State Agencies
This agency representative issues the Temporary DL45
What is: The CHP
This document is required to be turned in at the completion of a driver's day.
What is: The DVIR
This acronym is commonly used to identify hazards while on the road.
What is: I-P-D-E
This lighting system must be activated "in accordance to state law"
What is: The Amber Warning Lights
This dollar amount of property damage is, by definition, a school bus accident.
What is: $1,000.00
This agency is responsible for approving all courses of study for CA school bus drivers.
What is: The CDE
The rear axle of a school bus may have new tires or this type of approved repair job?
What is: Recapped or Retreaded Tires
The "Safety Circle" is comprised of 3 rings that surround the bus. They are listed in this order (Largest first)
What is: Zone of Recognition, Zone of Action, Accident/Collision Zone
Legal Parking at a bus stop is parallel and within ___ inches to the edge of the available roadway.
What is: Within 18"
True or False: If a school bus touches a problem object but causes no damage, they are NOT required to report it to their supervisor?
What is: FALSE
This agency is responsible for investigating all school bus accidents.
What is: The CHP
This valve is checked for leaks during the Static Check of the Air Brake Inspection.
The average reaction time of a driver from the moment they recognize a hazard to the time they react to it is:
what is: 3/4 second
True or False: The Parking Brake must be set at each bus stop.
What is: TRUE!
A wheelchair school bus must have 2 fire extinguishers, each rated at no less than:
What is: 8 B:C
This agency is responsible for ensuring that all school bus driver applicants meet the criteria to obtain a DL45.
What is: The DMV
This system requires the driver to check for students after completing a route; a faulty system places the bus o.o.s.
What is: The "CSAS" Child Safety Alert System
When driving, an increase in speed causes a _____ in traction.
What is: Decrease
There are ___ (#) exceptions to the use of the 8-way flashing signal system at bus stops according to CVC 22112.
What is: 6 Exemptions
A 25-passenger school bus is required to have a first aid kit with a minimum unit count of:
What is: 16 Units
This agency is responsible for certifying state-certified instructors and delegated behind-the-wheel trainers.
What is: The CDE
Each school bus has these 6 required decals:
What is: 1. SCHOOL BUS, 2. EMERGENCY EXIT, 3. DISTRICT or COMPANY NAME 4. DOT OR STATE NUMBER 5: BUS # AND 6. STOP WHEN RED LIGHTS FLASH
Name the 4 required mirrors on a CA school bus.
What is: Pupil Mirror, Left Flat Mirror, Right Flat Mirror, & 1 Crossview Mirror
A student must be given to the custody of a parent or _________
what is: a person designated by the parent or school
When is a school bus required to place their emergency reflective triangles per CVC 25300?
What is: Only during the hours of darkness