Minnesota school bus drivers, operators honored

The Minnesota School Bus Operators Association presents awards to six school bus drivers and two veteran contractors for their dedication to the safety of students.

School bus safety a key theme in Oregon conference

Emergency response, vehicle dynamics and crash prevention were among the topics covered during the Oregon Pupil Transportation Association’s annual gathering.

PHOTOS: Oregon pupil transporters cover safety, management

Stertil-Koni lift accommodates new safety-based engineering approaches

The supplier has addressed increasing safety concerns that have spurred new engineering approaches at vehicle maintenance facilities with its Diamond Lift, a heavy duty in-ground telescopic piston lift.

New Jersey school bus safety bills advance

The Senate Education Committee approves bills on installing stop-arm cameras; requiring lap-shoulder belts and sensors to alert drivers when a child walks in front of the bus; and a training program on interacting with special-needs students.

Canadian associations merge, continue tradition of education

In 2014, two bus transportation organizations in the province of Québec became one entity, creating the Bus Carriers Federation. The merger will help the industry handle possible contracting renewal challenges and continue a critical safety campaign.

School Bus Safety Co. launches new driver trainer course

The Trainer Certification Process covers such topics as behavioral interviewing, learning basics, coaching the adult learner and how to train new operators.

Rain doesn’t put a damper on N.Y. school bus competition

More than 100 drivers take part in the New York State School Bus Safety Competition. Winners are named in three categories, along with a Rookie of the Year.

Over 100 bus drivers to take on New York safety competition

The event, organized by the New York School Bus Contractors Association, will draw top drivers from around the state on Saturday.

Thomas Built Buses honors top dealers, dealer trainers

W.C. Cressey & Son is named the school bus OEM’s 2014 Dealer of the Year. The Dealer Trainer of the Year award goes to Trace Tolby of Auto Safety House.