Cargo
911
Give me a brake!
Schooled!
Trippin'
100
What are headache racks or header boards?
Protects you from cargo in the back of the trailer in case of crash or an emergency stop.
100
Fire extinguisher, extra fuses, and emergency triangles.
What are the three items needed in case of an emergency?
100
60 psi
The warning buzzer on an air brake system will come on at _____________ psi
100
Blind spots behind your vehicle, low visibility, safety
What are reasons to have a look out person when backing?
100
Current oil pressure
What should come on after seconds of starting the engine?
200
One deals with the rating by the manufacturer and the other is the actual weight of the cargo.
What is the difference between GVWR and GCWR?
200
Engage the parking brake.
What should you always remember to do before you leave your CMV?
200
Stop Light Switch
What is the switch called that turns on the brake lights when you apply the air brakes?
200
Load all students before backing and watch for late comers at all times (load before backing, back before loading)
What should you do if you have to back at a student pick up/drop off location?
200
Headlights, high beams, clip lights, bumper, windshield.
What should you check on the front of the bus?
300
After the first 50 miles and after 150 miles or 3 hours.
When should you inspect cargo?
300
Help to slow the vehicle down and can help prevent brake fade.
How are retarders helpful?
300
found on each end of the vehicles axles
Where are brake drums located?
300
has a 3 feet tail swing
What is the back of the bus?
300
Emergency roof hatch
What emergency exit is allowed to be partially opened?
400
Results in "hard steering" and damaged axles.
What can happen if you have too much weight on the steering axle.
400
unexpected hazards that are inevitable.
Why should you always have an emergency plan?
400
You can only use your brakes 2-3 times (several times)
How many times can you use your air brakes after brake fade/failure begins?
400
At school or a designated bus stop regardless of behavior
Where should you drop off a student who is having a serious behavior issue?
400
Flooring, handrails, seats
What are 3 things to check during a pre-trip inside a bus?
500
Protects others from spilled cargo and protects cargo from the weather.
What are 2 basic reasons for covering cargo?
500
Ice on the radiator and winter fronts strapped on too tight
What are causes of engine overheating in the winter time.
500
Through gears or V-belt
How is the air compressor connected to the engine?
500
200 feet BEFORE a RR crossing
When should you activate your hazard lights?
500
4/32 - 2/32
What is the allowable minimum tread for front and back tires?
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