Bee Prepared: Safety Tips for Riding on a Bee-Line Bus

The Bee-Line System is committed to providing safe, secure and reliable service. Safety is everyone's responsibility. The Bee offers the following passenger safety tips to keep you safe when traveling by bus.

Share these tips with your family members.

Refer to our brochure in English or in Spanish.

Bee Ready

• Wear comfortable shoes and make sure shoelaces are tied to prevent slips and falls.
• If steps are difficult, ask the driver to use the lift.
• Use the handrails when entering and exiting the bus.
• Keep the aisle clear by securing personal belongings on your lap, under the seat, or in front of you.
• Bring hand sanitizer for cleaning hands after touching surfaces such as handrails.
• Take your time getting on and off the bus. Wait for the bus to make a full stop before departing your seat.

Bee Steady

• Take your time getting on and off the bus.
• When moving on the bus keep your hands free of cell phones and personal items.
• Sit down if an open seat is available.
• When in your seat, sit back instead of on the edge of your seat. Face forward and keep your feet firmly on the floor.
• If standing, hold the handrails with both hands to secure yourself.

Bee Alert

• Watch your step between the bus and the curb.
• Hold children’s hands on and off the bus.
• Don’t be distracted; be aware of what is going on around you.
• Don’t cross the street in front of a bus. Let the bus leave the stop before crossing the street.