School Bus Fleet, March 2017

Bus Fleet Webinars WorkLet us help you create awareness position you as a thought leader and generate quality sales leads Look what our customers are saying It was wonderful working on the School Bus Fleet webinar I appreciate your support in coordinating promoting and executing this very successful event We will defi nitely look to partner with School Bus Fleet on future marketing programs Mariya Dayan Motorola SolutionsContact James Blue for information 310 533 2449www schoolbusfleet comSBF02 048717sales@ prestolite com www idleproextreme com 1 800 354 0560 2017 Prestolite Electric Inc Assembled InThe innovative new IdlePro and IdlePro Extreme high ef ciency high output alternators feature exclusive technologies that help extend battery life and increase vehicle uptime Superior amperage at low engine RPM Engine saving Isolated Ground Technology Remote Sense capableIndustry Best Output at Low Engine SpeedsLearn more @ PrestoliteElectric 28 SCHOOL BUS FLEET MARCH 2017 WWW SCHOOLBUSFLEET COM Strong potential Every transportation department is unique in terms of structure dynamics and personnel Because of this individuality whether to use a school bus driver as a mechanics helper is not a one size fits all decision Of course you must be able to identify a driver with certain physical abilities and an appropriate temperament for the work In turn the design of the shop can impact how effective a helper can be The answer is not about absolutes but potential With the right conditions the potential exists to efficiently and economically increase productivity in the shop while simultaneously enhancing safety The potential for that highly sought combination is certainly worth considering MECHANICS HELPERS Larry Hannon Jr is a school bus driver for Centennial School District in Warminster Pennsylvania He also competes in local and state school bus safety competitions His father Larry Hannon Sr has been driving for Centennial for more than 40 years and has placed first at the School Bus Driver International Safety Competition nine times Boosting shop safety cleanliness A mechanics helper can enhance safety in another more indirect way By assisting mechanics particularly during busy periods a cleaner and safer environment can be maintained Simple tasks such as taking out trash sweeping the floor or cleaning a work area can go a long way in ensuring that others have a safe and clean place to work Additionally performing tasks such as filing papers or mounting tires can reduce the mental and physical fatigue on mechanics This can reduce the chances of them making a mistake or getting injured As a result the mechanics are able to perform their jobs more effectively which ultimately leads to the enhanced safety of students 6 drivers and their traits and tendencies which can further the helpers knowledge of what to pay attention to on particular vehicles