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Managementby Bonnie L. MacCartneyJune 1, 1998

We need to create a new generation of drivers

Drivers in the past did as was expected, and did it with much less training and education than we enjoy today. Through the years, however, the school bus driving "job" has turned into the school bus driving "profession."

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Managementby Steve Hirano, Executive EditorJune 1, 1998

Let Uncle Sam lend a helping hand

By far, the most pressing issue for school bus contractors these days is the driver shortage.

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Maintenanceby Steve Hirano, Executive EditorJune 1, 1998

Choosing New Bus Lift Requires Proper Grounding

Before installing an in-ground or surface lift, bus operators need to know the pros and cons of each type.

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Managementby Dale MacDiarmid, Senior EditorJune 1, 1998

<i>SBF</i> Roundtable: Contractors dissent on safety measures, impact of tight school budgets

Other hot topics include effects of consolidation, the driver shortage and fears of industry domination by mega-contractors.

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Safetyby Dale MacDiarmid, Senior EditorJune 1, 1998

Unsafe Passage: How to Curtail Illegal Pass-Bys

Thousands of motorists illegally pass school buses every day.

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Managementby Derek Graham and Mickey MichaelApril 1, 1998

Using Computer Technology to Optimize Your Program

For routing and scheduling, maintenance tasks and information gathering, computers can save time and money.

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Safetyby Leon DavisApril 1, 1998

A Look Back at the Carrollton, Ky., Tragedy

Ten years ago, a horrifying school bus accident killed 27 youngsters. Since then, emergency exit standards have been upgraded, and a push is being made to reduce the number of pre-1977 buses on the road.

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Maintenanceby Dale MacDiarmid, Senior EditorApril 1, 1998

N.Y. Inspection System Creates Operator Profiles

BUSNET has improved safety and reduced a torrent of paper to a manageable information stream.

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Maintenanceby Robert YanchisApril 1, 1998

Meeting the Challenge of Hazardous Waste Management

First of a two-part series: Identification of hazardous waste if the first step to proper handling, storage and disposal.

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Maintenanceby Steve Hirano, Executive EditorApril 1, 1998

Competition Fierce for Aftermarket Parts Sales

School bus operators are in a strong position to reap savings as manufacturers and other parts suppliers vie for lucrative aftermarket sales.

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