Grade 7 student stops school bus as the driver lost consciousness
7TH GRADE HERO – A 13-year-old American boy named Dillon Reeves is being hailed as a hero after he safely stopped a school bus carrying around 70 students when the driver lost consciousness in Michigan.
School bus drivers have an important responsibility of safely transporting students to and from school. To become a school bus driver, one must have a commercial driver’s license (CDL) with a passenger endorsement, undergo training specific to driving a school bus, and follow strict guidelines to ensure the safety of their passengers.
School bus drivers must inspect their buses daily before each trip and follow specific routes and schedules while adhering to traffic laws and regulations. Additionally, they must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills to handle challenging situations such as traffic congestion, bad weather, and disruptive passengers.
The role of a driver is crucial in ensuring the safety and well-being of students. Their actions can have a significant impact on the lives of their passengers and their families. Therefore, it is essential that school bus drivers take their role seriously and commit themselves to providing safe and reliable transportation for their passengers.
Speaking of which, in Michigan, a school bus carrying around 70 students almost got into an accident after the driver lost consciousness. Fortunately, 13-year-old Dillon Reeves was there to safely stop the vehicle.
According to Philstarlife.com, Dillon saw the driver faint and immediately got up to grab the steering wheel, bringing the vehicle to a halt in the middle of the road using the hand brake. Dillon’s quick thinking and heroic action prevented a potentially fatal accident.
A video released by the authorities shows the children screaming as Dillon takes control of the bus and calls out for someone to dial the emergency rescue service number. Dillon’s bravery has earned him the title of a 7th Grade Hero, and he has been praised by the Warren city councilor for his courageous act.
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