Health Tip: Stay Safe Around the School Bus

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(HealthDay News) -- Teaching children to take precautions while waiting for, entering and exiting a school bus can help keep them safe.

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The National Safety Council offers these suggestions:

• Wait for the bus far away from traffic. Stay on the sidewalk, and pay attention to passing cars.
• Use the handrail while entering and exiting the bus.
• Don't approach the bus until it has completely stopped, and the door is open.
• Allow at least 10 feet clearance if you cross the street in front of the bus. Wait for the driver to tell you that it's safe to cross.
• Make sure the driver can see where you are after you've left the vehicle.
• Stay well away from the bus's rear wheels.

-- Diana Kohnle