Section 071-124-14 - TRANSPORTATION14.01 If a school transports public preschool children, it is recommended that the standard of care offered to public preschool students meet the standard of care as defined by "Guideline for the Safe Transportation of Preschool Age Children in School Buses," which is provided by the National Highway Transportation Safety Agency, as follows: A. Children should be in a child safety restraint system appropriate for the age, weight and height of the student.B. There should be at least one aide on board the bus to assist with loading, unloading, correct securement and behavior/emotional support. C. There will be training, communication and operational policy items for drivers, aides, parents, students and routes. NOTE: Pursuant to 20-A MRSA §5401(3-A) school administrative units are not required to provide transportation for public preschool children.
05- 071 C.M.R. ch. 124, § 14