Bus Rules, Procedures, and Guidelines
Bus Rules, Procedures, and Guidelines
Guidelines – recommendations for a positive experience:
- Arrive at the bus stop 5 minutes before scheduled departure.
- Fill seats as directed by the driver.
- Report any damage or vandalism on the bus to the driver.
- Report lost or found articles to the bus driver.
Regulations – required for safety and compliance with laws:
- No animals or pets on the bus, except for licensed guide dogs.
- No skateboards, radios, tape players, or other type of stereo equipment on the bus.
- No talking to bus driver while bus is in motion.
- When getting off the bus, cross the street in the crosswalk or under the direct supervision of the driver.
- Never cross the street behind the bus.
Rules – mandatory, violations subject to immediate disciplinary action:
- No screaming, yelling, or loud talking.
- No eating, drinking or smoking.
- No pushing, shoving, or physical contact with other riders.
- No profanity, name-calling, abusive language, or rude/offensive behavior.
- No littering, throwing items, or damaging the bus.
- No opening or using the emergency exit, except in a true emergency.
- Remain seated at all times.
- Keep all items, including body parts, inside the bus.
