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1007 Questions

Last Answer on February 07, 2021

If the bus rarely if ever comes early then why do bus drivers want us at stops 5-10 minutes early?!

Asked by You do not know about 6 years ago

Because we want you waiting on us. When we have subs do our routes, they count on kids standing outside waiting. With mine, as long as you are ready to go, i don't mind if you wait in the doorway inside.

518 Votes

Have you ever tried a drive through in a bus?

Asked by Dan about 6 years ago

Most drive thru's have height restrictions that basically prevent buses from going through them.

516 Votes

I have two weeks off the bus now and never got my answer so now what?

Asked by Pam about 6 years ago

Start walking to school or pay for a taxi, then be grateful you have a ride to school on the bus after the 2 weeks is up.

514 Votes

What was your worst situation /experience in your job?

BR

Asked by Basti83 over 6 years ago

Sorry for the delay in reply. My worst experience that I can remember is a cross between kids throwing up and a kid who got beaten up by another kid and I had to call for police assistance.

513 Votes

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Thanks for answering my last question! One more did that driver loose his/her job that ran your stop arm?

Asked by Jimmy about 6 years ago

You're welcome. No they did not lose their job but they did get a lot of crap from fellow drivers for a few weeks. We're human, we make mistakes. We just pray that no child gets hurt.

510 Votes

Why are some of the hoods of the buses painted black?

Asked by Randy over 6 years ago

Supposedly it reduces glare that bounces up from the hood of the vehicle.

509 Votes

What are common rookie mistakes?

Asked by Jeff (made up a name) about 6 years ago

Being too cocky on the road is a big one. Not realizing just how big the bus is and how long it takes it to stop. Cutting corners too fast. Hitting mailboxes or trashcans. These are all common rookie mistakes.

505 Votes