EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK

4. When Agency buses are empty, no stops need to be made at railroad crossings. 5. When stopping at railroad tracks, drivers are to stop on the right hand edge of the road way or as near as practicable. Under no circumstances shall a bus be stopped in the left turn lane for a railroad grade crossing. 6. If railroad crossing arms are stuck in the lowered position, the bus shall not make the crossing unless the arms rise automatically or are raised by a railroad employee or a certified peace officer. E. HIGH WINDS When experiencing high winds, major highways shall be avoided. Drivers must call Dispatch for specific routing instructions. F. TRAFFIC TICKETS Any employee cited for a traffic violation while driving an Agency vehicle at any time will be responsible for the disposition of that citation that may include payment of applicable fines. This includes home-to-school transportation, field trips in buses, and travel in an Agency passenger or work vehicle. The Agency will require proof that the citation has been resolved and fines paid when required. Failure to comply will result in disciplinary action. G. AUTHORIZED TRANSPORTATION 1. Only students enrolled in school and residing within the established bus pick-up boundaries are permitted to ride the Agency buses. 2. Exceptions to this are authorized Agency personnel and adults who are authorized by the district to act as chaperons on field trips. If you have any doubts as to the authorization of a passenger boarding the bus, Dispatch must be notified immediately by radio. 3. School District bus aides may be allowed to be transported on the bus using established bus stops, and with proper approval. H. CHILD ABUSE Child abuse is legally defined as any act of omission or commission which endangers or impairs a child's physical or emotional health and development. These acts may include the following: • Physical abuse and corporal punishment resulting in an injury • Emotional abuse • Emotional deprivation • Physical neglect and/or inadequate supervision • Sexual abuse and exploitation

1. WARNING SIGNS - Below are some signs of child abuse to help recognize an existing or potential problem of abuse:

Physical abuse: a. Bruises, burns, abrasions, lacerations or swelling caused by other than accidental means. b. Belt buckle marks, handprints, bite and pinch marks. c. A history of recurring injuries. d. Unexplained injuries or conflicting explanations on reasons of injury. e. Very young child with injuries on the back of body from the neck to the knees.

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Revised 8/14/2024