WMATA WMATA Bus Operations 2

Question 1

What is the maximum allowable standing load for a standard 40-foot WMATA bus?

Accepted Answer

Up to the posted load limit

Answer

No standing is permitted

Answer

10 standees only

Answer

20 standees only

Question 2

When must a WMATA bus operator activate the wheelchair ramp?

Accepted Answer

Whenever a passenger with a mobility device needs to board or exit

Answer

Only when requested by a supervisor

Answer

Only at designated accessible stops

Answer

Only during off-peak hours

Question 3

How are WMATA bus routes identified?

Accepted Answer

By a combination of number and letter codes

Answer

By color only

Answer

By street name only

Answer

By GPS coordinates

Question 4

What is the correct action if a WMATA bus operator observes a safety hazard at a bus stop?

Accepted Answer

Report to Control Center and document the hazard

Answer

Skip the stop

Answer

Fix the hazard independently

Answer

Wait until end of shift to report

Question 5

Which WMATA system allows bus operators to communicate with dispatchers?

Accepted Answer

Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) radio system

Answer

SmarTrip terminal

Answer

Personal cell phone

Answer

Onboard passenger intercom

Question 6

What must a WMATA bus operator do after a collision, regardless of severity?

Accepted Answer

Immediately notify Control Center and remain at the scene

Answer

Continue the route if no injuries

Answer

File a report at end of shift

Answer

Exchange information with other driver and leave