Bus Safety!Everything YOU need to
know, in alphabetical order!
A
Always use the sidewalk when walking to and from the bus stop or school. If there is
no sidewalk walk facing traffic.
BBe aware of traffic around you. Play it
safe, don’t wear headphones when close to traffic.
CCross in front of the bus. Make sure the
driver is aware that you are about to cross. Make eye contact with the driver.
D
Don’t play in the street while waiting on the bus. Do stay in
a safe area.
EEnter the bus in a single file line.
Don’t push or play around.
F
Face forward when seated on a bus. Stay this way until you are ready to get off the
bus.
G
Get to your bus stop at least five minutes before your bus is scheduled to arrive.
H
Hold on to the handrail when you are entering or exiting the bus.
IIf you miss the bus, call a trusted adult to
carry you to school. Never ride with a stranger.
JJaywalking is dangerous. You should only
cross the street in designated spots. Sometimes it is important to cross at corners or crosswalks.
K
Keep a safe distance from the bus while waiting on it to stop. Once the bus stops
and the doors open, begin to move towards the bus.
LLoose draw strings or other strings should
be secured so that they do not cause you to trip. Sometimes they may get tangled in handrails.
NNever throw things while you are on the bus.
Keep hands inside the windows at al times.
OObey the rules of
the bus. This will help you get to school
safely.
QQuickly move to your seat and sit down.
Next, follow the rules of the bus.
R
Remember to look to the left and the right before stepping off of the bus and onto the
road.
S
Stay at least 10 feet from the road while waiting for the bus.
TTalk quietly while on the bus. Do not
distract the driver.
UUse emergency exits only in the case of an
emergency.
VVacant lots or building should be avoided
while walking to and from bus stops. Always use the buddy system.
WWait for the proper signal before crossing to
enter the bus.
XX marks the spot of a railroad crossing. It is
important to be silent when approaching a railway crossing.
YYou should follow all of the rules of the bus
driver. You can also make sure younger children are safe.
ZZero tolerance is
the key. Don’t let anyone talk
you into breaking a rule.
Safety is important. Do
your part.
Follow these rules and you are certain to be safe!
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