Why Driver Compliance Alone Is Not Enough

Traffic laws surrounding school buses are clear. Drivers must stop for flashing red lights and remain stopped while students are boarding or exiting.

Compliance is essential, but it does not eliminate all risk.

Even when drivers follow the law, visibility challenges remain. Weather, lighting, and roadway design all influence what drivers can detect. A compliant driver may still struggle to see a child who is partially obscured or poorly illuminated.

Safety strategies that rely solely on compliance assume ideal conditions. Real-world environments are rarely ideal.

Layered safety approaches acknowledge that human behavior and environmental factors intersect. Improving visibility around the bus stop supports drivers who are already trying to do the right thing.