Bus Safety

One reason a child should follow the same “safe route to school” is so parents will know where to find the child if necessary.

• True
• False

In a non-emergency situation, a typical bus ride, students sitting in the back of the bus should leave from the back first.

• True
• False

If the light is yellow, you should run to cross the intersection in time.

• True
• False

Danger zones are unsafe because the driver cannot see you.

• True
• False

Traffic signals must be obeyed by everyone – drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists.

• True
• False

A pedestrian has the right-of- way in a crosswalk with no traffic signal.

• True
• False

How many feet away from the bus is the danger zone?

• 5 feet
• 10 feet
• 15 feet
• 20 feet

When boarding the bus it is a good idea to ________________. 

• Take a seat right away, watch your step, and use the handrail
• Take a seat, watch your step, always be first in line
• Push your way to the front, skip steps, use a level 3 voice
• Take a seat, use the handrail, wave out the window to someone I know

What do you need to do when you leave the bus in an emergency evacuation?

• Listen for the driver’s instructions and move to a safe area away from the bus.

• Get another ride home.

• Wait in your seat until it is your turn to exit the bus.

• Take all books, backpacks, and other items with you.

Ways that you can help the bus driver are __________________.

• Use a number 1 voice and ask the driver questions while he/she is driving

• Bring a snack on the bus each day and share it with the bus driver

• Keep the noise level low and keep belongings and feet out of the aisle

• Talk to your friends who are a few seats away