Approved: September 12, 2005 751.2
Revised: October 8, 2014
SCHOOL BUS SAFETY PROGRAM
The Evansville Community School District Board of Education supports the need for awareness of safety regulations pertaining to school buses. Emergency evacuation procedures will be reviewed annually and drills on buses will be conducted as needed or at least once every two years and documented and filed with the District. Students, parent(s)/guardian(s) and bus drivers will be acquainted with the rules and regulations concerning safety on school buses.
All vehicles used to transport students shall be maintained in such conditions so as to provide safe and efficient transportation services with a minimum of delays and disruption. Buses shall be replaced at such intervals so as to provide good equipment at all times.
Bus drivers will be trained to respond to basic medical emergencies and on the unique needs of their riders as appropriate. Training will be a joint responsibility of the Bus Contractor and District. Copies of bus transportation policies will be provided to the Bus Contractor.
Legal Ref.: Sections 115.76(5) Wisconsin Statutes (Children With Disabilities, Definitions)
121.54(9) (Transportation by School Districts)
PI 7, TRANS 300, Wisconsin Administrative Code
Local Ref.: School Safety Response Plan
Emergency Nursing Services
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