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ArticlesAugust 1, 2007

Oh, <i>that</i> skeleton

We've all got things in our past that we'd like to keep hidden. It's human nature to present ourselves in the best possible light, meaning that we kee...

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Articlesby StaffAugust 1, 2007

R.I. allows sedans, vans for school transportation

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Gov. Donald Carcieri signed a bill allowing the use of vehicles other than full-size yellow school buses to transport studen...

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Articlesby StaffAugust 1, 2007

Bus maker, dealer not held liable in fatal crash

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The Arkansas Supreme Court ruled that a school bus manufacturer and distributor cannot be held liable for not having instal...

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Articlesby StaffAugust 1, 2007

Alarm system to increase bus security

CINCINNATI — Prompted by recent security-related events, First Student Inc. installed an alarm system in its fleet of 22,000-plus buses. In...

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Articlesby StaffAugust 1, 2007

NAPT prods NHTSA to re-examine passenger crash protection

On July 11, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) hosted a roundtable meeting among interested parties to discuss the issue of...

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ArticlesAugust 1, 2007

John Elliot Named SBF's Contractor of the Year

John Elliott began his career in the education field more than 40 years ago and hasn't strayed far. He's still in the education business, but not as a teacher or office administrator.

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Articlesby Thomas McMahonAugust 1, 2007

Roof Strobes Draw Crucial Attention

Being large and yellow, school buses are inherently some of the most noticeable vehicles on the road. But in certain conditions, such as inclement wea...

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ArticlesAugust 1, 2007

A very good year (or two)

In looking back over my two years as president of the National School Transportation Association (NSTA), I'm reminded of the Ervin Drake song "It Was ...

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ArticlesAugust 1, 2007

Defensive Driving Requires Attention to Detail

Reflecting on recent tragic school bus accidents, accident prevention in pupil transportation is imperative. Here, learn common driver errors, the need for focused training, practical tips to enhance safety measures, and how to address minor incidents before they escalate into serious accidents.

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ArticlesAugust 1, 2007

Flooring Takes Steps in the Right Direction

School bus flooring and steps take a beating every day, so they need to be rugged and easy to clean while providing secure footing for passengers and ...

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