Winter conditions pose unique challenges for drivers, and when it comes to school bus drivers, the stakes are even higher. Ensuring the safety of dozens of children on board requires not only exceptional driving skills but also a deep understanding of winter road hazards.
: School bus driving
×Tips for driving a school bus in winter conditions
Leonard D'Orlando, August 15, 2024
Winter conditions pose unique challenges for drivers, and when it comes to school bus drivers, the stakes are even higher. Ensuring the safety of dozens of children on board requires not only exceptional driving skills but also a deep understanding of winter road hazards.
The prepared school bus driver: The key to safe transportation
Leonard D'Orlando, September 29, 2022
The number one goal of every school bus driver is the transportation of all students safely. Many drivers learn from day-to-day situations how to improve their safety measures. Ultimately, over the years they develop proven methods for providing student transportation in a safe and efficient manner.
Operating Onspot E-training is now available for school bus drivers
Thomas Ancart, September 15, 2022
Every year, millions of children take the bus every day to go to school and go home. For a short time, the school bus driver has the mission to transport young passengers safely and bring them to their destination on time. His mission becomes harder when winter is coming, as slippery roads can affect his daily routine. Learn more here
School bus planning for winter conditions - Automatic Tire Chains
Ulrik Andersson, September 1, 2022
Being a school bus driver carries a lot of responsibility. The main concern is getting the children to and from their school activities safely. This is challenging enough on a regular day, but now imagine it is the middle of winter with roads covered in ice and snow. Read below on how Onspot is here to help.
The school bus: A history of safety and innovation
Leonard D'Orlando, December 2, 2021
The school season is in full swing which means for people living in the US and Canada school buses are running routes through neighborhoods taking kids to school in the early morning hours and safely returning them home again in the afternoon. Learn more here.
School bus driver – Why do I need automatic tire chains ?
Thomas Ancart, November 18, 2021
Being a School Bus Driver is a very important job. You have the responsability to bring the kids to school and home on time and safely. During the season, you will be faced to slippery roads and you have to be prepared !
The right equipment makes all the difference
Leonard D'Orlando, April 16, 2020
The school bus of today has come a long way from buses of the past. A whole host of features ranging from tracking equipment, on board cameras, and seat belts are just a few features that can be found inside its signature yellow exterior. This technology is designed to improve both driver function and student safety. Rightfully so as thousands of these vehicles carry students of all ages from home to school and back again.
The Onspot Checklist: A Guide to Proper Operation
Leonard D'Orlando, August 8, 2019
School may be out for the summer but this time of the year is still a busy one for the majority of bus drivers and fleet directors. There are several state and local conferences drivers attend that offer the latest information, insights, and training on a wide range of topics. Some conferences even offer a bus "Roadeo" where drivers can put their skills to the test. This is also a time when many school districts re-focus their attention on the previous school year.
What School Bus Drivers Say about Onspot
Leonard D'Orlando, July 25, 2019
Driver satisfaction is an important facet to the success of any fleet. In addition to general maintenance, driver training in all aspects of the use and function of a school bus leads to the successful, safe transportation of school children. But, what do bus drivers say about Onspot?