On buses equipped with lap belts or 3-point belts, how should pupils be seated?

• A. Belts are optional unless the pupil specifically requests.
• B. Belts only need to be fastened when traveling on highways.
• C. All pupils should be properly seated with belts fastened as required by the seat belt design and policy.
• D. Only teachers are required to wear belts.

Answer: (C)

If a bus has lap belts or 3-point belts, every pupil must be properly seated with the belt fastened for the entire trip, exactly as the belt design requires and according to district policy. Wearing the belt keeps you secured in your seat, which greatly reduces the risk of injury in sudden stops or crashes. For a lap belt, fasten it across the hips; for a 3-point belt, the strap should go over the shoulder and across the chest, lying flat and not twisted. Belts should remain fastened from departure through arrival, with the driver ensuring compliance. This applies to all passengers on buses equipped with belts, not just on highways or only for teachers.