Our last “Winter Preparedness” sub-topic focuses on the importance of safely securing passengers and their mobility devices. Keeping our passengers safe is our top priority. During wintery conditions, it’s even more important to keep this top-of-mind.

The 3-points of contact rule for bus drivers refers to the consistent use of two hands and one foot or two feet and one hand while entering and existing the vehicle. It’s a rule that’s as important for getting on and off a bus, as it is for climbing a ladder.

“Mental Health Awareness” is our next “Winter Preparedness” sub-topic. February is a difficult month for many people in northern latitudes, sometimes brought on by the shorter, darker days. According to WebMD, over 11 million people suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Reminder: our free Employee Assistance Program is available to all employees to help navigate difficult situations.

Safety is a priority whether onsite, in a vehicle or in an office setting. Creating a safe office space is essential to a productive work environment.

Did you know? Idling cars produce close to 2% of the U.S.’s total greenhouse gas emissions. Not to mention that it wastes fuel, can cause damage to the engine, puts the vehicle at increased risk of getting stolen and in some states it’s illegal. Consider these factors before thinking about leaving a vehicle idling.