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School Bus Roadeos
At the Roadeo, drivers compete
against each other using their skills in precision driving and knowledge of
laws. Each event is either timed or measured to determine the score.
The events consist of an
obstacle course which includes backing, parallel parking, right and left
hand turns, student loading/unloading as well as written exams on laws and
vehicle inspections.
Many hours of practice are
needed for perfection, to receive the maximum amount of points per event.
Drivers spend many hours to reach a superior level of excellence.
In most Companies and School Districts, the practice time is on a volunteer
basis and uncompensated.
Many hours are also put into
detailing their buses for competition. Drivers wax the floors of their
buses, polish interior ceilings, clean and polish tires. Exteriors waxed
and every water spot removed.
Bus
Safety Roadeos are organized and sponsored by C.A.S.T.O ....California
Association of School Transportation Officials. Regional School Bus Safety Roadeos occur in
many different locations and are coordinated by CASTO chapter
representatives. State Roadeos are administered by the State Association
and sponsored by the leaders in the school transportation industry. Two
Sectional State Roadeos and a State Championship Roadeo are held each year.
Here
is a driver's experience at the Northern
California Sectional Roadeo!
Northern California Roadeo at Crows Landing
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