Indiana State Senator Randy Maxwell hass released a notice to remind all of us about school bus safety as the school year ramps up.
According to https://www.in.gov/cji/traffic-safety/pedestrian-safety/school-bus-safety/
The greatest risk to your child is not riding a bus, but approaching or leaving one. Before your child goes back to school or starts school for the first time, it’s important for you and your child to know traffic safety rules. Teach your child to follow these practices to make school bus transportation safer.
Safety Starts at the Bus Stop
Your child should arrive at the bus stop at least five minutes before the bus is scheduled to arrive. Visit the bus stop and show your child where to wait for the bus: at least three giant steps (six feet) away from the curb. Remind your child that the bus stop is not a place to run or play.
Get On and Off Safely
When the school bus arrives, your child should wait until the bus comes to a complete stop, the door opens, and the driver says it’s okay before approaching the bus door. Your child should use the handrails to avoid falling.
For more informaiton, visit https://www.in.gov/cji/traffic-safety/pedestrian-safety/school-bus-safety/
