Oregon Department of Education
Chapter 581
Division 53
SCHOOL BUS DRIVER TRAINING, LICENSING, AND SCHOOL BUS STANDARDS
581-053-0630
Rules Pertaining to SPAB Drivers
(1) Safety Instructions:
(a) Prior to departure the driver shall instruct passengers on the operation and location of all emergency exits;
(b) Driver shall instruct students to:
(A) Keep hand and head inside the vehicle at all times;
(B) Keep aisle clear;
(C) Use caution when opening the overhead compartments;
(D) Use seat belts if equipped; and
(E) Keep emergency exits clear.
(2) Drivers shall:
(a) Notify ODE within 30 days of a change of name, address or employer. A duplicate certificate will be issued if necessary;
(b) Not exceed speed limits as required for school activity vehicles in ORS 811.111; and
(c) Not use a cellular telephone, with or without a hands free device, while driving a SPAB vehicle unless summoning medical or other emergency help if no other person in the vehicle is capable of summoning help.
Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 327.013 & 820.100 - 820.120
Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 327.013, 820.100, 820.105, 820.110 & 820.120
History:
ODE 20-2021, amend filed 05/27/2021, effective 05/27/2021
ODE 40-2014, f. & cert. ef. 9-3-14
ODE 19-2012, f. & cert. ef. 6-14-12