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The safety and welfare of student riders shall be the first consideration in all matters pertaining to transportation. Safety precautions shall be included in all bus contracts and shall include the following:

1. Children shall be instructed as to the proper procedure for boarding and exiting from a school bus and in proper and safe conduct while aboard.

2. Emergency evacuation drills shall be conducted at least two times a year (Oct.-May) to acquaint student riders with procedures to be followed in emergency situations.

3. All vehicles used to transport children shall be inspected on a regular schedule to ensure that they meet applicable safety regulations.

4. All drivers shall be screened before employment for physical condition, proper license, and experience. The prior driving record of each driver shall be checked for drug and alcohol or other convictions and a criminal records check must also be completed.

The District and/or the independent contractor shall comply with all state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to the operation of school buses and shall make these requirements known to bus drivers. It shall also cooperate with local safety officials in formulating and accomplishing its school bus safety program.

Statutory Reference:

RSA 186:6-a (School Bus Safety)

RSA 200:40 (Emergency Care)

See Appendix: JICC-R & EEA-R

NHSBA Code EEAE

First Reading Coordination: 06/25/02

Second Reading and Approval BOSC: 07/08/02