rant begins...

I have driven school buses. they are big and visibility is poor. you always give more room than otherwise. if a driver does not do so they are not driving safely. report it.

Every morning I drive by the School Bus depot. I get buzzed 2-3 days out of 5. there is NO reason for this. I have been reporting them as they occur (numbers on speed dial). Eventually I hope the county system will get the message out there.

as for training? no I don't think so. I was shown the controls, given the rule book, taken for a trip around the block, instructed to stop at RxR crossings, etc. sat for the driver exam, but no no training other than that.

City buses are 50-50. I get passed frequently on my daily route. had a few cut a little close or pass and then stop directly in front of me for the bus stop. This is so unnecessary. It's scary and troubling. most are pretty good and move to other lane to pass.

Regardless of bus or car... slow down when you are out there. it's simply not worth that extra couple seconds to make sure you are doing the safe thing.

I frequently catch up with the vehicle that was in such a hurry at the next light/intersection so it can't save them any time to do this.

end of rant.