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13.7.2. Emergencies and evacuations

Clearly posted evacuation and emergency warnings and instruction, in 14-point print, in
electronic text, and in video formats with sign language shall be provided in the vehicle.

Safety announcements shall be made in visual and audio format in case of emergencies
and evacuations. For students with hearing impairments, inductive loop shall be
installed within the vehicle.

Safety drills shall be conducted at least twice a year, involving students with functional
limitations.

13.7.3. Bus safety standards

All seats shall have elevated backrests of at least 710 mm high. The distance between
seats shall not be less than 640 mm and the size of the seat shall not be less than 400
mm (a single seat) and 900 mm (double seats). Triple-seats are prohibited in school
buses.

All seats shall be padded from all sides and made from shock-absorbing & fireproof
pads.

13.8. Service animals, smoking and allergens

13.8.1. Service animals

Space shall be provided for service animals out of harm’s way close to their patron.

13.8.2. Food & smoking, allergens

Food consumption and smoking is forbidden on all school buses.

Allergy considerations shall be observed

In the event of a passenger identifying his/her allergies to the driver, he should make an
announcement to the other passengers to observe the allergy condition. He should then
set up a buffer zone.

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