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What is the minimum number of tie-downs for a 20-foot load?
What is the minimum number of tie-downs for a 20-foot load?
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Name the two basic reasons for covering cargo on an open bed?
Name the two basic reasons for covering cargo on an open bed?
To protect people from spilled cargo and to protect the cargo from the weather
What must you check before transporting a sealed load?
What must you check before transporting a sealed load?
You cannot inspect a sealed load but you should check that you don't exceed gross weight and axle weight limits.
Name some things to check in the interior of a bus during a vehicle inspection.
Name some things to check in the interior of a bus during a vehicle inspection.
What are some hazardous materials you can transport by bus?
What are some hazardous materials you can transport by bus?
What are some hazardous materials you can't transport by bus?
What are some hazardous materials you can't transport by bus?
What is a standee line?
What is a standee line?
Does it matter where you make a disruptive passenger get off the bus?
Does it matter where you make a disruptive passenger get off the bus?
How far from a railroad crossing should you stop?
How far from a railroad crossing should you stop?
When must you stop before crossing a drawbridge?
When must you stop before crossing a drawbridge?
Describe from memory the 'prohibited practices' listed in the manual.
Describe from memory the 'prohibited practices' listed in the manual.
The rear door of a transit bus has to be open to put on the parking brake.
The rear door of a transit bus has to be open to put on the parking brake.
How many classes of 4-inch, diamond-shaped hazard labels are recognized?
How many classes of 4-inch, diamond-shaped hazard labels are recognized?
What are Class 1 hazardous materials?
What are Class 1 hazardous materials?
What are Class 2 hazardous materials?
What are Class 2 hazardous materials?
What are Class 3 hazardous materials?
What are Class 3 hazardous materials?
What are Class 4 hazardous materials?
What are Class 4 hazardous materials?
What are Class 5 hazardous materials?
What are Class 5 hazardous materials?
What are Class 6 hazardous materials?
What are Class 6 hazardous materials?
What are Class 7 hazardous materials?
What are Class 7 hazardous materials?
What are Class 8 hazardous materials?
What are Class 8 hazardous materials?
What are Class 9 hazardous materials?
What are Class 9 hazardous materials?
What are unclassed hazardous materials?
What are unclassed hazardous materials?
Why must air tanks be drained?
Why must air tanks be drained?
What is a supply pressure gauge used for?
What is a supply pressure gauge used for?
All vehicles with air brakes must have a low air pressure warning signal.
All vehicles with air brakes must have a low air pressure warning signal.
What is the most important reason for doing a vehicle inspection?
What is the most important reason for doing a vehicle inspection?
What things should you check during a trip?
What things should you check during a trip?
Name some key steering parts.
Name some key steering parts.
Name some suspension system defects.
Name some suspension system defects.
What three kinds of emergency equipment must you have?
What three kinds of emergency equipment must you have?
What is the minimum tread depth for front tires?
What is the minimum tread depth for front tires?
What is the minimum tread depth for tires other than the front?
What is the minimum tread depth for tires other than the front?
Name some things you should check on the front of your vehicle during the walk around inspection.
Name some things you should check on the front of your vehicle during the walk around inspection.
What should wheel bearing seals be checked for?
What should wheel bearing seals be checked for?
How many red reflective triangles should you carry?
How many red reflective triangles should you carry?
How do you test hydraulic brakes for leaks?
How do you test hydraulic brakes for leaks?
Why put the starter switch key in your pocket during the vehicle inspection?
Why put the starter switch key in your pocket during the vehicle inspection?
Why should you back towards the driver's side?
Why should you back towards the driver's side?
If stopped on a hill, how can you start moving without rolling back?
If stopped on a hill, how can you start moving without rolling back?
When backing, why is it important to use a helper?
When backing, why is it important to use a helper?
What's the most important hand signal that you and the helper should agree on?
What's the most important hand signal that you and the helper should agree on?
What are the two special conditions where you should downshift?
What are the two special conditions where you should downshift?
When should you downshift automatic transmissions?
When should you downshift automatic transmissions?
Retarders keep you from skidding when the road is slippery.
Retarders keep you from skidding when the road is slippery.
What are the two ways to know when to shift?
What are the two ways to know when to shift?
How far ahead does the manual say you should look?
How far ahead does the manual say you should look?
What are two main things to look for ahead?
What are two main things to look for ahead?
What's your most important way to see the sides and rear of your vehicle?
What's your most important way to see the sides and rear of your vehicle?
What does 'communicating' mean in safe driving?
What does 'communicating' mean in safe driving?
Where should you place reflectors when stopped on a divided highway?
Where should you place reflectors when stopped on a divided highway?
What three things add up to total stopping distance?
What three things add up to total stopping distance?
If you go twice as fast, will your stopping distance increase by two or four times?
If you go twice as fast, will your stopping distance increase by two or four times?
Empty trucks have the best braking.
Empty trucks have the best braking.
What is hydroplaning?
What is hydroplaning?
What is black ice?
What is black ice?
How do you find out how many seconds of following distance space you have?
How do you find out how many seconds of following distance space you have?
If you are driving a 30-foot vehicle at 55 mph, how many seconds of following distance should you allow?
If you are driving a 30-foot vehicle at 55 mph, how many seconds of following distance should you allow?
You should decrease your following distance if somebody is following you too closely.
You should decrease your following distance if somebody is following you too closely.
If you swing wide to the left before turning right, another driver may try to pass you on the right.
If you swing wide to the left before turning right, another driver may try to pass you on the right.
What is a hazard?
What is a hazard?
Why make emergency plans when you see a hazard?
Why make emergency plans when you see a hazard?
What are some tips to follow so you won't become a distracted driver?
What are some tips to follow so you won't become a distracted driver?
How do you use in-vehicle communications equipment cautiously?
How do you use in-vehicle communications equipment cautiously?
How do you recognize a distracted driver?
How do you recognize a distracted driver?
What is the difference between aggressive driving and road rage?
What is the difference between aggressive driving and road rage?
What should you do when confronted with an aggressive driver?
What should you do when confronted with an aggressive driver?
What are some things you can do to reduce your stress before and while you drive?
What are some things you can do to reduce your stress before and while you drive?
You should use low beams whenever you can.
You should use low beams whenever you can.
What should you do before you drive if you are drowsy?
What should you do before you drive if you are drowsy?
What effects can wet brakes cause and how can you avoid these problems?
What effects can wet brakes cause and how can you avoid these problems?
You should let air out of hot tires so the pressure goes back to normal.
You should let air out of hot tires so the pressure goes back to normal.
You can safely remove the radiator cap as long as the engine isn't overheated.
You can safely remove the radiator cap as long as the engine isn't overheated.
What factors determine your selection of a 'safe' speed when going down a long, steep downgrade?
What factors determine your selection of a 'safe' speed when going down a long, steep downgrade?
Why should you be in the proper gear before starting down a hill?
Why should you be in the proper gear before starting down a hill?
Describe the proper braking technique when going down a long, steep downgrade.
Describe the proper braking technique when going down a long, steep downgrade.
What type of vehicles can get stuck on a railroad-highway crossing?
What type of vehicles can get stuck on a railroad-highway crossing?
How long does it take for a typical tractor-trailer unit to clear a double track?
How long does it take for a typical tractor-trailer unit to clear a double track?
Stopping is not always the safest thing to do in an emergency.
Stopping is not always the safest thing to do in an emergency.
What are some advantages of going right instead of left around an obstacle?
What are some advantages of going right instead of left around an obstacle?
What is an 'escape ramp?'
What is an 'escape ramp?'
If a tire blows out, you should put the brakes on hard to stop quickly.
If a tire blows out, you should put the brakes on hard to stop quickly.
How do you know if your vehicle has antilock brakes?
How do you know if your vehicle has antilock brakes?
What is the proper braking technique when driving a vehicle with antilock brakes?
What is the proper braking technique when driving a vehicle with antilock brakes?
How do antilock brakes help you?
How do antilock brakes help you?
What are some things to do at an accident scene to prevent another accident?
What are some things to do at an accident scene to prevent another accident?
Name two causes of tire fires.
Name two causes of tire fires.
What kinds of fires is a B:C extinguisher not good for?
What kinds of fires is a B:C extinguisher not good for?
When using your extinguisher, should you get as close as possible to the fire?
When using your extinguisher, should you get as close as possible to the fire?
Name some causes of vehicle fires.
Name some causes of vehicle fires.
Common medicines for colds can make you sleepy.
Common medicines for colds can make you sleepy.
Coffee and a little fresh air will help a drinker sober up.
Coffee and a little fresh air will help a drinker sober up.
What is a hazardous materials placard?
What is a hazardous materials placard?
Why are placards used?
Why are placards used?
What four things related to cargo are drivers responsible for?
What four things related to cargo are drivers responsible for?
How often must you stop while on the road to check your cargo?
How often must you stop while on the road to check your cargo?
How is Gross Combination Weight Rating different from Gross Combination Weight?
How is Gross Combination Weight Rating different from Gross Combination Weight?
Name two situations where legal maximum weights may not be safe.
Name two situations where legal maximum weights may not be safe.
What can happen if you don't have enough weight on the front axle?
What can happen if you don't have enough weight on the front axle?
What is the minimum number of tie-downs for any flatbed load?
What is the minimum number of tie-downs for any flatbed load?
Study Notes
Vehicle Inspection and Safety
- Importance of vehicle inspection lies in ensuring safety.
- During a trip, continually monitor gauges and mirrors, and use senses to check for problems. Remember to "LOOK, LISTEN, AND SMELL."
- Essential steering parts include the steering shaft, tie rod, and gear box.
- Suspension system defects may involve cracked spring hangers or leaking shock absorbers.
- Carry emergency equipment: three red reflective triangles, spare electrical fuses, and a fire extinguisher.
Tire and Brake Requirements
- Minimum tread depth for front tires is 4/32 inch; for other tires, it's 2/32 inch.
- Regular checks on wheel bearing seals for leaks are crucial.
- Test hydraulic brakes for leaks by applying firm pressure after pumping the pedal three times.
- Always keep the starter switch key in your pocket during inspections to prevent unauthorized vehicle movement.
Backing and Turning Techniques
- Backing toward the driver’s side improves visibility.
- Engage the clutch before releasing the brake to prevent rolling back on hills.
- Using a helper is essential when backing due to blind spots.
- The most crucial hand signal for communication with a helper is "STOP."
Driving and Hazard Awareness
- Downshift before starting down hills or entering curves for better control.
- Use engine and road speed to determine when to shift gears.
- Maintain awareness by looking 12-15 seconds ahead; observe for road conditions, traffic signals, and potential hazards.
- Communicate intentions on the road through signaling.
Traffic Safety and Following Distance
- Following distance should be four seconds for a 30-foot vehicle at 55 mph.
- Stopping distance increases four times if speed is doubled.
- Wet or empty truck conditions increase stopping distances; hydroplaning occurs when tires lose contact with the road.
- Black ice is hazardous as it appears wet and unclear.
Stress and Distraction Management
- Avoid distractions by assessing in-vehicle factors and making preventative plans.
- Recognize characteristics of distracted drivers; they may drift or travel inconsistently.
- Maintain personal calmness through listening to music and managing expectations.
Emergency Response and Awareness
- Stay cool, avoid confrontations with aggressive drivers, and report risky behavior to authorities.
- Emergency plans can mitigate dangers when encountering hazards.
- Proper responses at accident scenes involve protecting the area and providing assistance only if safe to do so.
Equipment and Fire Safety
- Use extinguishers from a safe distance, staying upwind to avoid flames.
- A B:C extinguisher is not effective on regular combustibles or metals.
- Key causes of vehicle fires include spilled fuel and under-inflated tires.
Cargo Management and Transportation Regulations
- Drivers are responsible for cargo inspection, securement, and weight balance, stopping to check within the first 50 miles and after any breaks.
- Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the maximum weight allowed, while Gross Combination Weight (GCW) refers to the current weight.
- Minimum tie-downs for flatbed loads require at least two, with additional ties based on cargo length.
Bus-Specific Regulations and Safety
- Check interior components of buses, including handholds and emergency exits.
- Transporting hazardous materials in buses has strict rules; small arms ammo and hospital supplies may be allowed, while more dangerous items such as explosives and certain poisons are prohibited.
- A standee line indicates where standing passengers must remain behind to ensure safety.### Disruptive Passengers and Bus Safety
- Discharging disruptive passengers should occur in safe areas to prevent danger; preferable at well-lit stops with other people nearby.
Stopping Distances
- Stop between 15 and 50 feet from a railroad crossing.
- Stop at least 50 feet before a drawbridge when crossing.
Prohibited Practices
- Fueling while passengers are on board is discouraged; never refuel in a closed building with passengers present.
- Avoid distractions like conversing with passengers while driving.
- Do not tow or push a disabled bus with passengers unless it is unsafe for them to exit; always follow company towing guidelines.
Bus Safety Features
- The rear door of a transit bus does not need to be open to engage the parking brake; the interlock system manages brakes when the rear door is open.
Hazardous Materials Classes
- There are 9 classes of 4-inch, diamond-shaped hazard labels.
- Classifications include:
- Class 1: Explosives (e.g., ammunition, dynamite)
- Class 2: Gases (e.g., propane, oxygen)
- Class 3: Flammable liquids (e.g., acetone, gasoline)
- Class 4: Flammable solids (e.g., matches, fuses)
- Class 5: Oxidizers (e.g., hydrogen peroxide)
- Class 6: Poisons (e.g., pesticides, arsenic)
- Class 7: Radioactive materials (e.g., Uranium, Plutonium)
- Class 8: Corrosive materials (e.g., battery acid, hydrochloric acid)
- Class 9: Miscellaneous hazardous materials (e.g., Formaldehyde, Asbestos)
Unclassed Hazardous Materials
- ORM-D labeled substances, which include some small-arms ammunition and combustibles like charcoal and lighter fluid.
Air Brake System Maintenance
- It is essential to drain air tanks regularly to remove water and compressor oil to prevent freezing and brake failure in cold weather.
- A supply pressure gauge measures the air pressure in the tanks.
Low Air Pressure Warning
- All vehicles with air brakes must have a low air pressure warning signal that activates when pressure drops below 60 psi; this threshold is 80-85 psi for larger buses.
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Test your knowledge on vehicle inspection techniques and safety protocols. This quiz covers essential components such as steering parts, suspension systems, tire and brake requirements, and safe driving habits. Ensure you understand the importance of routine checks to maintain vehicle safety on the road.
