This document presents traffic safety guidelines specifically for school children to reduce the risk of accidents. It highlights the importance of traffic awareness among children and provides detailed dos and don'ts for various modes of transportation, including walking, bus travel, and parental supervision. The guidelines emphasize safe practices to ensure children's safety near roads and during transit to and from school.

1. Presented By:
Gaurav Singh, IIT Kharagpur, 16ID60R16

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Contents
1 • Why are traffic guidelines important for school children?
2
• Why do children need more attention?
3
• Categories of school children on the basis of mode of transportation used.
4
• Guidelines while walking to the school.
5 • Guidelines while going by bus.
6 • Guidelines while going with parents.
7 • Guidelines while going by bicycle.
8 • Rules for School Bus and Shared Cabs
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3. 01 Why are traffic guidelines important for school children?
Safe to School
Safe to Home
school children die on
Indian roads daily
Source :
http://www.who.int/road-
safety/week/2016/
http://sites.ndtv.com/roadsafety/
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4. 02 Why do children need more attention?
Source :
http://www.chandigarhtrafficpolice.org/
•They are curious, daring and spontaneous making them vulnerable to accidents.
•Most road accidents involving children happen close to their homes.
•The risk increases when children start high school.
•Cannot determine which direction sound is coming from.
•They do not know what to watch out and listen for.
•They want to enjoy independence.
•They are fast and unpredictable.
•They get distracted easily.
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5. 03 Categories of school children on basis of mode of transportation used
School
Private (With
Parents)
Public
School Bus Shared Cabs
Self (Cyclists)
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6. 04 Guidelines while walking to the school
Source :
http://www.kolkatatrafficpolice.gov.in/guidelines_for_children.html
http://www.chandigarhtrafficpolice.org/
Do’s
1. Always walk on the FOOTPATH only or walk on the extreme right hand side of the roads.
2. Cross only at Zebra Crossings, traffic signals, subways, foot over-bridges.
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7. 04 Guidelines while walking to the school
Do’s
3. While crossing wide roads that have central islands, always cross in two stages.
4. At the signal lights, cross only on a clear GREEN signal.
Source :
http://www.kolkatatrafficpolice.gov.in/guidelines_for_children.html
http://www.chandigarhtrafficpolice.org/
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8. 04 Guidelines while walking to the school
1. Do not be impatient on the road. Do not rush or run on the road.
2. Don’t run across the road. It is a very bad idea, as you may slip and fall.
Don'ts
Source :
http://www.kolkatatrafficpolice.gov.in/guidelines_for_children.html
http://www.chandigarhtrafficpolice.org/
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9. 04 Guidelines while walking to the school
3. Never cross a road at a corner/curve.
4. Never cross between vehicles parked on the side of the road or school premises.
Don'ts
Source :
http://www.kolkatatrafficpolice.gov.in/guidelines_for_children.html
http://www.chandigarhtrafficpolice.org/
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10. 05 Guidelines while going by bus Bus Stop Safety Guidelines
Source :
http://www.chandigarhtrafficpolice.org/
Do’s
1. Arrive 5-10 minutes before bus is scheduled
2. Go back home for help if you miss bus
3. Have all items in book bag before leaving home
4. Wait in safe place, 12 feet away from traffic
5. Stay away from road and pay attention to moving
vehicles at all times
6. Form a “single file” line 12 feet away from road
1. Do not cross before bus comes
2. No horseplay, pushing or shoving
3. Never walk to another stop
4. Never have parents drive to another stop
Don'ts
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11. 05 Guidelines while going by bus School Bus Danger Zones
Source :
http://www.cnusd.k12.ca.us/
To Avoid Danger Zones:
 Walk at least ten feet in
front of the bus (five giant
steps).
 Make eye contact with
your bus driver.
 Wave good-bye to your
driver to make sure he or
she sees you.
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12. 05 Guidelines while going by bus Getting ON the Bus
Source :
The Georgia Department of Education/Pupil Transportation Division
Loading from Door Side
Loading from Across Road
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13. 05 Guidelines while going by bus Getting ON the Bus
Source :
http://www.chandigarhtrafficpolice.org/
Do’s Don'ts
1. Have all belongings inside book bag before
leaving classroom.
2. Walk straight towards bus door in a queue.
3. Use handrail for safety.
4. Go directly to seat.
5. If you get on wrong bus by mistake, tell bus
driver.
1. Never chase after a moving bus.
2. Never run towards the bus.
3. Never place head, arms or any object out
of bus window.
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14. 05 Guidelines while going by bus Getting OFF the Bus
Source :
The Georgia Department of Education/Pupil Transportation Division
Unloading to Door Side
Unloading to Across Road
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15. 05 Guidelines while going by bus Getting OFF the Bus
Source :
http://www.chandigarhtrafficpolice.org/
Do’s Don'ts
1. Remain seated until bus stops and door opens
2. Have all belongings inside book bag.
3. Use handrail for safety.
4. Stay away from bus, in full view of driver.
5. Keep walking until out of danger zone,12 feet
away from bus.
6. Make sure no items get caught in handrail or
door of the bus.
1. Do not push or shove, but wait your turn
to get off.
2. Never try to pick up anything dropped
inside the danger zone.
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16. 05 Guidelines while going by bus Riding rules INSIDE the Bus
Source :
http://www.chandigarhtrafficpolice.org/
Do’s Don'ts
1. Sit the safe way facing forward.
2. Be quiet enough to not distract driver.
3. When on the bus, remain seated.
4. Follow bus driver’s directions every time.
5. Keep aisles and exits clears at all times.
6. Only get off of bus at your stop.
1. Do not eat food or drink beverages.
2. Do not throw items inside or out of the bus.
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17. 05 Guidelines while going by bus Emergency Evacuation
Source :
http://www.chandigarhtrafficpolice.org/
Evacuation is done in case of:
•Accident
•Fire
•Emergency where you need to leave
bus quickly
There are 3 ways to evacuate the bus:
•Front door
•Rear door
•Emergency Windows
In all types of evacuation:
•Listen to bus driver’s instructions
•Remain calm
•Stay seated until it is your turn to leave
•Walk as you leave the bus. Do not run.
•Go 100 feet (3 bus lengths) away from bus.
•Remain in an orderly group.
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18. 06 Guidelines while going with Parents
Parents can take the following measures to reduce school zone traffic hazards:
•Don't park across the street from the school; if this is not possible,
accompany your child (using a crosswalk) as he or she crosses the street.
•Use the existing drop-off/pick-up system organized
by the school.
•Reduce school zone congestion by carpooling
with neighbors or friends.
•Parents should not allow their minor children to drive.
•Children are very good observers and therefore,
parents must set an example by meticulously
observing and following even small traffic rules.
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Source :
http://www.indiaparenting.com/raising-children/
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19. References
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1. http://www.trafficsigns.co.in/safety-guidelines/school-children.htm/ (03.09.16/ 4:15PM)
2. http://www.chandigarhtrafficpolice.org/ (06.09.16/ 7:20PM)
3. http://www.kolkatatrafficpolice.gov.in/ (03.09.16/ 4:40PM)
4. http://www.who.int/road-safety/week/2016/ (03.09.16/ 5:00PM)
5. http://sites.ndtv.com/roadsafety/ (06.09.16/ 7:40PM)
6. http://www.indiaparenting.com/raising-children/ (06.09.16/ 7:30PM)
7. http://www.cnusd.k12.ca.us/ (03.09.16/ 4:30PM)
8. The Georgia Department of Education/Pupil Transportation Division/ 2016
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