West Clermont Local School District |
Administrative Guidelines |
8620 - BUS DRIVER PROCEDURES
A. |
Specific Responsibilities |
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Conduct pretrip inspection of school bus prior to every trip. |
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2. |
Use established routes and designated bus stops. |
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3. |
Operate bus on approved time schedule. |
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4. |
Report bus accidents and student injuries to authorities. |
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Conduct emergency evacuation drills in keeping with school policies. |
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6. |
Instruct riders regarding being responsible passengers. |
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7. |
Drive defensively under varying traffic conditions and inclement weather. |
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8. |
Drive with safety of riders as first priority. |
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9. |
Report personal absences in time for supervisor to secure substitute driver. |
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10. |
Report on and off the job at the proper time. |
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11. |
Maintain personal fitness--emotional stability and physical capacity. |
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12. |
Perform bus housekeeping duties. |
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13. |
Never leave the bus when students are present. |
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14. |
Never leave the keys on the bus. |
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15. |
Fill fuel tank as required. |
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16. |
Report bus defects to supervisor. |
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Establish favorable working relationships with other drivers, maintenance personnel, teachers, students, principals, and total school staff. |
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18. |
Exhibit positive image as a loyal representative of the School District. |
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19. |
Participate in taking extra trips according to the established procedure. |
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20. |
Observe all procedures contained in State guidelines and the bus driver's manual. |
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B. |
Specific Performance Abilities |
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Operate all vehicle types used in transporting students in the School District. |
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2. |
Know the transportation policy as it pertains to the riding area of the School District. |
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3. |
Demonstrate knowledge of administrative guidelines as made by local, State, and Federal authorities. |
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4. |
Deal with behavioral characteristics of riders. |
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5. |
Administer disciplinary procedures in keeping with school policies. |
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Be alert and exercise good judgement concerning emergencies, disabled vehicles, and irregular special requests by parents of riders. |
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7. |
Know location of and be able to use and/or operate the emergency and first-aid equipment. |
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C. |
Specific Legal Requirements To Be Met |
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Meet school bus driver certification requirements. |
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2. |
Meet State requirements for appropriate licensing. |
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3. |
Meet State physical examination requirements. |
Approved 7/1/15