School Bus safety reminders for Hampton Roads, VA drivers and students

Schools have been up and running for almost two months now.  School bus safety is more important than ever.  As drivers we must be aware that children are everywhere waiting for the school buses.

Here are some helpful tips to remember:

• School buses are one of the safest vehicles on the road.
• Most school bus incidents happen off the bus, as opposed to on the bus.
• If you have to cross the street in front of the bus, walk on the sidewalk or along the side of the road to a point at least five giant steps (10 feet) ahead of the bus before you cross. Be sure that the bus driver can see you, and you can see the bus driver.
• When the bus approaches, stand at least five giant steps (10 feet) away from the curb, and line up away from the street.

• When the school bus has flashing red lights and the stop bar, you must stop and allow children to get on or off the bus.