What should be the focus around loading and unloading zones?

The focus around loading and unloading zones should be on ensuring pupil safety. This priority is paramount because these areas are designated for students to enter and exit the bus, which inherently involves potential risks. Actions taken in these zones must prioritize the safety of children, such as ensuring that they are not in proximity to moving vehicles, that they follow safe practices while boarding and disembarking, and that drivers are vigilant to prevent accidents.

While speeding up the process, controlling traffic, and minimizing stops are important considerations for efficiency and traffic management, they are secondary to the immediate need for safety. Loading and unloading zones should be designed and monitored to protect students first and foremost, as their welfare is the primary concern of school bus operations.