The district shall utilize three-point lap-shoulder belts on district school buses as required by state law. All three-point lap-shoulder belts when available on district buses will be used by passengers when the vehicle is in any non-stationary gear.
Drivers are not responsible (i.e. liable) for students wearing seat belts while riding. Drivers are responsible (i.e. liable) for instructing and/or reminding students to put on seat belts prior to the bus moving.
Legal Reference: 281 I.A.C. 43.10(6)
I.A.C. Iowa Administrative Code Description
281 I.A.C. 43.10 Transportation - Permitted Uses
Cross References Description
711.07 School Bus Safety Instruction
Approved: 8/16/2021, 9/15/2025, 9/16/2026
Reviewed: 8/19/2026
Revised: 8/19/2026
