While travelling straight, how many seconds must you keep from the other vehicle?
A minimum 6 second following distance. Distance should be increased in inclement weather.
100
What technique do we use to see around blind spots?
Rock and Roll.
100
When making a right turn, what should we check in our left mirror?
Our tail-swing.
100
When approaching an intersection controlled by traffic lights and we notice that the light may turn yellow, we must:
Slow down and stop if it is safe to do so.
100
A good defensive procedure to follow when approaching an intersection is to cover the:
BRAKE - NOT YOUR EYES!!!
200
While approaching an intersection we must prepare to:
Stop
200
What parts of the bus cause blind spots?
Mirrors, Columns, Door.
200
When approaching a right turn, what must we search for?
Pedestrians/bicyclists approaching the intersection.
200
What do you call a light that has been green for a long time? What does this indicate?
A stale green light.
The light may turn quickly.
200
When backing is necessary, and you do not have a spotter, good practice is to use G.O.A.L.-- what does G.O.A.L. stand for:
Get Out And Look
300
While driving, we must avoid a ___________________ stare.
Fixed Stare
300
What is the rolling blind spot?
How do we prevent a rolling blind spot?
When the driver is moving at the same speed as the pedestrian preventing the driver from seeing the pedestrian/
Stop and Rock and Roll.
300
Which one of the Smith System keys allows us to see potential for harm?
Get the Big Picture!
300
Name the Smith System Keys?
(hint: All Good Kids Like Milk)
Aim High at Steering,
Get the Big Picture,
Keep your Eyes Moving,
Leave Yourself an Out,
Make Sure They See You.
300
If you see an oncoming vehicle in your lane, you should move to your:
Right and onto the shoulder.
400
When approaching an intersection, we must scan _________, ____________, and ___________ again.
Left, right, and left.
400
When making a left turn, and after scanning intersections, what should we check for on our right.
Check mirrors for tail swing.
400
What are we looking for beyond the intersection, we are turning left on?
Oncoming traffic, pedestrians.
400
How many feet is the danger zone in front of the bus? What part of the bus do we use to see the danger zone?
The Danger Zone is 12 feet /
Cross over mirrors
400
When loading and unloading passengers, what is the last thing to check before you move.
Your mirrors, specifically your crossover mirrors last.
500
What Smith Key allows for being aware of your surroundings?
(hint - body part)
Keep Your Eyes Moving.
500
How many seconds does it take for a school bus to make a turn?
8-10 seconds.
500
What type of collision can occur if we are not centered in our right lane and no more than 3 feet from the curb?
The squeezer - a car can attempt to pass on your right creating a collision.
500
What is the minimum legal distance to be maintained between commercial class vehicles travelling in the same direction on the highway outside a city, town or village?
60 metres - 200 feet
500
To keep us safe in the yard, What are two things we must wear? (hint: visibility and traction)