How can safety on school buses be improved?
School bus safety? As I watch buses zip and screech their way to and from schools, I am amazed that there has not been a significant accident to date.
Even when my daughter is buckled into her seat, the belt is no more than a nylon strap that fits loosely around her waist. If there were an accident, she would most likely be killed by the belt rather than the accident itself.
Tests on seatbelt safety would probably back my fears on this issue.
The government may regulate that there should be seatbelts installed on all school and light buses, but they also need to regulate the type of belt installed and verify that the belts and seat size are appropriate for children.
All seatbelts should be equipped with pre-tensioners, and it is preferable that vehicles be fitted with three-point belts to prevent serious lumbar injuries.