In-Service Training Topics
Ohio school bus drivers and transportation aides must participate in a minimum of four hours of annual in-service training. Drivers of vehicles other than school buses must participate in a minimum of two hours of annual in-service training.
Keeping in-service training sessions interesting and relevant is often a challenge. Below are some topics that districts, schools and employers may consider to incorporate in their annual training to remain in compliance with the requirements set forth in OAC 3301-83-10:
- School bus and commercial driver license requirements
- Public and staff relations
- Equipment and care, including the operation of adaptive equipment needed to safely transport pre-school and special needs children
- Driving the bus or alternative school vehicle
- Defensive Driving
- Railroad grade crossing safety
- Pupil management, including bullying behaviors
- Safety and emergency procedures
- Use of first aid and blood borne pathogens equipment
- Motor vehicle laws and Ohio pupil transportation operation and safety rules
- Road signs, signals, and pavement markings
- Fuel conservation
- Radio/cellular communications
- Distracted and impaired driving
- Student rosters
- Detailed route sheets and designated place of safety
- Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) specific to transportation personnel in accordance with OAC 3301-35-15.
Feel free to contact our office, your regional pre-service office, or the Ohio State Patrol if you should have any questions or require assistance with in-service trainings.
Last Modified: 2/6/2026 10:04:42 AM