School Transportation Management Quiz

<p>At fair market value by the area transportation consultant (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To fund the purchase of replacement service vehicles (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cranking the engine every three months (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>School buses and fuel trucks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>E6 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Information about the use and installation of seat belts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Destroy in office after 3 years (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>State Vehicle Fleet Management System (BSIP) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bus scheduling and routing information, students’ addresses, bus maintenance schedules (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Retained in electronic form for 3 years after applicable statistical reports are produced and then erased or deleted (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To document school bus maintenance and use (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Seat Belt File (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>3 years (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Operating engine temperature (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>More informed maintenance decisions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Following recommended procedures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>When analysis results require an oil change (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To adjust the daily work schedule based on vehicle needs (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Bus manufacturer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>1000 miles before the maximum mileage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To document all accident reports (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>TD-21 worksheet (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Once a month (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Documentation of all equipment sold (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Chronologically (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To document driver hours (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Service Call Log (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Due to its impact on vehicle mileage documentation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Numerical references for critical messages (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>One fuel truck per 75 school buses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Submit a formal request to DPI with required details (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>DPI approval if the original chassis is damaged (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tire trucks, lube trucks, and other maintenance vehicles (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The LEA through local funds or insurance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They must purchase the body and chassis before seeking approval (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Current logistics and growth factors for bus fueling (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Any other use requires a refund to the state (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Local Education Agencies (LEAs) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide consultation and resources for school bus operations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Setting the prices for school bus services (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Local Education Agencies (LEAs) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Department of Administration (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Federal motor vehicle safety standards (FMVSSs) applicable to school buses (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Built to the same standards and uniform in appearance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They develop specifications for school buses that will be included in a statewide term contract (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

North Carolina law that governs the construction, equipment, color, and maintenance of school buses. It also requires all school buses to meet specific safety standards.

The State Board of Education makes rules and regulations for school buses in NC.

A group of individuals who work together to create specifications for school buses in NC.

The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction Transportation Services section works with local education agencies (LEAs) to ensure school buses are safe and meet requirements.

The purchase of a new school bus is the responsibility of the local education agency.

A statewide agreement that ensures school buses meet specific standards.

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards are applied to school buses owned by LEAs that don't undergo state replacement processes.

Private contractors that transport students must meet federal motor vehicle safety standards.

The local board must pay for additional features like four-wheel drive, extended cab, or service body on service trucks.

Fuel trucks are essential for distributing fuel to school buses. They're typically used in remote fueling systems.

A local board can request a fuel truck from DPI, but approval depends on factors like bus fleet size and fueling logistics.

Generally, one fuel truck is needed for every 75 school buses. However, additional trucks can be added if the fleet is 35 buses over the general rule.

Wreckers are used to tow disabled school buses to the garage. They can only be used for official purposes.

An LEA must seek DPI approval to add a wrecker to the state replacement schedule. The body can only be transferred to a new chassis under certain conditions.

If a wrecker is involved in an accident, the LEA is responsible for replacing the damaged boom and body.

LEAs can purchase tire trucks, lube trucks, and other vehicle types for school bus maintenance. However, the state does not replace these vehicles.

A school bus owned by the LEA (Local Education Agency) that has not been replaced by the state and is authorized for use on regular routes. The state may replace the bus if funds are available and the need arises.

A school bus temporarily loaned to the LEA for use on regular routes. This bus is funded by the state due to additional transportation needs. The LEA must either order a new bus or eliminate the need for an additional bus within 18 months.

A school bus designated by the state for replacement due to its age or mileage, depending on funding availability.

A vehicle not eligible for state replacement, but used for state-eligible purposes. This vehicle can receive state-funded maintenance and fuel.

A wrecked school bus that is owned by the LEA. It has not been replaced but is awaiting a new bus.

A vehicle owned by the LEA that has been replaced by a new state-funded vehicle. It is no longer needed and is designated for sale as surplus.

A vehicle that has been sold or discarded.

Vehicles used for purposes not directly related to transporting students to and from school, such as activity buses, staff vehicles, and maintenance equipment. These vehicles are not eligible for state funding for parts, labor, or fuel.

The use of oil analysis kits to assess oil quality and determine the need for oil changes, leading to better maintenance decisions.

Factors that contribute to the contamination of oil, such as: cold engine temperatures, malfunctioning air filters, rich fuel mixtures and weather conditions.

A digital system used to manage and schedule preventative maintenance for school buses.

A specific screen within BSIP (Bus Service Information Program) used to review and adjust the daily preventive maintenance schedule based on vehicle data.

The maximum mileage a bus can run between scheduled preventative maintenance services, defined by the specific maintenance plan.

The process of visually inspecting a school bus every 30 days to comply with state regulations.

An early warning system within BSIP (Bus Service Information Program) that displays vehicles for preventive maintenance 1,000 miles before they reach the maximum allowed mileage for scheduled services.

The overarching goal of using BSIP (Bus Service Information Program) is to ensure each vehicle receives scheduled inspections and preventative maintenance activities on time.

Records about school bus routes, passenger lists, bus run reports, and other related information.

Records concerning the use and installation of seat belts and other safety systems in school buses, including consent forms and similar documents.

An electronic database used by local education agencies to track the inventory and maintenance of school buses and transportation vehicles.

Preventative maintenance information and inventories of buses are recorded in this system.

An electronic data processing record for managing school transportation services, including bus scheduling, routing information, student addresses, bus maintenance schedules, mileage, and other related data.

Data and statistics related to school transportation, including bus schedules, student addresses, and bus maintenance records.

Documents related to school bus maintenance and use, including information about hours driven, materials received, and transportation charges.

General guidelines for disposing of machine-readable and electronic data processing records are found in this standard.

A file containing documentation of all equipment sold, such as surplus buses, trucks, scrap metal, and scrap tires. For vehicle sales, it's useful to include a copy of the payment check and vehicle title.

A document specifically designed for school bus drivers to report any vehicle defects they encounter on a daily basis.

This file should contain all documentation related to issuing fuel, whether it's from a fueling station or fuel trucks, maintaining a chronological order.

Documents all emergency maintenance calls, also known as breakdowns. This system ensures that reported issues are properly logged and addressed.

A comprehensive record that includes all accident reports related to vehicles. It should be organized by both date and vehicle for easy access.

A worksheet or electronic tool used to accurately calculate inventory pricing for various items, such as unit pricing, total pricing, tax, and freight.

Critical messages sent by the Department of Public Instruction (DPI) to school transportation employees via an email list. These messages carry a numerical reference for easy identification and organization.

The process of entering maintenance data into the BSIP system. It's crucial for documenting maintenance tasks, labor charges, and parts assignments.

The responsibility for managing and maintaining the vehicle accident files is often entrusted to the shop foreman or personnel specifically designated for vehicle maintenance.

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