a) DRIVER SAFETY

All Mulligan drivers are subject to the following conditions to ensure the
safety of our student passengers:
         
      • Driver applicants must pass a motor vehicle check, criminal background
        screening and pass a drug & alcohol test.

      • All driver candidates must take part in a comprehensive personal interview
        with Mulligan management befroe being considered for school bus driver training.
    
      • Yearly review of each driver's performance

      • Drivers must adhere to the latest federal and state safety performance
        guidelines.

b) SCHOOL BUS MANUFACTURER

Here at Arthur F. Mulligan, our fleet of school buses made by Thomas Built Bus company.  More than 65% of our Thomas Built Bus fleet is 3 years old or newer. All buses feature superior safety equipment and meet all state- mandated engineering and performance guidelines.  Listed below are some of the important safety features of Thomas Built Bus vehicles:

      • Steel-framed structure
      • Innovative 'SafeGuard Flex Seat' seat & belt system
      • Front, back and side crash protection
      • Distinctive yellow coloring and lights for visablity in all types of weather
      • Stop arms and red flashing lights
      • Two-way radio for communication with dispatch office and school districts.