 The following tips are to help ensure child safety in and around the school bus. Parents can assist by reminding children about these safety tips.
Waiting for the Bus:
* When waiting for the school bus, wait at the bus stop, and stand well back from the curb.
Getting Off of the Bus:
* Look to the rear of the bus before stepping off the bottom step.
* Take five giant steps straight out of the bus door, and out of the danger zone.
* Make sure to have eye contact with the driver, and wait for the driver to signal before crossing in front of the bus.
* Never go back for anything left on the bus.
* Never bend down near or under the bus.
Walking Near School:
* When school is opening in the morning and closing in the afternoon, it is a busy and crowded area.
* There are children being dropped off or picked up by both school buses and parents.
* Before crossing the street, it is important to look carefully to the left, right and left again.
* If it is necessary to walk through parked traffic, stop and look carefully before stepping out from between vehicles.
* Remember the danger areas around school buses where the driver cannot see you.
* Don't run between parked cars and buses.
* Don't run across the street or through a parking lot trying to catch up with friends.
School Bus Behavior:
* It is important to listen to the bus driver in case there are any special instructions for bus ride.
* Sit quietly in your seat.
* Speak quietly to the other children near you.
Knowing the Signs:
* When school is opening in the morning and closing in the afternoon, the area around the school is a very busy and crowded. There will be many children using the crosswalk.
* Car drivers, bikers and in-line skaters must stop to allow people in the crosswalk to cross the street.
* It is the important to look carefully to the left, right and left again if you have to cross the street.
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