Ohio School Van Driver Training for Education: Initial Course

Lesson 1

Course intent is to prepare individuals to transport school children safely.

Overview:

Lesson Preparation and Reading

Ohio School Van Driver Course

Course Terminology

Van – Vehicle other than a school bus

Driver QualificationsSchool districts and individual drivers must be in compliance with all

of the requirements listed in the training manual.

•Refer to OAC 3301-83-06 Personnel qualifications.

Driver Qualifications (cont.)

•So please REMEMBER TO GET YOUR CERTIFICATE RENEWED ANNUALLY.

Disqualified.

Vehicle Regulations

These guidelines refer to all board-owned, leased, or contracted vehicles other than school buses.

Public Relations• The vehicle you drive is a billboard for the

schools – it should always display the right message.

• This is best done by:▫Showing respect for property▫Obeying all traffic laws▫Respecting other drivers.

• Parents are concerned with others driving their children. Be kind, courteous, and maintain a good attitude. It never hurts to smile. 

• YOU REPRESENT THE SCHOOLS!

Video and Review Questions