What type of vehicle may a driver that is SPAB certified not operate?

A SPAB-certified driver is specifically trained to operate activity buses that transport students for school-related activities. However, the distinction lies in the types of vehicles that fall under the certification. A School Bus, which is designed for regular routes transporting students between home and school or for school-related activities, has a distinct set of requirements and regulations compared to a School Pupil Activity Bus.

While SPAB-certified drivers can operate passenger vans and charter buses under certain conditions, they are not authorized to operate traditional school buses. School buses have stricter regulations regarding design, safety features, and operation due to their primary purpose of ensuring the safety and transportation of students for regular school attendance and other designated routes.

Thus, the inability of a SPAB-certified driver to operate a School Bus is anchored in the regulatory framework that differentiates between vehicles used for regular school transportation and those designated for pupil activities. This distinction emphasizes the importance of adhering to specific licensing and certification requirements associated with different types of vehicles.