Safety around school buses is critical for the safety of pedestrians and motorists. The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has prepared the following tips for your information.

Safety Tips for Motorists

Drive with extra care whenever you see a school bus in front of you or coming toward you. Ensure that you know the rules regarding school buses:

  • When driving on a road WITHOUT a median:
    • If a school bus flashes its red lights, traffic in both directions must stop at least 20 metres from the bus. Travel may not resume until the school bus resumes motion and/or the lights have stopped flashing.
  • When driving on a road WITH a median:
    • Traffic coming from the opposite direction is not required to stop

      Children seated inside a school bus

Safety Tips for Parents

  • Remind your child/children to be extra careful when boarding or getting off the school bus
  • Teach your child/children to look for traffic before crossing the road
  • Remind your child/children to follow the school bus safety rules taught at school
  • Encourage your child/children to help their school bus driver keep his/her attention on road safety by being good passengers

Violating Laws Related to School Buses

Violating laws related to school buses will result in fines and demerit points. Learn more from Ontario's Highway Traffic Act.