Why Student Visibility Matters More Than Bus Visibility

Gardian Angel, LLC
Feb 4
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Q: Aren’t school buses already visible enough for safety?

A: Yes, buses are built to be highly visible, but students are the most vulnerable part of the journey. Accidents often occur because children are hard to see at bus stops or crossing streets.

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