CDL · School bus (CDL)
What is one important thing to look for when you do a post-trip inspection of a school bus?
Correct answer: Mechanical or operating defects.
Answer options
- ALitter left lying on the floor
- BMechanical or operating defects Correct
- CSeats that need to be wiped clean
Why
After making sure no students are left aboard, use the post-trip inspection to find mechanical and operating problems, paying special attention to school bus equipment such as the mirrors, flashing warning lamps, and stop arms. How clean the seats or floor look is not what this inspection is for.
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Topic: School bus (CDL) License: CDL
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