CSPT Core Concepts & Fundamentals 5

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

To find defects that could affect safe operation before students board

Answer

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

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

At least two

Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

NHTSA

Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

NTSB

Answer

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

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