Parents often wonder why there are no seat belts on school buses. This powerful, in-depth report ABC News did for Nightline asked the same question. This is a story parents need to watch.
At SafeGuard4Kids.com we hear a LOT of excuses against the use of seat belts on school buses. One of those excuses is that seat belts will be used as a weapon; that mean kids will swing them and strike other children. Let’s look at the reality. Or better yet, the next time you’re in your… Continue reading.
It’s probably the most common excuse we hear from people about putting seat belts on school buses: Seat belts will slow down evacuations. Imagine a bus full of children overturning. Without seat belts, they won’t stay in their seats. They’ll be tossed around the inside of the bus like clothes in a dryer. Depending on… Continue reading.
We all know that seat belts save lives and reduce injuries, but when you add them to a school bus, they can make a world of difference in behavior. If your child is being bullied on their bus, or if you’re a driver or transportation director dealing with the issue, lap-shoulder belts, along with assigned… Continue reading.