How should you use the bus stop crossing mirrors and windows to monitor pupils?

• A. Use mirrors only when traffic is light
• B. Scan mirrors only after doors close
• C. Regularly scan mirrors and cabin to ensure all students are seated and safe before moving
• D. Only use mirrors during departure

Answer: (C)

Regular scanning of the interior and the stop-crossing mirrors is essential to confirm every pupil is seated and safe before the bus moves. These mirrors extend what you can see from the driver’s seat, letting you spot children who are in the back rows, near the doors, or in the aisle who might be standing, unbuckled, or otherwise not secured. By regularly checking the cabin and mirrors while students are boarding, during the stop, and just before departure, you can address anything risky—someone standing, someone approaching the doors, or a belt not fastened—before movement begins. This proactive monitoring is necessary because it keeps everyone safe as doors close and the bus starts, and it shouldn’t be limited only to traffic conditions or to the moment after doors close.