Alabama Administrative Code
Title 290 - ALABAMA STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Chapter 290-2-4 - TRANSPORTATION
Section 290-2-4-.01 - Basic Principles For Pupil Transportation
Current through Register Vol. 42, No. 11, August 30, 2024
The State Department of Education has a definite responsibility for safe operation of school buses. The following are specific responsibilities for promoting safety in school transportation.
(1) The establishment of minimum safety specifications for school bus equipment.
(2) Provision of training for school bus drivers.
(3) Provision of leadership and training for local school officials on operating safe transportation programs.
(4) Consultation with local officials on routing to utilize equipment each attendance area effectively.
(5) Provision of safety inspections for equipment and safety instruction for mechanics.
(6) Provision of guidance to state and local safety officials on elimination of road hazards, bus traffic patterns, and accident investigations.
Author:
Statutory Authority: Code of Ala. 1975, §§ 16-3-11, 16-13-51, 16-27-1 and 16-27-3 through 5, 32-5-8.