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Stop-Arm Cameras Can Now Be Used for Civil Fines in North Carolina
For stop-arm running cases in which the driver can’t be identified in camera footage, a new state law allows for civil penalties for the owner of a vehicle.
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8 Keys to a Safe School Bus Operation
After a string of fatal crashes shook the industry, the time is ripe to refocus on the fundamentals of transportation management, from hiring the right people to putting the needs of children first.
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Pennsylvania Highlights School Bus Competitors' Success
All four of the state’s school bus drivers who advanced to the international competition placed in the top 10 in their categories.
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After Taking Care of School Buses for 46 Years, Mechanic to Retire
David Welborn learned maintenance skills growing up on a farm. He drove a school bus in high school and then went to work in the shop at Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools in North Carolina.
Boston District to Cut School Bus Routes, Lay Off Drivers
Boston Public Schools plans to consolidate numerous school bus routes this fall, which will result in the layoff of dozens of drivers. The move is expected to save the district up to $5 million.
SLEC Earns Heavy-Duty Lift Certifications
The manufacturer is awarded ANSI/ALI ALCTV-2011 certification on 12 styles of column lifts.
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Focus on ‘One Thing’: Student Safety
Certainly, driving a school bus involves doing more than “one thing,” but every task is part of the bigger task at hand: safely transporting students to and from school.
More Charges, Alternative Sentencing Possible for School Bus Driver in Chattanooga Crash
Prosecutors plan to seek additional criminal charges against Johnthony Walker, the driver in the fatal November crash. However, he is eligible for alternative sentencing, his attorney says.
Tennessee Congressman Presses Feds on School Bus Seat Belts
In a committee hearing, Rep. Steve Cohen questions why federal regulators have not initiated a rulemaking to require lap-shoulder belts on school buses in light of recent crashes.
California District to Cut General-Education School Bus Service
Menifee Union School District’s cost estimate for school bus services has grown from $1.5 million to $2 million annually.
Navistar Truck and Bus Maintenance App Wins Award
IC Bus parent company’s Accelerator Write-Up app receives the Axway Innovation Award for its use of Axway’s app development product to improve customer outcomes.
NSTA Advocacy in Action — An Opportunity to Be on the Offense
NSTA says that after having been on the defense for many years due to continued regulatory burdens placed on the industry, a new bill takes an offensive step forward.
NSTA Presents Annual Awards for Service, Safety
Winners of the association’s 2017 honors include Barry Stock of Landmark Student Transportation, Kyle Martin of TransPar, and Manuel Vasquez of First Student.
John Corrado Named School Bus Contractor of the Year
The president of Suffolk Transportation Service in New York wins School Bus Fleet’s annual honor for exemplary private operators.
School Bus Drivers Throw Party for Their ‘Biggest Fan’
Packey Butler’s enthusiasm for school buses has brightened many Denville (N.J.) bus drivers’ days, so those drivers decided to return the favor for the 14-year-old.
New Transfinder App Designed for Smartphones, Tablets
The platform-specific Routefinder GO offers the ability to analyze data, substitute vehicles, drivers, or bus aides on demand, and share information.
Head Start Program May Require Physical Testing for Its School Bus Drivers
An Idaho program's drivers would be tested on requirements such as being able to lift 50 pounds. The proposed testing follows a crash that injured dozens of junior high students.
Durham to Provide Special-Needs Transportation in New Hampshire
The school bus company will transport more than 100 students for Salem School District starting with the 2017-18 school year.
Stop-Arm Cameras Can Now Be Used for Civil Fines in North Carolina
8 Keys to a Safe School Bus Operation
Pennsylvania Highlights School Bus Competitors' Success
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