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ArticlesMarch 1, 2000

You can’t always get what you want

At the New York Association for Pupil Transportation (NYAPT), we decided to invest time, energy and expertise in ensuring that good school bus safety laws are enacted in our state.

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ArticlesMarch 1, 2000

News from Washington is more than the campaign

Believe it or not, there are other things happening in the political world, although you wouldn’t know it from the network TV coverage. Surprisingly, some of them could affect the pupil transportation industry. More surprisingly, they could have a positive effect.

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ArticlesMarch 1, 2000

How to Put the Brakes on Stop-Arm Runners

New tactics for reducing 'fly-bys,' including video surveillance, flashing headlights and multiple stop arms.

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ArticlesMarch 1, 2000

Keeping Tabs on Sex Offenders Makes Busing Safer

Consulting the law enforcement list of registered sex offenders can help you avoid dangerous routing oversights.

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Newsby StaffMarch 1, 2000

Girl charged with stabbing boy on school bus

A 16-year-old girl was charged with aggravated battery for stabbing a 16-year-old boy aboard a Miami school bus.

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ArticlesFebruary 1, 2000

Should School Buses Have Rear Underride Guards?

Transportation managers should inventory their fleets and assess their risks. And drivers should be trained how to respond to an underride crash.

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ArticlesFebruary 1, 2000

Don’t Let Bullies Rule Your School Bus

Bullying can have severe consequences - driver distraction, accidents and even death. Bus drivers need to understand how rules and respect can help them minimize this behavior.

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ArticlesDecember 1, 1999

It’s time for the industry to confront 8 key issues

The following commentary was drawn from a speech given by Lee Larson at the 1999 National Association for Pupil Transportation conference in Denver. He attended the conference to introduce the Leland E.G. "Lee" Larson Quality Student Transportation Award.

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ArticlesSeptember 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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ArticlesSeptember 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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