20 hour bus driver training
It is unlawful for anyone to interfere by any means with the lawful transportation of students to or from school-sponsored activities on a school-owned or county-owned vehicle (Page 23) True False
True
Your attitude can set the stage for how things go on the school bus and throughout a student's day (Page 15) True False
True
The first offense of a driver passing the bus when the alternating flashing red warning lights are flashing is a misdemeanor and punishable by (page 76) a) a fine of $500 - $1250 b) a warning c) a fine of $50 - $100 d) a fine of $10 - $15
a fine of $500 - $1250
Which of the following is not considered emergency equipment that needs to be in all buses (page 178) a) belt cutter b) first aid kit c) fire extinguisher d) cell phone charger
cell phone charger
The most important thing to do on a downgrade is to (page 128) a) use headlights b) maintain a tight grip on the steering wheel with both hands c) use the emergency brake from the very start of the downgrade d) control the bus speed through proper use of the transmission
control the bus speed through proper use of the transmission
Two types of warning devices for a railroad track are (page 157) a) crossbuck and X sign b) crossbuck and lights c) lights and siren d) siren and train whistle
crossbuck and lights
The five point mirror check allows you to continuously monitor (page 69) a) students behavior b) danger zones around the bus c) the drivers appearance
danger zones around the bus
A driver with a depth perception error of 20% or more may experience problems (page 36) a) determining whether its cloudy outside b) determining following distances, rear clearance, and other driving conditions c) determining what color the car ahead of the bus is
determining following distances, rear clearance, and other driving conditions
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a civil rights law that prohibits (page 193) a) an individual with a disability from riding the bus b) discrimination against individuals with disabilities c) sibling from riding the same bus d) none of the above
discrimination against individuals with disabilities
A driver transporting students to a sporting event can use tobacco products if they are not on campus (page 23) true false
false
A student with a special need should always be disciplined the same way a non-disabled student is disciplined true false
false
An automatic transmission cannot be downshifted to use the engine as a braking force to slow the bus (page 38) true false
false
Child safety restraint systems do not have an expiration date (page 204) true false
false
Graffiti should be left on your bus as decoration (page 103) true false
false
In the event of an emergency, the driver's primary consideration is to complete insurance paperwork (page 179) true false
false
Ten feet directly behind the school bus is not considered a danger zone (page 68) true false
false
The Good Samaritan Law does not protect a person who provides care expecting payment, is negligent or was responsible for the accident (page 217) true false
false
The driver's attitude does not affect his or her driving ability and student behavior on the bus (page 108) true false
false
The individuals with disabilities education act (IDEA) state that students with disabilities may not ride a school bus (page 192) true false
false
The mechanical soundness of your bus is not vital to the safety of you, your students, and others on the road (page 27) true false
false
The stopping distance of a school bus is NOT influenced by capacity and current load weight of the vehicle (page 119) true false
false
This course teaches me everything I need to know about installing of a child safety seat (page 204) true false
false
When approaching an intersection you do not need to watch for a pedestrian or give them the right-of-way (page 126) true false
false
You should continue to drive your bus even if there is an unusual engine noise (page 56) true false
false
National Statistics show that most deaths occur when the student is (page 67) a) riding on the bus b) sitting in the classroom c) getting off the bus or walking from the bus stop d) none of the above
getting off the bus or walking from the bus stop
Which of the following is not a general procedure to follow for evacuating a school bus (page 180) a) have the student gather all personal belongings b) determine the safest exits c) notify the dispatch office d) secure the bus
have the student gather all personal belongings
What does the I-P-D-E formula stand for (page 116) a) isolate, protect, defend, explain b) identify, predict, decide, execute c) increase speed, pass vehicle , decrease speed, enter you lane d) identify, pick up, deliver, and exit
identify, predict, decide, execute
In some bad weather conditions, such as rain or ice, total stopping distance will (page 124) a) increase dramatically b) not change at all c) decrease d) none of the above
increase dramatically
If you can't get your mirrors adjusted properly (page 32) a) drive the bus anyway b) ask for a different bus c) tell your supervisor right away d) ask the students to help you see
tell your supervisor right away
Which one is not an element to sexual harassment (page 99) a) the behavior is acceptable b) the behavior is unwanted or unwelcome c) the behavior is sexual or related to the gender of the victim
the behavior is acceptable
A diesel engine can be idled during the post-trip inspection (page 38) true false
true
Alcohol use is the leading cause of traffic fatalities (page 163) true false
true
Always apply the parking brake to hold the bus stationary when unattended (page 39) true false
true
Each driver should have a written plan for the emergency evacuation of preschool age children and other students with special needs (page 206) true false
true
If the bus has a rooftop-strobe lamp, you can use it under inclement weather circumstances (page 30) true false
true
In Texas, it is against the law to stand or walk around in the bus while it is moving (page 92) true false
true
It is illegal to operate a commercial motor vehicle (including a school bus) while having an alcohol concentration of 0.04 or greater in your system (page 114) true false
true
Performing a safe stop is one of the most demanding challenges a school bus driver faces every day (page 70) true false
true
Reducing your stress level will help you keep a positive attitude (page 105) true false
true
School bus drivers shall always wear a seat belt properly according to the manufacturer's instructions (page 31) true false
true
The unit used to measure the amount of alcohol in the bloodstream is the blood alcohol concentration (page 167) true false
true
Three major blood-borne infections are HBV, HCV, and HIV (page 214) true false
true
Trains often appear to be moving more slowly than they are (page 155) true false
true
You can always use your senses to identify potential problems with the bus (page 55) true false
true
You can report suspected abuse, neglect, or criminal treatment of a child to any local or state law enforcement agency (page 101) true false
true
To warm up the engine of a diesel bus (page 37) a) start the engine b) engage the parking brake c) turn the ignition switch to the on position prior to cranking the engine d) none of the above
turn the ignition switch to the on position prior to cranking the engine
One way to inhibit the spread of disease is to (page 216) a) rinse with warm water b) use physical , chemical , or mechanical controls to clean area c) not touch the person you are caring for d) none of the above
use physical , chemical , or mechanical controls to clean area
On a diesel bus equipped with a glow plug indicator light, you should (page 38) a) wait for the glow plug to go out before cranking the engine b) start the engine immediately c) ignore the glow plug d) none of the above
wait for the glow plug to go out before cranking the engine
Which of these is not the responsibility of the driver while loading and unloading (pages 84 & 85) a) safety procedures b) waiting for the bus c) know your students d) passenger education
waiting for the bus
Railroad crossing where you are not required to stop will always be marked with one of two signs (page 156) a) "Closed" or "Out of Service" b) "No Stopping or "Detour" c) "exempt" or "Out of service" d) none of the above
"exempt" or "Out of service"
How long does it take a loaded train of 150 freight cars going 50 mph to stop (page 155) a) 500 feet b) 1.5 miles c) less than a mile d) 50 feet
1.5 miles
Texas law prohibits a person to operate as a school bus driver for a ___ with a conviction for driving while intoxicated (DWI) (page 164) a) 1 year term b) 30 day term c) 10 year term d) 5 year term
10 year term
A safe place for students to evacuate is at least ____ off the road, in the direction of oncoming traffic (page 181) a) 1 mile b) 100 feet c) 10 feet d) 20 feet
100 feet
When driving 30 mph in an urban setting, scan at least _____ seconds ahead (page 118) a) 20 seconds b) 2 seconds c) 12 seconds
12 seconds
When loading and unloading students who must cross the roadway, teach the students to follow the (page 81) a) 3 foot rule b) 7 foot rule c) 15 foot rule d) none of the above
15 foot rule
Low beam headlights provide light for about ___ (page 124) a) 100 feet b) 250 feet c) 350 feet d) 500 feet
250 feet
How many mirrors does a typical school bus have (page 31) a) 4 b) 7 c) 10 d) it depends on the model of the bus
7
On average, _____ school-age children are killed by school transportation vehicles (school buses and non-school bus vehicles used as school buses each year (page 66) a) 21 b) 7 c) 2 d) 10
7
Disqualification means that (page 18) a) you no longer want to drive a CMV b) A Legal entity has withdrawn the privilege to drive a CMV c) You misplaced your drivers license d) All of the above
A Legal entity has withdrawn the privilege to drive a CMV
Your role as a school bus driver is to (page 14) a) maintain and drive your vehicle in a safe manner b) Treat Students and other passengers in a courteous and competent manner c) maintain a good attitude and handle stress responsibly d) all of the above
All of the above
If you are disqualified or placed out of service for any reason, you do not have to notify your employer (page 23) True False
False
Reckless driving is not considered a serious traffic violation (page 18) True False
False
The school and its employees are allowed to release any information that would make a student's identity traceable (page 194) true false
False
To be hired as a school bus driver and begin to drive a school bus, you must be at least 16 years old (Page 19) True False
False
You should brush off an informal complaint about sexual harassment (page 100) true False
False
An IEP is (page 193) a) a law that states that all students with disabilities aged birth through 21 have a right to a free, appropriate public education b) a law that defines the term "disability " c) a written statement identifying the instructional programs and related services that are required to allow the student to receive an appropriate education d) none of the above
a written statement identifying the instructional programs and related services that are required to allow the student to receive an appropriate education
If a school bus driver is ineligible to drive a school bus due to 10 or more accumulated points on their record, when will the driver become eligible to drive again (page 21) a) as soon as school district officials agree to allow the driver to drive b) whenever the driver feels ready to drive c) after sufficient time has passed so that penalty points are no longer assessed for some violations or crashes d) none of the above
after sufficient time has passed so that penalty points are no longer assessed for some violations or crashes
A pre-trip inspection consists of (page 44) a) inside the bus b) under the hood c) walking inspection d) all of the above
all of the above
As you approach each bus stop, a driver must be on the lookout for (page 71) a) dogs b) strangers c) criminal activity d) all of the above
all of the above
At all school-related or school-sanctioned activities, on or off school property (page 23) a) the possession and use of alcoholic beverages are prohibited b) students are not allowed to possess tobacco products c) no one is allowed to use tobacco products d) all of the above
all of the above
Mandatory disqualification takes effect if, within the 10 year period preceding the date of the check of the person's driving record, if there is a conviction for the offenses (page 22) a) driving while intoxicated b) driving while intoxicated with child passenger c) intoxication assault or manslaughter d) all of the above
all of the above
What techniques will encourage others to approach their jobs positively (page 109) a) watch for stress symptoms in others b) extend a hand to new drivers c) be part of a team d) all of the above
all of the above
When you have determined an evacuation is necessary, which of the following procedures should be followed (page 180) a) retrieve emergency equipment b) evacuate the students from the bus c) secure the bus and notify dispatch d) all of the above
all of the above
Which of the following many be indications of gang involvement with students on your bus (page 102) a) gang clothes or color b) hand signals c) graffiti on personal items d) all of the above
all of the above
Who has the right of way at a railroad crossing (page 155) a) depends on who arrives first b) always the school bus c) always the train d) pedestrians
always the train
Safe steps to cross a railroad track are (page 158) a) approach and stop, look and listen, and cross carefully b) warning lights and train whistle c) watch gates and then cross d) look for warning devices
approach and stop, look and listen, and cross carefully
Primary assessment steps to take when facing a medical emergency include (page 219) a) assess the supplies on your bus b) assess the location, victim, and situation c) assess the quickest route to the hospital d) none of the above
assess the location, victim, and situation
How often does the driver license record of each school bus driver need to be evaluated using the penalty point system (page 21) a) at least every 3 years b) at least annually c) never d) none of the above
at least annually
In addition to going through a pre-trip and post-trip check, you can use the following senses to identify problems with the bus (page 55) a) smell and feel b) look & listen c) none of the above d) both a & b
both a & b
You can learn more about student management and the accommodations that might help by (page 195) a) talking to special education personnel , nurses, and occupational and physical therapists b) talking to IEP team members c) both a & b d) none of the above
both a & b
Which of the following are things that might contribute to your stress as a school bus driver? (page 106) a) traffic conditions b) what shirt to wear that day c) weather or road conditions d) both a and c
both a and c
When approaching a curve (page 134) a) stop before entering the curve b) disregard the signs as they may not apply to you c) look ahead for warning signs indicating a safe speed to negotiate the curve
look ahead for warning signs indicating a safe speed to negotiate the curve
When entering a freeway (page 130) a) accelerate quickly to get ahead of traffic b) merge smoothly into freeway traffic to prevent interrupting the flow of traffic c) stop and let traffic go by d) none of the above
merge smoothly into freeway traffic to prevent interrupting the flow of traffic
How close should the school bus be to a railroad track when stopping before crossing (page 155) a) far enough away to clear the track b) no closer than 15 feet and no farther than 50 feet c) between 10 and 20 feet d) no closer than 20 feet and no farther than 30 feet
no closer than 15 feet and no farther than 50 feet
Which of the following is not a step you should follow if you have been exposed to an infectious disease (page 215) a) comply with any additional district requirements b) contact a physician immediately and follow physician directions c) report the incident to your supervisor d) none of the above
none of the above
If you experience drowsiness during a trip (page 115) a) pullover and take a nap b) talk to someone on the phone c) open the bus window for fresh air d) none of the above
open the bus window for fresh air
The five step for giving a directive are (page 98) 1) state the directive politely 2) state the expectation 3) state the consequences 4) 5)
provide a choice break contact with student
If a bus driver honks the horn while a child is crossing , it means (page 72) a) have a good evening b) return to the side of the road you started from at once c) the child dropped something and should pick it up d) none of the above
return to the side of the road you started from at once
Which is not a tip for maintaining a good driver attitude (page 108) a) be patient b) take drugs to keep you awake c) learn to relax d) get a good night's sleep
take drugs to keep you awake
