School Bus Safety Features

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, your children are 13 times safer riding the school bus than riding in a car or public transportation. School buses are typically outfitted with the latest safety features, which vary by state and district. A bus company is generally required to provide the safest transportation for school children.
  1. Zonar System with GPS Tracking

    • The Zonar with GPS provides the transportation team real-time information when a bus is en route, such as pre-trip, post-trip and child-check inspections, bus locations, bus travel speed and ground traffic control with Google Routing.

    On-Board Cameras

    • On-board cameras monitors and records all activities on route.

    Safety Crossing Gates

    • Safety crossing gates makes sure children cross in front of buses at safe distances.

    Flashing Lights and Extended Stop Arms

    • A standard feature of a school bus are flashing lights and extended stop arms that warn motorists children are boarding or unloading from a bus. Motorists are prohibited to pass a bus from the front or the back.

    Well-Anchored Seats with High Padded Backs

    • Well-anchored seats with high padded backs are another standard feature that provides a protective absorbent in the event of impact.

    Restraint Systems and On-Board Attendant

    • Smaller buses that transport preschool and special needs children are equipped with car seats, if needed, and special restraint systems for protection. An attendant will ride with the children during their travel.

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