What should a driver do if a bus breaks down on the road?

When a bus breaks down on the road, the safest and most responsible action for a driver is to stay with the bus and call for assistance. Staying with the bus ensures that the driver can monitor the situation and maintain the safety of the passengers, especially children who may not have the awareness or ability to navigate the situation independently.

Buses are equipped with safety equipment, including hazard lights and reflective triangles, which can help alert other motorists to the presence of the stopped bus, providing a safer environment until help arrives. Furthermore, leaving the bus could pose risks to the students on board and potentially increase the chances of an accident.

While other actions may seem reasonable, they can create hazardous situations. For example, evacuating students immediately could lead to chaos and confusion, especially if they are not in a safe area. Attempting to drive the broken bus to a garage could further damage the vehicle or put students at risk if the malfunction is significant. Finally, abandoning the bus and calling for help without ensuring the safety of the students is not advisable, as it leaves them unprotected. Staying with the bus is always the most prudent approach in such scenarios.