What should a driver of a collection truck do when they see a school bus with flashing red lights?

When a driver of a collection truck sees a school bus with flashing red lights, the proper course of action is to stop and wait until the bus turns off the flashing red lights before proceeding. This is a critical safety measure designed to protect children who may be getting on or off the bus. The flashing red lights indicate that the bus is either picking up or dropping off students, and it is a legal requirement in many places for vehicles approaching the bus from either direction to come to a complete stop.

This law is in place to ensure that children can cross the street safely and are not in danger from passing vehicles. Ignoring this signal can lead to dangerous situations and is generally subject to legal penalties. Therefore, waiting patiently until the bus has turned off the flashing lights demonstrates both adherence to traffic laws and a commitment to ensuring the safety of children.