Questions and Answers
What is a standee line on a bus?
The line that all riders must stay behind while the bus is moving
When discharging an unruly rider, what type of place should you choose?
As safe as possible
Riders should be allowed to stand in front of the standee line.
False
When can charter bus drivers allow riders on the bus?
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A bus driver should talk unnecessarily with riders while driving.
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Bus drivers are allowed to fuel their bus in a closed building if there are riders aboard.
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A rider can bring a car battery aboard the bus.
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Carry-on baggage can be left in the doorway or aisle of the bus.
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Baggage or freight carried on a bus must be secured.
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What is the maximum weight of small arms ammunition that can be transported on a bus?
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What is the maximum weight of hazardous material allowed on a bus?
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Buses are allowed to carry less than 100 pounds of _____ in the passenger area.
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Carrying hazardous materials on a bus is always prohibited.
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A bus can carry baggage and freight only if it is secure and out of the way of an exit.
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Buses are not allowed to carry more than _____ pounds of any one class of allowed hazardous materials.
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What is a type of cargo that can never be carried on a bus?
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When driving a 40 foot bus at 30 mph, how many seconds of safety space should you keep in front of you?
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What should you do with your speed when dimming your headlights from high to low at night?
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To have the best control on curves, what should you do?
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When driving a 40 foot bus at 50 mph, how many seconds of space should you keep in front of the bus?
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The posted speed for turns is safe for buses.
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On a slippery road during the day, how much space should you allow in front of you?
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How many times as much stopping distance is needed at 40 mph than at 20 mph?
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When driving a 30 foot bus on a highway with good visibility and dry road, how many seconds of distance in front of your vehicle should be maintained?
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If a bus leans in a curve, you are driving at the correct speed.
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A disabled bus with riders aboard may be towed or pushed to a safe spot only if getting off the bus sooner would be unsafe.
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List the three types of emergency equipment that must be on your bus.
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Emergency roof hatches can never be locked in a partially open position for fresh air.
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An emergency exit door must be closed when operating the bus.
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It is acceptable to drive with an emergency door open.
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A bus driver should stop _____ to _____ feet before the nearest railroad track.
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A bus driver should change gears while driving across railroad tracks.
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What should a bus driver announce when arriving at a bus stop?
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If there is no traffic light or attendant, stop for a drawbridge about ___ feet from the draw.
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Study Notes
Safety and Passenger Management
- A standee line on a bus marks the area where all riders must remain behind while the bus is in motion.
- When discharging an unruly rider, choose the safest location possible to avoid potential hazards.
- Riders are prohibited from standing in front of the standee line for safety reasons.
Boarding and Fueling Protocols
- Charter bus drivers must not allow passengers to board the bus until the scheduled departure time.
- Bus drivers should never engage in unnecessary conversation with riders while driving.
- Fueling a bus with passengers aboard should not occur in enclosed spaces for safety.
Carry-On Items and Hazardous Materials
- Passengers are not permitted to bring hazardous items such as car batteries or gasoline onto the bus.
- Carry-on baggage must never obstruct doorways or aisles, ensuring clear egress in emergencies.
- Baggage or freight must be secured to allow other exits and windows to be accessible.
- Transportation of small arms ammunition or emergency supplies is permitted if under 500 pounds total.
Handling Hazardous Materials
- A maximum weight of 500 pounds for hazardous materials is allowed on the bus.
- Less than 100 pounds of small arms ammunition can be carried in the passenger compartment.
- Certain hazardous materials are permitted on buses when specific conditions are met.
- No more than 100 pounds of any single class of allowed hazardous material may be carried.
Driving Safety and Conditions
- Maintain a 4-second safety space when driving a 40-foot bus at 30 mph under good conditions.
- Dim headlights from high to low at night and reduce speed accordingly for safety.
- Slow down before entering curves and gently accelerate through them for better vehicle control.
- Keep a 5-second following distance when driving a 40-foot bus at 50 mph.
Speed and Stopping Distance
- The posted speed limit for turns may not be safe for buses due to their size and weight.
- On slippery roads, allow significantly more space than what is required in ideal conditions.
- Stopping distance increases significantly; it is approximately 4 times greater at 40 mph than at 20 mph.
- A 30-foot bus should maintain a 4-second following distance on dry roads with good visibility.
Emergency Equipment and Protocols
- Essential emergency equipment for buses includes a fire extinguisher, spare fuses, and reflectors.
- Emergency roof hatches may be partially open for ventilation but must be safe.
- Emergency exit doors must be closed while the bus is in operation; driving with them open is prohibited.
Rail Safety
- Buses must stop 15 to 50 feet before the nearest railroad track and should not change gears while crossing with a manual transmission.
- Announce the location, reason for stopping, next departure time, and bus number upon arriving at a bus stop.
- When no traffic light or attendant is present, stop at least 50 feet from a drawbridge.
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These flashcards will help you prepare for the Class B License Passenger Endorsement test. They cover essential safety guidelines and regulations that drivers need to follow regarding rider behavior and bus safety. Test your knowledge and ensure you understand critical concepts for safe bus operation.
