Bus-stop safety starts before boarding

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NHTSA distinguishes waiting, boarding and crossing.

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Waiting

NHTSA advises arriving at least five minutes before the bus and waiting at least ten feet from the curb. Visit the stop together beforehand to identify that waiting place.

Keep running and play away from the stop. This national guidance does not verify a local route, pickup time or assigned stop.

Boarding

Wait for the bus to stop completely, the door to open and the driver to give permission before getting on or off. Use the handrail.

The pause separates approaching a vehicle from being invited to enter it. A familiar driver or a bus that appears nearly stopped does not replace those steps.

Crossing

Never walk behind the bus. If crossing in front is necessary, NHTSA says to use the sidewalk or street edge to reach a point at least ten feet ahead, then make eye contact with the driver before crossing.

Tell the driver about a dropped item rather than reaching into a place where the driver might not see you.

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