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CODE OF CONDUCT FOR SCHOOL STUDENTS ON BUSES 

Transport NSW has a code of conduct for all students that use public transport. It is every student’s responsibility to behave in a manner that ensures the safety and comfort of passengers and drivers when on a bus. This includes: 

Behaviour on buses: 

• Use appropriate language not offensive or racist language 
• Fighting, spitting, feet on seats, throwing things in or from the bus is not permitted 
• No eating or drinking (other than water) – unless for medical reasons or the bus operator gives written permission 
• Offer seats to adults including people with a disability, elderly or expectant mothers 
• Do not touch, push or shove other people
• Do not bully or harass other passengers or the driver. This includes photographing, making lewd or suggestive comments, acting in a manner or participating in activities that may be deemed inappropriate or of a sexual nature. 
• Avoid attracting the attention of the driver except in the case of emergency 
• Do not play music at such volume that it may distract the bus driver or other passengers.

Safety on and near buses: 

• Obey reasonable directions from the driver (e.g. where to sit or to remain in the bus) 
• Remain in your seat – do not move around the bus unnecessarily 
• If standing, remain behind the front passenger seat and keep a secure hand hold at all times 
• Keep bags and other items clear of the aisle 
• Do not allow any part of your body to protrude out of the bus at any time 
• Wait for the bus in a quiet and orderly manner – including at bus interchanges 
• Stand away from the roadside until the bus comes to a complete stop 
• Allow other passengers to leave the bus before stepping onto the bus in a single line 
• Wait until the bus stops before moving to get off the bus at your designated stop 
• Wait until the bus leaves the stop and you have clear vision before crossing the road 
• Cross the road where and when it’s safe to do so, use crossings/traffic lights where available

Legal considerations on buses: 

• Wear the seat belt properly adjusted and fastened, if one is available 
• Obey the law that bans smoking on buses 
• Ensure that buses are not vandalised – report any damage, e.g. graffiti and window etching, to the driver 
• Do not interfere with bus property, equipment and signage 6 Guidelines for Managing School Student Behaviour on Buses – July 2019 
• Do not leave rubbish on the bus, or at bus stops or interchanges. 

Using bus passes: 

• Show travel passes or tickets to the driver on boarding and to Authorised Revenue Protection Officers, NSW Police Officers or bus company representative when requested 
• Use the travel pass only for its intended purpose – do not lend your pass to other students or borrow a pass from them 
• Swipe or ‘dip’ passes in ticket readers if available when boarding
• If issued with a School Opal card, always tap on when boarding and tap off when leaving the bus.

See more at: https://transportnsw.info/student-code-conduct