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ManagementCover Storyby Thomas McMahonApril 18, 2016

How Perley A. Thomas Built a School Bus Dynasty

Past and current leaders of Thomas Built Buses discuss how play-inspiring streetcars, family legacies, and a timely switch to yellow bus manufacturing all figure in to the company’s compelling history.

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Managementby Thomas McMahonApril 13, 2016

Growing District Steps Up Driver Recruitment, Fleet Replacement

Elk Grove’s transportation department adds alt-fuel buses, boosts field trip service, and works to attract more drivers as the district prepares to build more schools.

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Safetyby Nicole SchlosserApril 8, 2016

Assessments, Investments Bolster School Bus Facility Security

Free facility assessments and training from the TransportationSecurity Administration, investing in secured onsite parking, andhiring a safety officer to implement facility enhancementsare some measures being taken to help employees stay safe on the job.

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Safetyby Ronna WeberMarch 28, 2016

NSTA Advocacy in Action — CSA Score Viability and Usage

No one can argue the intent of this system. The problem is that some of the key methodologies and structural elements are misaligned and can misrepresent a carrier’s safety performance.

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Managementby Mike MartinMarch 24, 2016

NAPT News & Views — Adapting and Surviving or Thriving?

We are in the midst of a paradigm shift in how we connect as human beings, and it includes transportation.

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Managementby Thomas McMahonMarch 18, 2016

School Shows Big ‘Love’ for the Bus

Cosumnes River is the smallest elementary school in its district, but in February its students showed that they have no shortage of school bus spirit.

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Maintenanceby Nicole SchlosserMarch 16, 2016

11 Steps to Optimize Vehicle Lift Safety

Buying ALI-certified lifts and following ALI guidance and training, as well as daily lift checks and annual inspections, are critical to shop safety, experts say. Suppliers offer visibility-enhancing, self-locking and wireless features to further increase safety.

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Managementby Kathleen KohlerMarch 8, 2016

Balancing Rules, Fun Helps Drivers, Students Enjoy the Ride

Transportation directors and bus drivers agree: adults lead by example. Maintaining authority and having fun with students begins by building relationships of compassion and mutual respect.

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Maintenanceby Brad BarkerMarch 8, 2016

How to Cut Repair Costs with Proper Electrical Diagnosis

Avoid high repair bills and excessive down time by learning key principles for diagnosing electrical issues in school buses.

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MaintenanceCover Storyby Brittni RubinMarch 4, 2016

Shenendehowa Shop Zeroes in on Efficiency, Turnaround Time

The New York school district’s efficient and well-trained maintenance staff gets the majority of its buses back on the road after same-day upkeep, contributing to its low out-of-service rating.

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