School Bus Safety Rules of Andhra Pradesh

• School name, address, and contact details should be displayed on both the left side and back of the school bus.
• The age of a school bus driver should not exceed 60 years, and drivers should undergo periodic health tests.
• School authorities should appoint only drivers with more than 5 years of experience driving a school bus.
• School buses should be inspected regularly by the school authorities.
• Every school bus should have first aid medicines and equipment available on board.
• A first aid kit and at least one adult attendant are required on board the bus.
• The school bus driver as well as the attendant should meet the age requirements set by the Transport Commissioner of Andhra Pradesh.
• A complete list of students along with their name, address, class, and destination should be kept inside the bus.
• Camera systems should be installed on the bus so the driver can monitor the interior and exterior of the bus.
• Every school bus should have a fire extinguisher and space for keeping students' bags. Signal lights on each corner of the bus should be functional.
• School bus drivers should receive appropriate training before entering employment.
• The school bus driver should have a valid licence, issued in the interest of improving student safety.
• School buses should not carry children exceeding their seating capacity.
• Handrails should be fitted near the doors for safe entry and exit of students.

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