STS Highlights September 2024
STS Highlights: September
September is typically our marker for autumn and cooler temperatures. This time of year we see a lot of partners and customers training new employees and finishing up annual requirements for their returning workers. We have online training options for these requirements that are available 24/7, trackable, and include completion certificates. If your organization isn’t using technology to your advantage, it’s time to open the door and usher in the 21st century.
I’m also personally excited to attend next month’s NAPT Conference! I hope to see you there!
The goal with these monthly resources is always to convey a few public service announcements (PSAs) and to help elevate your career, department, or organization. As always, we take pride in helping you meet your training needs and goals.
Business as usual,
Patrick
Managing Stress
The goal of stress management is not to eliminate stress but to make stress work more constructively. Understanding the effects of stress helps individuals recognize stress in themselves and others and respond better to stressful events.
Danger Zones
Reviewing the common danger zones surrounding a school bus is ALWAYS a necessity. Download this free resource for use in your facility as a safety reminder.
Download the Danger Zones Flyer
NAPT Conference & Trade Show
NAPT ACTS is set for October 4-8 in Oklahoma City and is expected to solidify its status as the premier school transportation conference in the nation. The event is packed with exciting keynote presentations, in-person PDS courses, engaging workshops, innovative educational events, topical general sessions, entertaining evening events, and endless networking opportunities.
Premier Responder 9-1-1 Call Center Software
Our Premier Responder emergency call handling software is configurable, easy to use, and inclusive of all emergency disciplines (law enforcement, fire, & medical). The software can be operated as a standalone unit or integrated with a computer aided dispatch (CAD) system. Our design is more effective in emergency situations streamlining dispatch and improving response times. We are the premier choice for emergency call handling!
Learn More About Premier Responder
School Bus (S) Endorsement – ELDT – Theory Curriculum
CDL drivers who want to drive a school bus must have a school bus (S) endorsement. For the endorsement, individuals must complete theory and behind-the-wheel training, a skills test, and meet other eligibility requirements. Our online curriculum satisfies the THEORY requirement and can be completed on any schedule.
CDL Prep & Refresher
This stand-alone course is intended as an option for in-service training and does NOT count toward Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT). The package includes 12 lessons and more than 15 hours of training. This particular course also includes a final test.
Best Practices for Emergency Procedures
Most public entities have emergency procedures on their books. When was the last time you reviewed yours? If you are in a position to reevaluate emergency procedures, please feel free to utilize this Best Practices Flyer.
Download the Emergency Procedures Flyer
Pretty Darn Interesting: Five Health and Fitness Numbers That Actually Matter
Ever since the first FitBit was released back in 2009, activity trackers have steadily been making their way into the mainstream. I wear one daily to track various health and activity metrics. If you look around your workplace, you may be surprised how many you see in use. This GQ article lays out the stats you should be aware of for better health!