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Travelling to school by bus is the safest transport option for New Zealand school children, but it still has risks. This 2022 research reviews the current state of school bus safety in New Zealand and discusses ways to improve it.

To better understand the risks to school bus users, the researchers of this study reviewed New Zealand and overseas literature, engaged with stakeholders and did technical analyses.

Their review of guidance, policy, legislation and practice covered all aspects of school bus safety. This included road infrastructure, speed management, vehicle safety, driver management, student education and bus occupant protection. They also suggest ways to address safety issues and gaps.

Keywords:

bus, children, driver safety, education, passengers, public transport, risk assessment, road safety, school, school bus, seatbelts, speed management, vehicle safety, vehicle standards

Authors:

A Fayaz Mansoor, Abley Limited, Christchurch
D Harris, Abley Limited, Christchurch
A Head, Abley Limited, Christchurch
T Bowis, Bowis Consulting Limited, Dunedin