CDL · School bus (CDL)
When students get off the bus at school, which of these is a correct safety step?
Correct answer: Instruct students to remain in their seats until you tell them to exit.
Answer options
- ALet students line up at the door before the bus comes to a stop
- BInstruct students to remain in their seats until you tell them to exit Correct
- CLeave the engine running so you can pull away right after they exit
Why
At the school unloading area, students should stay seated until the driver says it is time to get off, which keeps the exit orderly and lets the driver watch each one leave. The bus should be secured with the engine shut off, and no one should head for the door while it is still rolling.
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Topic: School bus (CDL) License: CDL
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