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Automated external defibrillator (AED) mounted on a wall inside a manufacturing facility, highlighting workplace emergency preparedness and safety equipment availability.
Newsby Nicole DamronMarch 24, 2026

Should School Buses Have AEDs? OEM’s New Safety Investment Sparks Discussion

A growing push to expand AED access is raising a key question for the school bus industry.

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Articlesby Bret E. BrooksNovember 12, 2025

The Overlooked Priority: Why School Bus Companies Must Invest in Security Training

School bus safety isn’t just about driving; it’s about preparedness. Discover why investing in security training is crucial for protecting drivers and students.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseOctober 20, 2025

Threat Preparedness Training Grant Now Open

With STOP Grant funding open, S.T.A.R.T. pushes school leaders to prioritize active-threat training for bus drivers.

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SponsoredOctober 15, 2025

When Seconds Save Lives: Active Threat Response & The School Bus

Bus drivers are essentially first responders on wheels. Find out how active threat training equips them to protect students when it matters most as we talk to S.T.A.R.T. CEO Jim Levine about emergency preparedness and response. Sponsored by IC Bus.

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Sponsoredby Amanda HuggettOctober 15, 2025

When Seconds Save Lives: Active Threat Response & The School Bus [Video]

Bus drivers need to be first responders on wheels. Find out how active threat training equips them to protect students when it matters most. On this episode of The Route, we talk to S.T.A.R.T. CEO Jim Levine about emergency preparedness and response. The Route is sponsored by IC Bus — proudly manufacturing the Next Generation CE Series.

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Collage showing hurricane satellite image, wildfire flames, storm-damaged home debris, and flooded street with stop sign. Overlay text reads “Natural Disasters: Stories of Preparation, Recovery & Resilience – School Bus Fleet.”
Articlesby StaffMay 7, 2025

What To Do When Natural Disaster Strikes: Tips & Stories from School Transportation Teams

Mother Nature sometimes has her own plans, and transportation teams must be ready to fight back against whatever disaster she has in store. Review best practices for emergency preparedness and learn what others advise from recent experience.

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Newsby Wes PlattNovember 3, 2023

Seeking Input: School Transportation Weather Emergency Preparedness

Participate in this quick survey by Nov. 10 to share your insights about how prepared your school district is to deal with dangerous winter weather events.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Amanda HuggettSeptember 12, 2022

Crucial Steps to Take After a School Bus Accident

No matter how serious an accident is, bus drivers and school officials should be ready for the worst with proactive emergency reaction plans in place to respond quickly and keep students safe. Here’s what to do.

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Articlesby StaffMarch 1, 2002

Be Prepared for the Unexpected

Unexpected phenomena such as riots, strikes, tornadoes, earthquakes, snowstorms and other natural disasters can pose a threat to your operations. Here's how to prep.

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