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ArticlesFebruary 1, 2008

Preparing for a Bus Crash Emergency

Imagine that you are a dispatcher for a school district. One day, you receive a message from a bus driver via radio transmission indicating that he or...

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Articlesby Michael P. DallessandroSeptember 1, 2007

Emergency Response: The First 5 Minutes

In the minutes before police or emergency responders arrive, we must manage many types of emergencies in our schools and on the bus. Don't overlook these key points in your next training session on what to do during the first five minutes of a crisis.

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Articlesby StaffJune 1, 2007

Product Highlights

Anti-theft device addresses emergency needsThe Ignition Security System allows bus drivers to address emergency situations while preventi...

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Newsby StaffMay 15, 2007

Crash prompts district to update emergency-contact system

MONROE, N.J. — The Monroe Township School District is changing its emergency response system after a school bus crash May 7 that left 22 childre...

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Newsby StaffApril 5, 2007

Thomas buses take on medical evacuation

HIGH POINT, N.C. — Several Washington, D.C.-area fire departments purchased specially equipped Thomas Built buses to be used as medical emergency veh...

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Newsby StaffMarch 5, 2007

6 Roadeo Lessons for Special-Needs Transporters

Two lead judges of special-needs roadeos share insights drawn from past competitions. Emergency evacuation, in particular, is an area where lesson...

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ArticlesFebruary 1, 2007

6 Roadeo Lessons for Special-Needs Transporters

Two lead judges of special-needs roadeos share insights drawn from past competitions. Emergency evacuation, in particular, is an area where lessons can be learned.

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ArticlesJanuary 1, 2007

Emergency Preparedness Takes Center Stage

The NAPT’s 32nd Annual Conference and Trade Show features a bus-rail crash demonstration and seminars on emergency response, as well as a new leadership initiative.

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ArticlesAugust 1, 2006

Maintain Exits in Case of Emergency

Door, hatch and window exit systems should be inspected regularly and lubricated and cleaned as necessary. Here are tips for keeping their various parts moving.

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Articlesby Michael P. DallessandroJune 1, 2003

Emergency Braking: Putting a 'Stop' to Common Misconceptions

Emergency braking saves lives. Find out how to train school bus drivers to handle critical situations with confidence and control.

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