School Transit Turning to Technology in Safety Push
Brandon Hayes had far too many close calls regarding student safety during his nine years as a school-bus driver. “I’ve experienced it myself,” said the chief transportation officer for Township High School District 113 in Highland Park. “I’ve seen cars barreling down on a stopped bus. I’ve had to blow the bus horn. “We’ve had near-misses. As a driver, to sit in that sit and not be able to tell if a car is going to stop or not — and to have students outside the bus not paying
Jun 10
Why the BUILD America 250 Act Gives Us Hope for School Bus Safety
As parents, there are countless things you worry about when your child leaves for school each morning. One thing most of us don't think about often is the few moments when our children are getting on or off the school bus. Yet those moments can be some of the most dangerous. Every day, drivers illegally pass stopped school buses while children are crossing streets, walking to sidewalks, or stepping onto the bus. It's a problem that school transportation professionals have b
Jun 10
Cameras Catch Violations, But They Don’t Stop Them
Every day, millions of kids step off a school bus and cross the street, and as parents, we all know that’s a dangerous part of their day. Across the country, a lot of communities have turned to camera programs to deal with drivers who go around stopped buses. Those systems do what they’re supposed to do: they document violations and issue tickets. But that’s really where it ends. The bigger issue is still happening. Even with these systems in place, thousands of drivers conti
May 11
Industry Suppliers Offer Distracted Driving Awareness Month Reminders — Featured in School Bus Fleet
As distracted driving remains a concern, school bus safety efforts highlight the importance of driver awareness and stopping for children entering and exiting buses. Distracted driving continues to pose serious risks in school zones, with new data and driver insights highlighting ongoing concerns and potential solutions to improve student and roadway safety. April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, bringing attention to the risks distractions pose on roadways, particularl
Apr 15
BusGates Urges Proactive Measures During Distracted Driving Awareness Month to Protect Students at Bus Stops
Launches new Safety Campaign to reduce illegal passing of school buses in real time. ILLINOIS – In recognition of April being designated as Distracted Driving Awareness Month, BusGates®, the makers of LED stop arm extensions, is raising awareness about the ongoing risks students face at school bus stops and asking drivers to be more diligent while encouraging communities to consider additional safety measures aimed at preventing illegal passing incidents that put students at
Apr 8
