Gardian Angel
School Bus Safety Lighting System
Students should be seen, not hit
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GA1 Single Pedestrian Lighting System
Single White Flood
Single-Side Pedestrian Illumination
Purpose-Built Lighting for the School Bus Student Loading Zone
The Gardian Angel GA1 is a single-side pedestrian lighting system designed to illuminate the area where students walk when entering and exiting a school bus.
A high-output 1,000-lumen white LED floodlight projects a downward-directed ground wash from the front of the bus, creating a clearly illuminated pedestrian pathway.
The GA1 activates automatically with the bus’s red warning light system, providing illumination during the student loading and unloading sequence without requiring additional action from the driver.
Illuminate the Path Students Take
The moments when students enter and exit a school bus are among the most important moments in student transportation.
The GA1 adds purposeful white LED illumination to the pedestrian loading zone, helping make the area where students walk more visible to students, drivers, and others around the bus.
GA1 at a Glance
Single-Side Illumination
Designed to illuminate one pedestrian pathway alongside the front of the bus.
1,000-Lumen LED
High-output white LED ground illumination.
18+ Feet of Illumination
Projects a 6-8 foot-wide illuminated pathway extending approximately 18-20 feet from the bus
Automatic Operation
Activates with the bus’s red warning lights.
Automatic Shutoff
Turns off when the service entrance door closes.
12/24VDC
Designed for standard school bus electrical systems.
How the GA1 Works
01 — Warning Lights Activate
The school bus stops and the driver activates the red warning light system.
02 — GA1 Illuminates
The GA1 automatically activates with the warning-light sequence.
03 — The Pedestrian Path Is Illuminated
The 1,000-lumen white LED floodlight casts a downward-directed ground wash across the student loading area.
04 — Students Enter or Exit
The illuminated pathway helps provide greater visibility while students are walking to or from the bus.
05 — Automatic Shutoff
When the bus service entrance door closes, the GA1 automatically turns off.
No additional switch. No additional driver action.
Purpose-Built Pedestrian Illumination
Unlike general-purpose vehicle lighting, the GA1 is designed specifically around the school bus student loading environment.
Its downward-directed floodlight is positioned to put light where it is needed most: on the ground where students walk.
Designed for the Loading Zone
● 1,000 lumens of white LED illumination
● Downward-directed ground wash
● Illumination extending at least 18 feet
● Designed to illuminate the student pedestrian pathway
● Helps improve visibility during darkness and low-light conditions
● Provides illumination during rain, snow, and other challenging weather conditions
Automatic When Students Need It
The GA1 works with the existing school bus warning-light sequence.
When the red warning lights activate, the GA1 turns on automatically.
When the service entrance door closes, the GA1 turns off automatically.
Built Around the Driver’s Workflow
The driver doesn’t need to:
● Flip another switch
● Remember to activate another system
● Take an additional action during loading
The GA1 works automatically as part of the loading sequence.
Built for School Bus Fleets
The GA1 was designed specifically for school transportation and engineered for the demanding environment of daily school bus operation.
Key Features
● 1,000-lumen white LED
● 12/24VDC dual voltage
● IP67-rated protection
● Long-life LED technology- rated for 30,000+ hours
● Shatter-resistant polycarbonate lens
● Stainless steel base
● Polycarbonate housing
● Commercial-grade construction
● Low-maintenance operation
● Two-year manufacturer warranty
Installation & Compatibility
The GA1 is designed for installation on:
Type A • Type C • Type D School Buses
Mounting configuration may vary based on the bus design and applicable state requirements.
Mounting Options
Front Bumper Mount
A traditional mounting configuration for direct illumination of the pedestrian pathway.
Under Front Bumper Mount
An alternative configuration for buses or applications where under front bumper mounting is required or preferred.
Installation should always follow applicable manufacturer and state requirements.
Typical Installation
Approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour, depending on bus configuration.
Modern buses using multiplex electrical systems may require additional installation procedures.
Technical Specifications
New Square Gardian Angel White LED Flood Light(s)
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
Original Round 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
What’s Included
Every GA1 kit includes:
● Gardian Angel 1,000-lumen white LED floodlight
● Wiring harness
● Mounting hardware
● Installation instructions
● Parts list
● Two-year manufacturer warranty
Works Alongside Existing School Bus Safety Equipment
The GA1 is designed to complement the safety equipment already used on school buses.
It does not replace existing safety 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 GA1 adds a dedicated source of pedestrian illumination to the loading and unloading environment.
More visibility. One more layer of awareness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the GA1 different from other Gardian Angel systems?
The GA1 is Gardian Angel’s single-side pedestrian illumination system, designed to illuminate one pedestrian pathway alongside the front of the school bus.
Does the driver have to turn the GA1 on?
No. The GA1 activates automatically when the bus’s red warning lights turn on.
When does the GA1 turn off?
The GA1 automatically turns off when the bus service entrance door closes.
How far does the GA1 illuminate?
The GA1 projects a lit path on the ground which is 6-8 feet wide with a field of vision from 18-20 feet away from the bus
Does the light shine directly into students’ eyes?
The GA1 is designed with a downward-directed flood pattern to place illumination on the pavement and pedestrian pathway rather than directly toward students.
What buses can the GA1 be installed on?
The GA1 is designed for Type A, Type C, and Type D school buses. Installation and mounting requirements may vary by bus and state.