Core Concepts & Fundamentals Flashcards

What is the main purpose of the driver's pre-trip inspection of a school bus?

Answer: To find defects that could affect safe operation before students board

Pre-trip inspections find safety defects before the bus enters service with students aboard.

National guidance recommends how many school bus emergency evacuation drills each school year for students who ride regularly?

Answer: At least two

Most states and national procedures call for at least two evacuation drills per school year.

When students must cross the roadway at a bus stop, national procedures recommend that they cross:

Answer: At least 10 feet in front of the bus, where the driver can see them, after the driver signals

Students should cross about 10 feet in front of the bus, make eye contact with the driver, and wait for the driver's signal.

Which federal agency issues the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards that apply to school bus manufacturing?

Answer: NHTSA

NHTSA issues FMVSS for new vehicle manufacturing, including school buses.

Which agency investigates major school bus crashes and issues safety recommendations but has no enforcement authority?

Answer: NTSB

The NTSB investigates crashes and makes recommendations but cannot issue or enforce regulations.

The federal minimum annual random controlled substances testing rate for CDL drivers is currently set at:

Answer: 50% of the average number of driver positions

FMCSA has kept the minimum random drug testing rate at 50% of the average number of driver positions.

A 'manifest' or route ridership roster is primarily used by transportation supervisors to:

Answer: Account for which students are assigned to and ride each bus

Rosters let staff verify who is assigned to a bus, which is critical for emergencies and student accountability.