Who approves stops with visibility less than 500 feet for school buses?

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is responsible for approving stops with visibility less than 500 feet for school buses. This is because the CHP sets regulations concerning the safety and operation of school buses on public roads, aiming to ensure that stops are made in the safest locations possible. Stops must provide adequate visibility to allow drivers to see the bus and any children boarding or disembarking, thereby reducing the risk of accidents.

The local school district and the California Department of Education primarily handle the school-related policies but do not have the authority to determine stop visibility regulations directly. The bus driver is focused on safe operation during transit and does not have the authority to approve or change designated stop locations, especially in regards to visibility safety standards. Therefore, the role of the CHP is pivotal to maintaining safety when bus stops are below the visibility threshold.