Downloadable PDF of Bus Accident Infographic
Facts:
Bus Crashes In 2015:
295 deaths, 49 of which were bus occupants
24,000 people injured
62% of bus fatalities were from front-end impacts
2005 – 2015 Fatal Bus accidents:
41% were school buses
3% were transit buses
13% were intercity buses
2006 – 2015
1,313 people killed in school bus crashes
301 were school-age children: 33% were 5-7 years old, 34% were 8-13 years old
-In, 2015,
Common reasons for bus accidents:
Driver Fatigue
Driver Incompetence
Aggressive Driver
Poor Bus Maintenance
Safety tips:
Boarding the Bus
Avoid behaviors that can lead to distraction
Stand back and away from the curb
Stay at the bus stop and away from private property, alleys or the street itself
If you have a child, hold their hand as the bus approaches
Line up away from the road or street when a bus arrives
Do not chase a moving bus once it has left the bus stop
Approach the bus when it has come to a complete stop and the door is opened
When boarding, use the handrails
On the bus
Buckle up if seat belts are available
Do not distract the driver (i.e. loud music, loud talking, etc.)
If you have a seat, stay in it.
If you must stand, use handrails or approved safety devices
Do not put any body part (hands, arms, head, etc.) out the window
Keep aisles clear
Before reaching your stop, gather up all belongings
Only get up from your seat when the bus comes to a complete stop
Getting off the bus
When exiting, use the handrails
Only cross in front of a bus at a traffic stop and make sure the driver sees you
When crossing in front of a bus, keep a lookout for sudden changes in traffic
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