Policy 3730

Student Transportation

Transportation - Safety

Reviewed and affirmed by the Board:  10/24/2017
Last Revision: 
Original publish date: 01/26/2010
Related policies & regulations:  5410, 5410-1
Legal references:  Neb. Rev. Stat. sections 79-318, 79-602, 79-607 and 79-608; Neb. Rev. Stat. sections 79-254 to 79-294; Title 92, Nebraska Administrative Code, Chapters 91 and 92

  

The safety of the student being transported is a primary concern of all involved.  When safety conditions are violated, any interested party should report on the condition to whom they believe responsible or their superior.

1. All vehicles used in the transportation program must meet or exceed “The Nebraska Minimum Standards Governing School Transportation Vehicles.”
2. There shall be a systematic preventive maintenance program to insure mechanical safety and efficiency.
3. In addition to meeting statutory requirements for licensing, school bus drivers will participate in those in-service training programs aimed at increasing safety.
4. Transportation staff shall conduct an interior “walk through” inspection for students at the end of each route and activity trip.
5. Rules governing student conduct will emphasize the necessity for safety.

Students who are assigned to ride school buses are responsible for assisting in the safe and efficient operation of the transportation plan by knowing and adhering to the adopted regulations.