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Managementby StaffOctober 1, 1999

Great Fleets Across America, Part 2

Each year, SBF recognizes outstanding school bus operations in its Great Fleets Across America series.

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Managementby Frank Di Giacomo, PublisherOctober 1, 1999

'Great Fleets' designed to encourage all fleets

Few people outside the industry understand the day-to-day challenges of running a school transportation program, large or small.

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Managementby Steve Hirano, EditorOctober 1, 1999

Even 'Great Fleets' are desperate for drivers

Putting together the “Great Fleets” section of this issue was a great learning experience for me and my staff. We spoke with dozens of transportation managers in preparing this article.

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Managementby StaffOctober 1, 1999

Great Fleets Across America, Part 1

A state-by-state compilation of school bus fleets that merit recognition for excellence.

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Managementby Frank Di Giacomo, PublisherSeptember 1, 1999

Consolidation bolsters need for fleet conversions

Two giant transportation companies in the United Kingdom — National Express Group PLC and FirstGroup PLC — have crossed The Pond to grab a hunk of the privatized school transportation segment.

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Managementby Bonnie L. MacCartneySeptember 1, 1999

A little small talk makes a big difference

I didn’t love children, matter of fact, didn’t even like them, but I needed the job.

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Safetyby Steve Hirano, EditorSeptember 1, 1999

Lawmakers are premature in enacting seat-belt laws

The timing of lawmakers in Florida and Louisiana couldn’t have been worse. Each group recently enacted measures to require seat belts on all school buses.

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Maintenanceby Steve Hirano, EditorSeptember 1, 1999

LEDs Poised for a Breakthrough in School Buses?

The major benefits of light-emitting diodes are increased safety and longevity, but do they outweigh the higher initial costs?

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Managementby Sandra Matke, Assistant EditorSeptember 1, 1999

Getting the Best Deal on School Bus Insurance

Put together a marketing package that shows your commitment to safety. Develop a long-term relationship with your risk carrier.

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Safetyby John PainterSeptember 1, 1999

Evaluating the Safety of Lap Belts on Small School Buses

By focusing the seat-belt debate on large school buses, have we overlooked the potential danger of lap belts on small buses?

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