SCHOOL BUS SAFETY TIPS

Information courtesy of the American Red Cross and AAA of Michigan

Advice for kids to stay safe:

•  Line up facing the school bus door-not along the side of the school bus.

•  Don't play in the street while waiting for the school bus.

•  Carry your belongings in a backpack or book bag.

•  Never reach under a school bus to get anything that has rolled or fallen underneath.

•  After getting off the school bus, move immediately onto the sidewalk or road shoulder out of traffic.

•  Wait for a signal from the bus driver before you cross the street.  Walk at least 10 steps away from the front of the bus so the driver can see you.

•  Never cross the street behind the school bus.

•  Listen to and obey the school bus driver at all times.

•  Sit quietly in the seat and speak quietly with other children.

School Bus Safety advice for Motorists:

•  When the yellow lights on the school bus are blinking low, you may pass the bus but please go slow.

•  When the yellow lights are flashing on top, please be prepared to stop.

•  When red lights are flashing, stop at least 20 feet from the school bus and remain stopped until the red lights stop flashing.

•  Obey the posted speed limits in residential and school zones.