CDL · School bus (CDL)
All the students have stepped off at school and walked clear of the unloading zone. What is your next task?
Correct answer: Walk the aisle to check for any student asleep or hiding.
Answer options
- ADrive off right away, since the students are clear of the bus
- BCheck the outside of the bus for vandalism, then leave
- CWalk the aisle to check for any student asleep or hiding Correct
Why
Even with the unloading area clear, a child may still be on board, asleep or hiding behind a seat. Walking the length of the bus to look for students and for anything left behind makes sure no one is left alone on a parked bus.
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Topic: School bus (CDL) License: CDL
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