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ArticlesMarch 1, 2001

Aleana's death sparks call for improved safety

In the wake of the death of 5-year-old Aleana Johnson, who was struck and killed by her own school bus on Jan. 9, a community group called Friends ...

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ArticlesMarch 1, 2001

Scrutinizing the Safety Risks of Older Bus Drivers

Supervisors need to monitor aging drivers for diminishing visual and cognitive skills. Specialized training and more frequent assessment tests might also be in order.

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ArticlesFebruary 1, 2001

The 8 Most Common - and Dangerous - Mirror Mistakes

School bus mirrors are a critical safety system, but drivers often fail to adjust and use them properly. Experts in the field provide insights on common errors and cures.

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ArticlesFebruary 1, 2001

What You Need to Know About Latex Allergies

As an increasing number of students are being diagnosed with latex allergies, school bus operators must learn to minimize triggers, while at the same time gearing up for potential reactions.

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Articlesby StaffFebruary 1, 2001

Breaking News from Around the Industry

Heroic driver just glad to be alive BETHEL, Wash. — School bus driver Cheryl Mooring is being called a hero for her actions during a J...

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ArticlesDecember 1, 2000

A passenger's perspective on the daily school bus ride

An important perspective that’s often overlooked in the pupil transportation industry is that of the passengers. Until last June, my morning routine included spending an hour on a Blue Bird. I know very well the attitudes of most of my peers when it comes to school buses, and I’d like to share some of my observations.

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Articlesby StaffDecember 1, 2000

Breaking News from Around the Industry

NTSB urges bus design change WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has recommended that school bus design...

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ArticlesDecember 1, 2000

NAPT 2000 Focuses on Curbing School Bus Violence

Meeting in Buffalo, N.Y., delegates learned about predicting and responding to school violence, as well as handling the media, special-needs challenges and transportation funding.

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ArticlesDecember 1, 2000

NHTSA won't be rushed into upgrading bus safety

It appears that the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) two-year research program to create “the next generation of occupant protection in school buses” is going to stretch into a three-year program — or beyond.

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Articlesby StaffDecember 1, 2000

Operate Safely in Winter Conditions

Operating safely in adverse conditions depends on a number of common sense procedures. Here’s a list of reminders for winter driving: • Traction i...

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