Student Safety Training Courses
BUSK training courses for use in school ensure that students of all ages understand essential safety principles for school transport.
Age-Appropriate Safety Education
Our student safety training courses are specifically designed to be suitable for different age groups, ensuring key safety messages are delivered in an engaging and memorable way.
Key Training Areas
Safety Belt Awareness
Understanding why safety belts should be worn where provided and the importance of wearing them correctly.
Driver Distraction Risks
Learning about the dangers of distracting the driver and how student behaviour affects journey safety.
Responsible Behaviour
Understanding personal responsibility for creating a safe transport environment for everyone.
Emergency Awareness
Basic understanding of what to do in an emergency and how to follow instructions from drivers and staff.
Annual Training Recommendation
It is good practice to ensure that adequate safety training is provided to all students once a year on how to keep safe in transit. This includes understanding how to evacuate a vehicle safely and what to do once outside the vehicle.
Seat Belt Training
Comprehensive education on the importance of seat belt use and proper wearing techniques.
Why Seat Belt Training Matters
BUSK training courses ensure students understand why a safety belt should be worn where provided. This is crucial because incorrectly worn safety belts are a significant safety risk and carry the same legal penalty as not wearing a belt at all.
Training Components
Understanding the Law
Students learn that seat belt use is a legal requirement where belts are fitted and understand the consequences of non-compliance.
Correct Wearing
Training on how to wear seat belts properly to ensure maximum protection and legal compliance.
Safety Benefits
Understanding how seat belts protect during collisions and why they are essential for personal safety.
Peer Responsibility
Learning to encourage others to wear seat belts and understanding how individual actions affect everyone's safety.
Seat Belt and road safety campaign support
BUSK can provide support to help schools run safety belt and road safety campaigns. Contact us for more information about how we can help you promote seat belt awareness in your school.
Understanding Driver Distraction
Education about the dangers of distracting the driver and how student behaviour impacts journey safety.
Why Driver Distraction is Dangerous
Reaction Time Impact
When students are noisy or disruptive, drivers find it more difficult to concentrate on the road, increasing reaction times and accident risk.
Reduced Awareness
Driver distraction reduces their ability to spot and respond to hazards, putting everyone on the journey at risk.
Student Responsibilities
Students learn how they can support driver safety by:
- Remaining calm and quiet during the journey
- Following driver instructions immediately
- Not tampering with safety equipment
- Avoiding behaviour that could distract the driver
- Reporting safety concerns appropriately
- Helping to create a positive environment for everyone
Important Facts Students Learn
Teacher Resources
BUSK provides teachers with resources and training to effectively deliver safety education to their students.
Educational Resources
Lesson Plans & Materials
Structured lesson plans and educational materials to help teachers deliver effective safety training sessions.
Age-Appropriate Content
Resources designed for different age groups, with guidance on adapting content for various classroom situations.
Teacher Support
Contact BUSK for more information about how we can help you deliver effective safety education in your school.
We provide: Guidance on using our resources, advice on curriculum integration, and support for school safety campaigns.
Management Team Training
Specialist training for school management teams on their legal responsibilities and best practices for school transport.
Key Training Areas
Legal Responsibilities
Understanding the school's duty of care obligations and legal requirements for transport arrangements.
Risk Management
Learning how to assess, monitor and manage risks associated with school transport services.
Contractor Management
Best practices for selecting, monitoring and managing transport service providers.
Policy Development
Guidance on creating effective transport policies and ensuring they are implemented properly.
Training Benefits
School Governor Briefings
Specialist briefings for school governors on their oversight responsibilities for school transport services.
Governance Responsibilities
School governors need to understand their role in overseeing transport arrangements and ensuring the school meets its legal obligations for student safety.
Key Briefing Topics
Strategic Oversight
Understanding the governor's role in strategic oversight of transport policies and arrangements.
Financial Oversight
Balancing cost considerations with safety requirements when making transport decisions.
Risk Governance
Ensuring appropriate risk assessment processes are in place and being followed effectively.
Performance Monitoring
Understanding how to monitor the performance and safety of transport arrangements.
Governance Framework
Key Questions Governors Should Ask
- Are we meeting all our legal obligations for student transport safety?
- Do we have appropriate policies and procedures in place?
- How do we monitor the performance of our transport providers?
- What risk assessments are in place and how often are they reviewed?
- Are staff adequately trained to manage transport arrangements?
- How do we handle incidents and complaints effectively?