Do bus drivers get attacked?

Abuse of London’s bus drivers is unacceptable and TfL does not tolerate threatening behaviour towards its staff. TfL’s figures show that the number of assaults against drivers (which includes both physical assault and verbal abuse) has declined for the fourth consecutive quarter.

Why do bus drivers stop for no reason?

It’s because the driver is ahead of schedule. It that stop is a 12:15 stop and the driver arrives at 12:11, the bus will wait there until 12:15. The alternative would be to leave early, which could leave behind passengers who expected to be able to catch the bus at 12:15.

Can bus drivers touch you?

19 Bus drivers can’t touch the students even during medical emergencies. Most of the time the bus drivers are left with only a call to the school administration for help or yelling at the kids in the event of a scuffle in the bus.

What hazards could you come across when using a bus?

They include the following:

• Passenger distractions. If you’ve ever taken a family road trip you know how annoyingly loud a car can get.
• Monotonous routes. Bus drivers are traveling the city streets for hours on end, usually circling the same route over and over again.
• Stopping rules and schedules.

Can bus drivers refuse to let you on without a mask?

Drivers cannot enforce the law around face coverings but they will issue a special ticket to passengers who are not exempt, advising it is the customer’s responsibility to comply with the law. The police have the authority to issue fixed penalty notices for those who refuse.

Is driving a bus hard?

Driving a bus is not that much more complicated than driving a car. You do have to be more careful, given the length and weight of a bus, as well as the responsibility you have to your passengers. However, the basics are the same, though you may need to learn to shift if you’ve never driven a standard before.

What is the safest seat on a school bus?

The safest seat in a school bus is generally in the middle, in an aisle seat on the right hand side, between the tires. It’s safer if there’s a head-on, side and rear-end collision.

Are bus drivers lone workers?

Lots of employees spend hours travelling alone, these include logistic and couriers, LGV/HGV drivers, sales agents, taxi drivers, bus drivers and employee’s travelling between sites. They require protection – for their personal safety and to protect cargo.

Why do buses increase driving risks?

Lack of restraints. Many transit buses are not required to have seat belts or restraints for their passengers, increasing the risk of injury during an accident.

What are the dangers of being a passenger on a bus?

If a passenger’s conduct distracts the driver it may be unsafe to continue the journey. Passengers may exhibit behaviours including: Being disruptive and non-cooperative. Verbal threats, intimidation or harassment. Physical assault and spitting. Throwing objects and projectiles. Damaging property on the bus.

Are bus drivers more vulnerable to assault in New York City?

Even before the pandemic swept across New York, bus drivers were already particularly vulnerable to assault: The Police Department does not have a unit dedicated to patrolling the bus network, and unlike their counterparts in the subway, drivers come into direct contact with passengers who may be agitated or mentally ill.

What are the signs of harassment on a bus?

Passengers may exhibit behaviours including: Being disruptive and non-cooperative. Verbal threats, intimidation or harassment. Physical assault and spitting. Throwing objects and projectiles. Damaging property on the bus.

Can a bus driver call the police?

In extreme situations, bus drivers are allowed to call the police, which is what Jay’s friend did when one of the students threatened to kill her. That story has a happy ending, though: The driver was ultimately forgiven for snitching and making the school look bad. But that doesn’t always happen.