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School Bus Driver Improvement Instructor – 23 – 02 – 22

February 22 - February 23

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Course Description

This course is designed for persons who express an interest in becoming an Instructor of the Ontario Safety League’s (OSL) Ministry – Approved School Bus Driver Improvement Course. In this two day course, candidates will participate in a regular School Bus Driver Improvement Course (SBDIC) on day one, followed by further review of legislative requirements and teaching techniques, strategies, course implementation and procedures. Individual presentations on a topic related to school bus safety is required.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, participants will be able to:

  • Understanding of HTA and O’Reg. specific to school buses
  • Understanding of Operator and driver responsibilities under the legislation
  • Understanding of how to perform proper vehicle inspections as required under the legislation
  • Understanding of the Hours of Service regulations
  • Understanding of factors that would influence your ability to be a good defensive driver
  • Understanding of vehicle dynamics
  • Understanding of vehicle braking systems
  • Understanding of the adjustments required for natural changes in nature
  • Understanding of the adjustments required in the changes of weather
  • Understanding of the adjustments required for traffic and road conditions
  • Understanding of the need to be aware of blind spots and danger zones, that are common to school buses
  • Understanding of the ABCs of a defensive driver
  • Understanding of the proper procedures to follow regarding passengers
  • Understanding of the safety equipment requirements
  • Understanding of the proper emergency procedures
  • Understanding of the appropriate teaching techniques and strategies
  • Understanding of proper procedures when teaching a course
  • Demonstrate the ability to prepare and deliver a lesson

Who Should Attend?

Applicants requiring the ability to teach the OSL’s Ministry Approved SBDIC Course

Prerequisites

  • Completed and have been certified by the Canada Safety Council in the PDIC and/or DDC Program – Note: Equivalent qualifications can be reviewed for exemption to the PDIC/DDC requirement
  • Applicant should not have more than 6 demerit points on license
  • Applicant should have a B or E class license and maintain their license in good standing

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive an approved Ontario Safety League Instructor Certificate.

Format

Interactive classroom instruction and Participant presentation

Location

Ontario Safety League (212-2595 Skymark Ave.)

Duration

Two (2) days; 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Note: The following fees will apply when running a course as an approved OSL Instructor

  • $12:00 for SBDIC Student Handbooks
  • $9.75 per Certificate for processing
Price: $535.00

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Details

Start:
February 22
End:
February 23
Cost:
$535.00
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Location

2595 Skymark Ave #212
2595 Skymark Ave #212
Mississauga, ON L4W 4L5 Canada
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