Safety Comes First, Always
The Newry Coach Lines Promise
Our Commitment
At Newry Coach Lines, we do things differently
We are not just your standard busing company at Newry Coach Lines. We serve our community in a way that inspires safety and we treat all our passengers as if they are family. Our staff are first-class dependable — from our bus drivers to our technicians and mechanics — and we all prioritize the safe and trustworthy environment we work in.
Our fleet gets you where you need to go in a safe and friendly manner; encouraging a culture that’s focused on the care and consideration of parents, students and the community in which we all live.
All of us at Newry Coach Lines are proud to stand out from the industry standard!
Up-to-date on all things safety
Offering in-house training for a safer driver
Newry Coach Lines is one of only a few busing companies that offer in-house B and Z courses for their staff. This is not a common (nor standard) practice in the busing industry due to its lengthy process and the requirement of a trained professional that is adequately up-to-date in all areas of government policies. To ensure our passengers and bus drivers are always safe on the road, our drivers are required to complete the following safety courses:
CPR and First Aid (mandatory)
Disability Training (encouraged)
We are always updating drivers on the latest safety information to ensure our passengers are in good hands, along with conducting Police Background Checks, Vulnerable Sector Checks, and medical checks by a doctor on all of our NCL drivers.
Aside from offering mandatory safety training, we also offer the following courses to all our Newry Coach Lines bus drivers:
B and Z Courses
Our B and Z courses are approved by the Certified Ministry of Transportation and ensure all of our drivers are up to date about road safety.
Air Brake Endorsement Course
Approved by MTO, the Air Brake Endorsement course for buses is approximately 40 to 50 hours of in-house classes and bus training.
Our Buses are about Industry Standards
NCL goes beyond the baseline to ensure the best safety
To ensure every ride is safe and enjoyable, our buses go through an extensive safety check every day. If ever something goes wrong, our expert maintenance team is ready to fix the problem.
Aside from our daily check-ins, our buses go through specific checks annually, including two separate grease and oil changes, two standard government inspections, and a complete system check. We also go above and beyond and undercoat our buses every summer to minimize rust and electrical issues that can arise by the dirt and debris under the bus.
School Bus Safety Tips For Parents and Students
Know your Safety Zones
Did you know your child is most at risk of school bus-related injuries outside of the vehicle? They are most vulnerable before boarding the bus, leaving the bus, or crossing the street. You can reduce the risk of you or your child being injured by knowing and being aware of bus danger zones while traveling.
1. Loading
Stand 10 feet away from the road at all times
Wait for the bus to completely stop before proceeding
Enter the bus in a single file line
Walk, do not run
Use handrails
Find and take your seat right away
2. Riding
Do not distract the driver and always follow their instructions
Face forward at all times
Do not place objects in the aisle
Avoid rowdy behavior; do not throw things or eat or drink
Keep your arms and head inside the bus
3. Unloading
Use handrails
Do not walk behind the bus
Wait for crossing signal from your driver before crossing
Always look both ways before crossing
Walk 10 feet in front of the bus while crossing to ensure your driver has visibility
Walk, do not run
Buster’s Safety Badge! School Bus Safety Rules and Expectations for Primary Students!
A Guide to School Bus Safety Rules and Expectations for Junior Students.
School Bus Safety Rules and Expectations for First-Time Riders!
Interested in joining the NCL Family?
Apply today to start your bus driver career!
When you become a bus driver, you will play a large role in the lives of the children that are on your bus. It’s not just about safe transportation to and from school each day, you also become a listening ear and the smiling face that starts and ends their school day.