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Last Answer on February 07, 2021

What is the angriest a parent has ever been with you and what happens?

Asked by Connie bear over 5 years ago

I've had a parent step up on my bus and shout in my face before. Generally once they say what they want to say it's over. Occasionally they will get so riled up that they will ignore bus driver requests to exit the bus and we have to call the police. The police can then arrest them for trespassing.

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Also the administrators and supervisors would see it and if it was too harsh or too nice they could change or toss it out. They could still also make another punishment. It’s more work for them and sometimes they may not even get around to it.

Asked by 933738292 over 5 years ago

See my previous answer.

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Is Cummins the best engine?

Asked by Nsnsbs over 5 years ago

I'm not really sure to be honest. That would be a question for a mechanic.

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What is the worst weather you have ever had to drive a bus through?

Asked by Dav over 5 years ago

Probably pouring down rain where I could not see a few feet in front of me and I had to stop due to a tornado warning.

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Why do you not like unions very much?

Asked by Rosemary almost 6 years ago

Unions have their benefits and disadvantages. It depends on the state you live in as to how well a union would work for you.

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Do bus drivers get paid by the hour, by the mile, or some other way? Does it depend on the company or district.

Asked by Stan almost 6 years ago

It depends on the district and the company. Most districts/companies are moving away from mileage and going towards a flat hourly pay scale for drivers. This reduces paperwork and allows for better flexibility in pay increases. That way a driver who has only been there 5 years isn't making more than a driver that's been there 15.

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