School Bus Safety - The City of Red Deer

Did You Know?

That school buses in Alberta transport nearly 250,000 youngsters twice a day.
More than 6,300 school buses are driven by drivers every school day in Alberta.
The greatest danger to student passengers is during loading and unloading procedures.

We want to keep children safe on their way to school and on their way home too.

What's your role as a Motorist?

Motorists must watch for children crossing roads and prepare to slow down and stop.
Alternating flashing amber lights mean a bus is slowing down to stop - do the same.
Motorists who drive in the city of Red Deer should be aware that school buses in the city do not use flashing red lights or stop arms on any road which has a curb. This means that motorists must be extra vigilant when driving near school buses.
Always be aware of and respect "Point, Pause and Proceed" used by Alberta school children when crossing roads. Stop for pedestrians.
Parents should plan to have a safe place for kids to go in case they miss the bus. Tell them never to take rides from strangers.
Take the time to discuss school bus safety with your children and help them be aware of the kids facts.

Always listen to the bus driver.
Always stand in a group while waiting for the bus. No pushing or shoving.
Always stay out of the danger zone until the bus driver says it's ok to get on. You are too close if you can touch the bus.
Let the little kids get on the bus first and then get on yourself, one at a time.
Always remember to sit down right away and stay seated until you get off the bus.
Face forward, talk quietly and keep your head, hands and arms inside the bus at all times. Keep your feet out of the aisle.
Always remember to wait until the bus stops before standing up and leaving your seat. Move away from the bus and out of the danger zone right away when you get off the bus.
Always look all four ways before crossing the road - left, right, ahead and behind.