How BusSAFE are you?
Take this quick quiz to find out how much you really know about bus safety.
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True or false: it is safe to cross the road from in front or behind a bus as it will shield you from any oncoming traffic.
Incorrect.
That's right!
False. Buses block the view of oncoming traffic so you can’t see them and they can’t see you. Bus Drivers have different blind spots to car drivers and may not be able to see you if you are standing directly in front or behind the bus. Always wait until the road is clear before crossing.
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When you’re driving a car or riding a bike, what do you do when you come across a bus on the side of the road with its front or rear upper lights flashing?
Incorrect, better luck next time.
Correct! Well done.
If a bus is pulled over and has its top rear and front lights flashing it means that school children are boarding or exiting the bus. Slow down to 25kmph in SA or 40kmph in other Australian states.
3 / 5
True or False: As a passenger, it’s okay to talk loudly and listen to music from your device’s speaker on the bus. Drivers are trained professionals able to concentrate under all circumstances.
Wrong, better luck next time!
Correct!
False. Sure, bus drivers are trained professionals, but like everyone else, they need to concentrate on the road. Minimise distractions like loud music, wrestling and yelling so they can drive safely.
4 / 5
When you’re waiting for the bus, what’s the safest thing to do?
Wrong!
You got it!
Always wait calmly and hail the bus as you see it approaching. Stand 2 metres back from the kerb until the bus stops: buses are large and can overhang the kerb as they turn in to park.
5 / 5
Your bus has seatbelts and you choose not to wear one. Are you breaking the law?
No!
Yes!
Yes! It's your responsibility to wear a seatbelt if one is fitted. Just like in a car, it's the law.
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The average score is 80%
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