As back-to-school season approaches, school bus operators and drivers must be ready and equipped to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for their passengers. On this episode of the IHSA Safety Podcast, Doug Heintz, Vice President of High Risk Activity Training and Operations at IHSA, shares valuable tips on school bus safety and passenger management.

Doug, who worked in the bus business for 14 years, shares his experiences as a former school bus driver and the strategies used by school bus drivers, including understanding the Highway Traffic Act and Ministry of Transportation requirements. Doug also emphasizes the importance of understanding the seven Cs of student management: create, control, clarity, consistency, collaboration, consequences, and communication. These strategies will help ensure the safety and well-being of 50 to 60 children on school buses.

Free resources:

School buses – the importance of a pre-trip inspection

School bus safety

Driving near school zones

Stopping for school buses

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