Are bus drivers happier if passengers say hello?

Passengers who greet bus drivers as they embark or disembark have a small positive impact on drivers' wellbeing, a survey has suggested. A pilot in Hammersmith saw stickers put on some buses to encourage people to say hello or thank you to the driver.



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There are those who think saying “Thanks” to your bus driver is ridiculous. And perhaps hearing the word all day starts being monotonous and annoying for some drivers. Others see it as a polite thing to do, especially it's heartfelt. Regardless, it happens, and people do notice it.

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Does saying thank you upon exiting the bus, drive bus drivers nuts? No it won't. You'll surprise them as no one does but everyone should. Being thoughtful of others and thanking them for their service is good manners which everyone should work on to make this a better place to live in.

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A small survey of 77 drivers suggested a greeting from a passenger was meaningful to them, the researchers said. Of 116 passengers questioned at a bus station, 84% said they believed engaging with the driver had a positive impact, according to the findings.

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There are those who think saying “Thanks” to your bus driver is ridiculous. And perhaps hearing the word all day starts being monotonous and annoying for some drivers. Others see it as a polite thing to do, especially it's heartfelt. Regardless, it happens, and people do notice it.

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One of the biggest challenges for school bus drivers is the responsibility of transporting dozens of students to and from school each day. This responsibility can be stressful, as school bus drivers are responsible for the safety and well-being of their passengers.

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Public Transportation Etiquette Offer your seat to elderly or disabled passengers. If the train or bus is crowded, make sure you leave room for people to move around you. Avoid using the phone as much as possible. If you do talk on the phone, try to keep conversations brief and speak quietly.

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They are thanked roughly five times more than any other profession, with drivers saying it is one of the best things about their job. Some 40% of them are thanked more than 50 times a day, which an overwhelming majority said positively impacts their wellbeing.

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Please let him know I think he's great!” “I want to commend the driver of the route 115 on January 30 as he was amazing. He took the time to explain to me how to ride a different bus, explaining the map and even tried to hold the other bus for me. I really appreciated his help.

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Provide free meals. Bus drivers work long hours and must ensure that their passengers are comfortable and safe during the trip. Providing your charter bus driver employees with free meals from time to time shows your appreciation to them for their hard work.

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Bus drivers are realistic and social They also tend to be social, meaning that they thrive in situations where they can interact with, persuade, or help people. If you are one or both of these archetypes, you may be well suited to be a bus driver.

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48.9% of all bus drivers are women, while 51.1% are men. The average bus driver age is 57 years old.

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Working as a school bus driver is an ideal job for anyone who loves working with children, who is an alert and safe driver, and who hates the thought of working a regular nine-to-five job. On average, school bus drivers generally work only mornings and afternoons, and less than 40 hours a week.

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If the bus has a stop button, use it. Sometimes you have to pull a cord (usually around and above the windows) or press on a rubbery strip to do the same thing. Watch the other passengers and look around the bus. If there's no such device, or the bell doesn't work, speak up.

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You tap in and the machine immediately deducts the flat fare. The driver will see you do this and challenge you if you don't. It's a flat fare for a trip of any length and this makes tapping out unnecessary. Indeed flat fares were introduced to make this work.

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Bus drivers require soft skills to interact with the public. They also require hard skills associated with driving and operating vehicles and ensuring passenger safety. These skills may vary depending on your specific position as school bus driver , city bus driver or interstate bus driver.

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The Top Ten Rules of Public Transportation Etiquette
  1. 1.) Let passengers exit first. ...
  2. 2.) Give up your seat if necessary. ...
  3. 3.) Only take up the space you need. ...
  4. 4.) Be prepared to board. ...
  5. 5.) Keep your business to yourself. ...
  6. 6.) Respect transit staff. ...
  7. 7.) Respect the property. ...
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