As winter approaches, it’s crucial to ensure the safety and preparedness of your bus. Whether you manage a fleet of school buses, run a local transit service, or operate a tour bus company, it’s important to have a well-stocked emergency kit on each bus to prepare for winter. Here are the essential items you should include in your bus’s winter emergency kit. First Aid Kit A comprehensive first aid kit is a must-have. It should include bandages, antiseptic wipes, adhesive tape, scissors, and over-the-counter pain relievers. In winter, consider adding hand warmers and thermal blankets to help keep passengers warm… Read more »
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Top Tips for Driving Buses During the Fall Season
The fall season is a time of vibrant colors, cooler temperatures, and the unmistakable scent of changing leaves. While its beauty is undeniable, it also introduces unique driving challenges, especially for large vehicles like buses. As autumn leaves begin to blanket the roads, adjusting your driving habits to ensure the safety of passengers and pedestrians is essential. Here are a few tips for driving buses during the fall season! Understand Fall Road Conditions During fall, the combination of rain and fallen leaves can create very slippery conditions, making roads more dangerous than they appear. It is crucial to be observant,… Read more »
5 Ways to Prepare Your Bus Fleet for Winter
Proper precautions should always be taken to ensure the safety of your bus fleet but especially during the unpredictable winter months. From heavy snowfall to icy roads and pavement, driving in winter weather can be dangerous, especially if your vehicle is not in optimal condition! Here are five ways to prepare your bus fleet so you can ensure the safety of all your drivers and passengers this winter. 1) Check Windshield and Wipers Get up close and personal with your windshield. Are there any cracks in the glass? Do the wipers look worn? Is there too much space between the… Read more »