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How to Build a Year-Round School Bus Driver Training Plan

Build a Year-Round School Bus Driver Training Plan

A structured School Bus Driver Training Plan helps transportation directors organize safety training around the risks drivers face throughout the year. This guide explains how to plan back-to-school refreshers, seasonal instruction, new-hire onboarding, corrective training, and district-specific assignments. It also shows how a training management system can help schedule courses and document completion. Download the 2026-2027 plan to begin creating a customized calendar for your transportation department.

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INFINITI August 2026 Catalog & Video Release

INFINITI August 2026 Catalog & Video Release

INFINITI Fleet Safety Training has released 16 new and updated safety training videos covering key topics for trucking and school transportation teams. The updates include a full Hours of Service series that explains FMCSA regulations, driver time limits, required breaks, sleeper berth rules, logbooks, ELDs, and common HOS exceptions. New school bus training videos focus on avoiding wildlife and safely responding to traffic during student loading and unloading. Additional trucking releases cover extreme heat, pre-trip maintenance, new driver tips, tanker documentation, baffled and non-baffled tankers, and spill control. Together, these video releases help drivers, safety managers, supervisors, and transportation teams stay better prepared, compliant, and focused on safer daily operations.

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Bus Driver Fatigue Safety Tips for School Bus Drivers

Bus Driver Fatigue Safety Tips for School Bus Drivers

Bus driver fatigue can affect focus, reaction time, judgment, and route awareness. Warning signs include yawning, heavy eyelids, irritability, lack of focus, missed hazards, and difficulty tracking speed or procedures. With the right break protocols, supervisor communication, and school bus safety training, districts can help drivers respond before fatigue becomes a serious safety risk.

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INFINITI June 2026 Catalog & Video Release

INFINITI June 2026 Catalog & Video Release

INFINITI Fleet Safety Training has released eight new training videos designed to strengthen safety performance across warehouse, school bus, and trucking operations. These short, focused modules cover critical topics such as safe lifting, hand tool handling, fall protection, workplace communication, and proper equipment use. The new content also includes school bus maintenance and safety procedures, along with updated Hours of Service guidance for commercial drivers. Each video delivers clear, actionable instruction that helps reduce risk, improve compliance, and reinforce safe habits on the job. Together, these additions expand INFINITI’s commitment to providing practical, behavior-based training that protects workers and keeps operations running safely.

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Bus Driver Training to End the Year Strong

School Bus Driver Training: How Districts Can End the Year Strong and Start the Next One Better

The end of the school year is a critical opportunity for districts to review and strengthen bus driver training before the next cycle begins. What is reinforced and documented now directly impacts how smoothly operations start in August. Addressing gaps early helps prevent delays, confusion, and inconsistent procedures later. A structured approach ensures training is assigned, completed, and tracked with clarity. With the right system in place, districts can turn year-end insights into a stronger, more consistent start next school year.

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School Bus Railroad Crossing Safety

School Bus Railroad Crossing Safety

School Bus Railroad Crossing Safety is one of the most critical responsibilities in student transportation, where a single decision can determine whether a routine route stays safe or turns into a serious incident. As highlighted in recent events, School Bus Railroad Crossing Safety must be treated as a non-negotiable procedure that drivers follow every time, without exception. When drivers fail to stop, look, and listen at crossings, the risk increases instantly, regardless of experience or familiarity with the route. This is why School Bus Railroad Crossing Safety cannot rely on memory or assumption but must be reinforced through consistent training and real-world awareness. Ultimately, strong School Bus Railroad Crossing Safety practices protect students, support drivers, and prevent avoidable tragedies on every route.

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School Bus Safety Program Tail Swing and Sideswipe Training is Important

Tail Swing & Sideswipe Training is Important for School Bus Safety

Our tail swing & sidewsipe Safety video is the first in two part school bus driver tail swing and sideswipe video series. It available exclusively in the INFINITI Learning Library.

Why Tail Swing & Sideswipe Safety Training is Important for School Bus Drivers? After looking at data from five different school districts, we found each school’s student transportation department had an average of 25 minor accidents a year.

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September 2025 Catalog Video Release

September 2026 Catalog Video Release

September 2025 includes four videos, with two new and two refreshed. The new Driver Mental Health and Wellness module shares practical ways to manage stress, isolation, and fatigue on the road. Brake Safety Week runs August 24 to 30, 2026, and the video gives five quick tips focused on drums and rotors to help drivers avoid violations. For schools, we updated Concussions: Definitions and Concussions: Diagnosis and Initial Treatment, Part 2. Assign these in INFINITI or book a demo to add them to your training plan.

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Expanding our Training Content Library in 2024

Expanding our Training Content Library

Experience the power of INFINITI’s revolutionary training platform, where cutting-edge technology meets practical workplace solutions. Our system has fundamentally transformed how organizations approach safety training and compliance, delivering measurable results across diverse industries. Through our innovative approach, we’ve helped thousands of companies build stronger safety cultures and achieve remarkable improvements in their operational metrics. The platform’s success is built on our commitment to providing regularly updated, relevant content that addresses real-world challenges faced by modern businesses. With INFINITI, organizations gain access to a comprehensive training solution that not only meets current industry standards but anticipates future needs in the ever-evolving landscape of workplace safety and compliance.

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Approved Sideswipe and Tail Swing Training

Approved Sideswipe and Tail Swing Training

School bus safety training remains a critical investment for educational institutions seeking to protect both their students and financial resources. The implementation of comprehensive training programs, particularly focused on preventing tail swing and sideswipe incidents, has shown remarkable results in reducing accident rates. Regular refresher courses and ongoing education help combat driver complacency and reinforce essential safety protocols. By prioritizing driver training and maintaining high safety standards, schools can create a more secure transportation environment while simultaneously reducing insurance costs and potential liability.

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