School Bus Fleet, February 2016
Did you see the lady who frequently puts her head on the table sneaking a doze now and then And what about that shop technician whose expression suggests that he is wondering Why do I have to be here Is he aware of FMVSSs of EPA regulations and the like If you have experienced these and other distractions you may need to add some pizzazz to your presentations Topic selection Begin with topic selection Besides driving maneuvers proper inspection and use of equipment first aid CPR load40 SCHOOL BUS FLEET FEBRUARY 2016 WWW SCHOOLBUSFLEET COMing unloading and emergency procedures what other information should trainers make available to employees Here are some examples of topics that need to be addressed from time to time during training sessions appropriate child specific training for students with disabilities confidentiality listening and communication skills dealing with difficult parents cultural diversity and cultural sensitivity personal appearance personal attitude and behavior documentation skills problem solving techniques and use of resources How does one know which topics to address First presenters must be Presenting important information to student transportation personnel often can be a challenge for the presenter especially when the audience consists of well trained experienced veterans As a presenter has your attention ever been drawn to the guy sitting with folded arms a stern expression on his face his body language suggesting that You cant tell me anything I dont already know Have you counted the ways that participants have tried to conceal their texting during a presentation Training is only effective when participants are tuned in Adding new topics identifying current safety issues and incorporating games and videos can add pizzazz to your presentations By George Horne How to Spice Up Your School Bus Driver Training Menu TRAINING TIPS Photo courtesy Newport Mesa USD
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