When are seat belts required to be worn by students on the bus?

Seat belts are required to be worn by students on the bus when the bus is equipped with seat belts. This regulation is in place to enhance the safety of passengers and minimize the risk of injury in the event of a crash. Wearing a seat belt helps secure the student in their seat, reducing the likelihood of being thrown from it during sudden stops or collisions.

Options such as specifying that seat belts are only necessary on highways, during long trips, or are altogether unnecessary do not align with the principle of ensuring safety at all times in any scenario where seat belts are present. Therefore, the requirement to wear seat belts at all times on equipped buses reinforces the commitment to student safety regardless of the journey's length or location.