Vehicles
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Q. What is the
life of a school bus used to transport students in
New Jersey
?
A. Most school buses
can be used for 12 years from the date of manufacture, or the end of the school
year in which that date occurs. Vehicles
with a Gross Vehicle Weight exceeding 25,000 pounds may be used for 20 years.
Q. Are school
buses required to be equipped with passenger seat belts?
A. All vehicles manufactured
after October 1992 are required to be equipped with lap-type seat belts or child
restraining systems.
Q. What ensures
that students are safely transported to and from school?
A. School buses are
inspected at least twice each year by special school bus inspection teams from the
NJ Motor Vehicle Commission.
Q. I have concerns
about the condition of the vehicle, which may include appearance, functionality
of a wheelchair lift and restraint system, school bus warning lights, bus arm, etc. Who should I address my concerns to?
A. Please send an e-mail
to
which includes a brief description, your route #, school and the best way to contact
you. Your concern will be addressed
and answered as soon as possible.
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