Bus drivers: Close calls at bus stops too common

Texting, cell phones, other distractions often to blame

Monday, November 22, 2010

After avoiding a potential tragedy last week, school transportation officials hope the public takes note of safety issues when students get on and off buses.

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Lavonda Murray, location safety manager for First Student in Jefferson City, said they instruct the children that when they get off the bus to make eye contact with the bus driver. The bus driver will check his or her mirrors and out the windows. When the driver believes it is safe, the child will be given a thumbs up to tell them it’s safe to cross.

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