Page 146 - School Bus Operators and Attendants Handbook

SAFE DRIVER PLAN

Any employee who is observed texting, posting messages, talking or using a Cellular Phone, Smart Watch,
including handheld, hands free, or ANY wireless communication device while operating a school bus shall be
subject to the following disciplinary action:

 First occurrence: Twenty (20) work days suspension without pay.
 Second occurrence: Dismissal from employment as a driver. The employee will be able to request a Career
Redirection to an open position for which they are qualified, and which does not involve operation of a School
Bus. There is no guarantee of assignment to the alternate position.

The mobile two-way radio installed on all District school buses will be the primary communication
system for District school bus operators. If the mobile two-way radio fails, and the school bus
operator's responsibility for the safety and health of the students being transported makes it
necessary for the school bus driver to use a wireless communication device while performing bus-
operating duties, the school bus operator will depart the roadway, stop the bus in a safe area, secure
the bus and then use the WCD. The operator must immediately notify Dispatch of the emergency
stop.

Safety will always be the priority while driving a school bus. Any deviation to the above policy will
result in disciplinary action as set forth in Board Policy 3.29 and the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

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