Minimum tread depth on the front tires of a school bus.
4/32 of an inch
Do this when a student refuses to stay seated while the bus is in motion.
Pull over when safe and address the behavior calmly
What is the speed limit in a school zone?
25 mph or as posted
What should you do in the event of a fire on the school bus?
Pull over, Evacuate students, Contact for help, Use fire extinguisher if safe,
The two important things you check on the tires during your inspection.
What is Tread Depth and Tire Pressure?
How should you address a noisy bus?
Use positive reinforcement and remind students of bus rules
Stop 15-50 feet from the tracks, open the door, listen, and proceed when safe
Name at least two items you must have on your bus for emergencies.
How many times safer is a school bus versus a car?
About 70 times safer.
Functionality and cleanliness
When is the driver responsible for a pupil and their behavior?
When must you activate your red flashing lights and stop arm?
Immediately after coming to a stop for pick ups.
At least 2.
What year was the school bus invented?
In 1925
Battery terminals must be clear of this.
what is corrosion?
What should you do when managing a student dispute?
Never physically intervene or lose your temper.
Can you turn right on a red light in a school bus?
Yes, unless posted otherwise and only after making a complete stop and ensuring it is safe to proceed.
It must be readily accessible and secured.
What does the black stripe on the side of the school bus represent?
Identifies Safety Reinforcements in the buses structure for Fire Department
CCR 13 requires this specific action to be done by the driver if a defect is found during your inspection.
What is most accurately described as a negative approach to student management?
The Citation system
During a Convoy, what is the minimum following distance for school buses?
What does the PASS word mean?
Pull the pin
Aim at the base
Squeeze the handle
Sweep side to side
Which bus crossed the ocean?
Colum-Bus hahahahahahahahahaha