
not distract the driver
keep the aisle clear of bags.

When walking to/from bus stops and getting off the bus students should:

stay well back from the edge of the road and wait for the bus to leave
never cross in front of, or behind, the bus
only cross the road when the bus has gone and they have a clear view of the road in both directions
never wear earphones or talk on their mobile phone when crossing a road, as they may not hear approaching traffic.

When picking up your student/s from the bus wait on the same side of the road that the bus drops them off and meet your student/s at the bus stop. This reduces the risk of them running across the road to meet you without checking the road first.

Please take care and follow all safety instructions.

Kind Regards,

Leanne Goodwin

Regional School Bus Coordinator