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Directions for Bus Sign-in Sheet

Wed, 03/29/2017 - 22:01

Families depend on programs to keep their children safe at all times. This includes when they travel to and from the program by bus. This sample sign-in sheet has a written attendance log that staff and family members can sign every time a child gets on and off the bus. There is also a space on the sheet for a photo of each child. The photos help staff with name-to-face recognition, so they always release the right child to an authorized adult. These simple injury prevention strategies can help staff account for all children who ride the bus.

Encouraging Safe Behavior on Buses

Wed, 05/03/2017 - 13:19

Consider these strategies that help children learn socialization skills and develop safe behaviors on the bus.

Vehicle Evacuation Drills

Wed, 05/03/2017 - 13:44

Consider these strategies as you prepare for vehicle evacuation drills.

Keeping Children Safe in and Around Cars

Wed, 05/03/2017 - 14:37

It is never safe for a child to be in or around a vehicle without adult supervision. During the warmer months of the year, unattended children left in cars are more likely to suffer heat-related illnesses. Children also may suffer injury when playing alone around parked vehicles. Program staff and parents can use this resource to learn more about car safety practices that keep young children healthy.

Communication Training for Head Start Transportation Staff

Wed, 05/03/2017 - 15:55

Use this resource to identify staff training issues that impact the quality of transportation services.

Bus Driver Road Performance Observation Form

Wed, 05/03/2017 - 16:03

Program directors and transportation coordinators can use this resource to observe the driving performance of bus drivers.

Transportation Safety

Tue, 11/24/2020 - 08:56

This video discusses how to keep children safe while transporting them to and from early education settings and answers common questions on policies and strategies.

Transportation Services Checklist

Tue, 07/05/2022 - 09:22

Use this checklist to maintain a comprehensive transportation system that is safe, cost effective, and compliant with state and federal regulations.

1303.72 Vehicle operation.

Mon, 08/22/2016 - 20:29

Read vehicle operation requirements related to safety, driver qualifications and application reviews, and training for drivers and bus monitors.

Read more about 1303.72 Vehicle operation.

Hiring and Training Bus Drivers and Monitors

Wed, 07/27/2022 - 13:12

Consider these criteria and regulations when selecting and training Head Start bus drivers and monitors.