What should you do if the bus fails to start while pupils are waiting?

• A. Have pupils call their parents.
• B. Continue with other bus tasks.
• C. Leave pupils and walk away.
• D. Do not leave the pupils; contact supervisor, arrange alternate transport or wait for assistance.

Answer: (D)

The priority is pupil safety and proper incident response. When a bus won’t start while pupils are waiting, you must stay with the pupils, supervise them, and get help through the proper channels. Do not leave the group or start other tasks that pull you away from supervising them. Take a quick roll to confirm everyone is present, move the group to a safe place if needed, and contact your supervisor or dispatch to report the fault. Arrange alternate transport or wait for assistance as directed by policy, following the school’s procedures. Keep the students calm and informed while you wait for a replacement bus or technician.