Gardian Angel
School Bus Safety Lighting System
Students should be seen, not hit
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GA Gen 2 + GA2-Red
Dual White Floods + Dual Red Strobes
Complete Visibility System
Maximum Coverage for School Bus Safety Operations
The Gardian Angel GA GEN 2 + GA2-Red combines dual-side pedestrian illumination with enhanced warning visibility to provide the most comprehensive exterior lighting configuration in the Gardian Angel product lineup.
Two high-output 1,000-lumen white LED floodlights illuminate pedestrian pathways on both sides of the front of the school bus, while two high-intensity red LED warning strobes mounted on the hood provide an additional visual warning for approaching motorists.
The system activates automatically with the bus’s red warning-light sequence, providing dedicated illumination and enhanced warning visibility throughout the student loading and unloading environment.
Designed as an affordable retrofit solution, the system can be added to existing school bus fleets.
Important: Red warning strobes are prohibited in certain states. Always verify state requirements before ordering or installing this configuration.
Maximum Coverage Around the School Bus
A school bus loading zone has two critical visibility needs:
Students need to see where they are walking.
Approaching motorists need to recognize an active school bus stop.
The GA GEN 2 + GA2-Red addresses both, on both sides of the front of the bus.
Two white LED floodlights illuminate the pedestrian pathways on each side, while two high-intensity red strobes provide an additional warning signal for approaching motorists.
Complete Visibility at a Glance
Dual-Side Pedestrian Illumination
Two 1,000-lumen white LED floodlights illuminate pedestrian pathways on both sides of the bus.
Dual Red Warning Strobes
Two high-intensity flashing red LED strobes provide enhanced warning visibility.
18–20 Feet of Illumination
Creates approximately 6–8-foot-wide illuminated pathways extending approximately 18–20 feet from the bus.
Automatic Operation
The system activates with the bus’s red warning-light sequence.
Maximum Exterior Coverage
Combines pedestrian illumination and motorist warning visibility in one complete system.
30,000+ Hour LED Life
Long-life LED technology designed for reliable, low-maintenance operation.
How the Complete Visibility System Works
01 — The Bus Stops
The school bus stops and the driver activates the red warning-light system.
02 — The System Activates
The two white LED floodlights and two red LED warning strobes activate with the warning-light sequence.
03 — Both Pedestrian Paths Are Illuminated
One 1,000-lumen white floodlight illuminates each side of the front of the bus, creating visible pedestrian pathways on both sides.
04 — Approaching Motorists Receive an Additional Warning
The two high-intensity red LED strobes mounted on the hood provide an additional visual warning designed to attract the attention of approaching motorists.
05 — Students Enter or Exit
Students have illuminated pathways on both sides of the bus while the red strobes provide additional warning visibility to approaching traffic.
06 — The Warning Sequence Ends
When the school bus warning sequence ends, the system returns to its inactive state.
No additional switch. No additional driver action.
Two Systems. Complete Visibility.
The GA GEN 2 + GA2-Red combines the two major Gardian Angel visibility functions into one comprehensive configuration.
Dual Pedestrian Illumination
Two white LED floodlights are mounted on the front bumper, with one positioned on each side of the bus.
Together, they illuminate the pedestrian pathways on both sides of the front of the school bus.
Designed to Help:
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Illuminate both student pedestrian pathways
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Help students see where they step
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Improve visibility during darkness and low-light conditions
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Make students more visible around the bus
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Provide illumination during rain, snow, and challenging weather
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Create visible pathways even during daylight conditions
Enhanced Warning Visibility
Two high-intensity red LED strobes mount to the hood of the bus to provide an additional warning signal for approaching motorists.
Designed to Help:
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Draw attention to an active school bus stop
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Alert approaching motorists that students may be crossing
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Increase warning visibility during daylight conditions
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Provide additional visual awareness in high-traffic environments
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Complement existing red warning lights and stop arms
Complete the Visibility Picture
Illuminate both student pathways.
Increase warning visibility.
Add another layer of awareness around the stop.
Purpose-Built Dual-Side Pedestrian Illumination
The GA GEN 2 portion of the system uses two high-output white LED floodlights to illuminate the ground on both sides of the front of the bus.
Each floodlight produces 1,000 lumens of white LED illumination.
Designed for the Loading Zone
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Two 1,000-lumen white LED floodlights
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One floodlight on each side of the front bumper
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Downward-directed ground illumination
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Illuminated pathway approximately 6–8 feet wide
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Visibility extending approximately 18–20 feet from the bus
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Designed for daytime and nighttime visibility
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Helps illuminate the pedestrian pathway during inclement weather
Enhanced Warning Visibility
The GA2-Red portion of the system adds two high-intensity flashing red LED strobes mounted to the hood of the school bus.
The prominent hood-mounted position provides an additional visual warning point for approaching motorists while the bus is stopped and students are loading or unloading.
Built for Visibility
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Two high-intensity red LED strobes
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Hood-mounted configuration
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33 flash patterns
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Light synchronization technology
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Designed for strong daytime visibility
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Designed for nighttime visibility
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SAE lens markings
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Low-maintenance LED technology
Automatic When Students Need It
The complete system is designed to operate with the existing school bus warning-light sequence.
When the bus’s red warning lights activate:
The two white floodlights illuminate the pedestrian pathways.
The two red strobes provide enhanced warning visibility.
The system operates automatically as part of the school bus warning sequence.
Built Around the Driver’s Workflow
The driver doesn’t need to:
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Flip another switch
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Remember to activate another system
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Take an additional action during student loading
The complete visibility system works automatically as part of the school bus loading sequence.
Built for School Bus Fleets
The GA GEN 2 + GA2-Red was designed as a comprehensive retrofit solution for existing school bus fleets.
The system combines four lighting units; two white pedestrian floodlights and two red warning strobes to provide broader exterior visibility around the front of the school bus.
Key Features
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Two 1,000-lumen white LED floodlights
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Two high-intensity red LED warning strobes
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Dual-side pedestrian illumination
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Enhanced warning visibility
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12/24VDC dual-voltage white floodlights
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IP67-rated white floodlights
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Long-life LED technology rated for 30,000+ hours
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33 strobe flash patterns
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Light synchronization technology
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Shatter-resistant white floodlight lenses
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Stainless steel white floodlight bases
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Polycarbonate construction
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Commercial-grade design
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Low-maintenance operation
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Two-year manufacturer warranty
Installation & Compatibility
The GA GEN 2 + GA2-Red is designed for installation on existing school bus fleets.
System Configuration
Two White Floodlights
One 1,000-lumen white LED floodlight mounts on each side of the front bumper to illuminate the pedestrian pathways on both sides of the bus.
Two Red Warning Strobes
Two high-intensity red LED strobes mount to the hood of the bus to provide enhanced warning visibility for approaching motorists.
Installation configuration may vary depending on bus design and applicable state requirements.
Modern buses utilizing multiplex electrical systems may require additional installation procedures.
State Requirements
Red warning strobes are prohibited in certain states.
The complete GA GEN 2 + GA2-Red configuration should only be installed where the red strobe configuration is permitted.
Always verify applicable state requirements before ordering or installation.
Tested & Built for Vehicle Applications
Gardian Angel lighting systems are designed for demanding vehicle environments.
The white LED floodlights feature IP67-rated protection and SAE/DOT lens markings.
The red warning strobes feature SAE lens markings and are designed for demanding transportation environments.
Gardian Angel systems are designed to withstand the environmental conditions associated with daily school bus operation.
Technical Specifications
New Square Gardian Angel White LED Flood Light(s)
Quantity 2
Lumens 1,000
Voltage 12/24VDC Dual Voltage
Amp Draw 0.8A 12V / 0.5A 24V
Dimensions 4.7” W x 4.2” H x 1.6” D
Mounting 5/16” Stainless Steel Bolt
Connector 2 Jacketed Leads Blunt Cut, 11”
LEDs 15
Lens Color Clear
Base Material Stainless Steel
Housing Material Polycarbonate
Housing Color Black
Lens Material Polycarbonate
Features Shatterproof Lens
Warranty: Two-year
The system may also utilize the original round Gardian Angel white LED floodlights depending on configuration and installation.
Original Gardian Angel White LED Flood Light(s)
ILLUMINATION PATTERNS: Flood: 40˚ H x 25˚ V, Spot 10˚ or Trapezoid: 40˚ H. x 15˚ V
LED COUNT: 6 LEDs
INPUT VOLTAGE: 10-16 Vdc
CURRENT DRAW: 1000 Lumen: 2 Amps @ 12.8 Vdc
COLOR TEMPERATURE: 5700k
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40° C to +65° C / -40° F to +149° F
DIMENSIONS: 4.5” (10 cm) W x 2.8” (6.4 cm) D Overall Height: 5.7” (14 cm) (includes bracket)
MOUNTING: Surface mount with U-bracket (included)
CERTIFICATIONS: SAE DOT Lens Marking and IP67 certified
WARRANTY: Two-year
Flashing Red/White LED Strobe Lights
Quantity 2
OVERALL DIMENSIONS: 2.5"W x 1.375"H x 1.25"D
FLASH PATTERNS: 33
INPUT VOLTAGE: 10-16 Vdc
CURRENT CONSUMPTION: 0.5 Amps
LIGHT SYNC TECHNOLOGY: Yes
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: -40º to +65º C / -40° F to +149° F
CERTIFICATIONS: SAE Lens Marking
WARRANTY: Two-year
What’s Included
Every GA GEN 2 + GA2-Red kit includes:
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Two Gardian Angel 1,000-lumen white LED floodlights
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Two high-intensity flashing red LED strobe lights
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Wiring harness
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All necessary mounting hardware
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Installation instructions
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Parts list
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Two-year manufacturer warranty
Works Alongside Existing School Bus Safety Equipment
The GA GEN 2 + GA2-Red is designed to complement the safety equipment already used on school buses.
It does not replace existing equipment such as:
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Red warning lights
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Traditional stop arms
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Extended stop arms
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Illuminated signage
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LiDAR / sensors
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Crossing arms
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Exterior camera systems
Instead, the complete system adds dual pedestrian illumination and enhanced warning visibility to the front of the school bus.
More Visibility. Both Sides. One Complete System.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the GA GEN 2 + GA2-Red different from the other Gardian Angel systems?
This is Gardian Angel’s complete visibility configuration, combining dual-side pedestrian illumination with enhanced warning visibility.
It includes two 1,000-lumen white LED floodlights and two high-intensity red LED warning strobes.
How many lights are included?
The system includes:
2 white LED floodlights
2 red LED warning strobes
Where are the white floodlights mounted?
One white floodlight mounts on each side of the front bumper, illuminating the pedestrian pathways on both sides of the bus.
Where are the red strobes mounted?
The two high-intensity red strobes are designed for hood-mounted installation at the front of the bus.
How far do the white floodlights illuminate?
The system creates illuminated pathways approximately 6–8 feet wide, with visibility extending approximately 18–20 feet from the bus, depending on installation configuration.
Does the system require manual activation?
No. The system is designed to activate automatically with the bus’s red warning-light sequence.
Can the white illumination help exterior cameras?
Yes. White illumination can provide exterior cameras with visible-color lighting around the bus rather than relying solely on infrared illumination, which may produce grayscale imagery.
Is the system useful during daylight?
Yes. The white floodlights provide visible ground illumination during daylight conditions, while the high-intensity red strobes provide an additional visual warning for approaching motorists.
Is the system designed for bad weather?
Yes. The white floodlights are IP67 rated and the system is designed for demanding outdoor transportation environments, including rain, snow, and other challenging weather conditions.
How long are the white LEDs designed to last?
The white LED technology is rated for 30,000+ hours, providing long service life and reducing maintenance requirements.
Can this system be installed in every state?
Not necessarily. Certain states prohibit the use of red warning strobes on school buses.
State-specific requirements should always be verified before ordering or installing the GA GEN 2 + GA2-Red configuration.
Made in the USA
Gardian Angel complete visibility systems are proudly made in the USA.
Designed specifically for school transportation, the GA GEN 2 + GA2-Red brings together pedestrian illumination and enhanced warning visibility in one comprehensive school bus lighting solution.
Why Choose the Complete Visibility System?
Maximum Coverage. One Integrated Solution.
For districts looking for the most comprehensive exterior visibility configuration, the GA GEN 2 + GA2-Red combines the two key functions of the Gardian Angel system:
Illuminate both pedestrian pathways.
Increase warning visibility for approaching motorists.
Four purpose-built lighting units work together to provide broader visibility around the front of the school bus.
Illuminate Both Paths. Increase Warning Visibility. Protect the Stop.