Children Safety - Driving With School Buses - Driver Safety

Driving With School Buses — 4 Tips to Keep Our Children Safe

istockphoto Be patient. Buses makes frequent stops. Give yourself extra time if you need to drive through a school zone.
See also: Adjust your route to avoid school zones. Slow down! Speed limits in school zones tend to be 5 to 10 miles per hour below the normal posted speed. Stop for buses. Passing a stopped school bus is against the law. Watch for pedestrians. Be cautious and prepared. Look for pedestrians, especially on sidewalks and around driveways, intersections and residential neighborhoods.

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