Even in daylight, blind spots around a school bus make it easy to miss nearby passengers. Thanks to new tech, the danger zone can now be detected — and lives saved because of it.
A combination of radar units, LED ground lights, and haptic feedback comes together in the Saf-T-Zone system.
The New York Association for Pupil Transportation, New York State School Bus Contractors Association, and law enforcement educate the public on illegal passing dangers and unveil Suffolk County’s new safety technology program.
Having a clear view in and around the bus is critical for ensuring rider safety. The latest products to help include high-definition camera systems, stop arms equipped with radar and artificial intelligence, and LED mirrors.
The two states are the latest out of 25 to allow the lighting system as optional equipment.
The school bus manufacturer teams up with Safety Vision to install Mobileye collision avoidance systems on all of its new and existing buses.
Activities of note included a briefing with law enforcement, distributing illuminated wristbands, and events recognizing bus drivers and monitors.
“Driven to Learn,” written by Albin J. Weiler, details his experiences and those of his fellow drivers behind the wheel and includes pupil transportation lessons and tips.
Middle school students from Vermillion School District participate in the American Automobile Association’s School Safety Patrol program to promote proper school bus safety among their peers.
Integrated mirrors with driver alert LEDs, an artificial intelligence-powered stop-arm camera system, and heavy-duty wheelchair tie-downs were some of the latest technology options showcased at the NAPT trade show on Nov. 5 in Columbus, Ohio.
media brand
The secure and easy all-access connection to your content.
Bookmarked content can then be accessed anytime on all of your logged in devices!
Already a member? Log In