Ohio CDL Passenger flashcards
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- Standee line
- A floor marking that passengers who are standing may not cross. The area forward of it must stay clear so the driver's view and access to controls are not blocked.
- Passenger endorsement road test
- A skills test taken in a vehicle designed to carry 16 or more passengers, including the driver. It is required in addition to the knowledge test for the passenger endorsement.
- Four-second following rule
- Watch the vehicle ahead pass a fixed point, then count four seconds before your bus reaches it. This gap increases with speed, bad weather, and load weight.
- Bus stalled on tracks
- Get all passengers off the bus and move them at least 100 feet from the tracks, toward the approaching train, so they are seen by the engineer.
- Railroad crossing stop distance
- A passenger bus must stop 15 to 50 feet from the nearest rail, open the door if needed to hear and look, and never shift gears while crossing.
- Aisle trip hazards
- Baggage, loose mats, and carry-on items must be secured so they cannot slide into the aisle. Sliding objects cause falls during stops and turns.
- Smooth braking for passengers
- Brake early and lightly because passengers stand and walk in the aisle. Hard braking throws them forward and is a leading cause of onboard injury.
- Pre-trip inspection areas
- Six areas: engine compartment, cab and controls, lights and reflectors, walk-around, brake check, and passenger compartment. Each must be checked before the trip begins.
- Air brake check
- Test the service brake, parking brake, low air pressure warning, and emergency spring brake pop-out. A bus that fails these checks must be placed out of service.
- Emergency exit inspection
- Exits must open freely from inside, be unobstructed by seats or luggage, and sound a buzzer or show a warning light when opened. Test them during the pre-trip.
- Door operation check
- Open and close the door from the driver's control and test the emergency release. The door must close fully and seal before the bus moves.
- Mirror adjustment
- Set mirrors before moving so you can see the rear tires, the side of the bus, and the blind spot beside the door. Do not adjust them while driving.
- Safety defect out of service
- Any defect that affects safe operation, such as a bad brake or a jammed exit, requires the bus to be out of service until repaired and documented on the report.
- Fire extinguisher check
- Verify the gauge shows a full charge, the pin is in place, and the extinguisher is mounted and within reach. Note the inspection date during the pre-trip.
- Parking brake at stops
- Set the parking brake and place the transmission in neutral or park before opening the door to load or unload, so the bus cannot roll while passengers move.
- Passenger count
- Count passengers as they board and as they exit. The counts must match before the bus moves again, so no one is left behind or unaccounted for.
- Door closed before moving
- Never move the bus until every passenger is seated or behind the standee line and the door is fully closed. This prevents falls and injuries at the stop.
- Unloading safety zone
- Tell passengers to move at least 10 feet from the side of the bus and stay in the driver's view after exiting. Watch the mirror until they are clear.
- Loading at night
- Use interior lights so passengers can see the steps and aisle while boarding and exiting in low light. Keep the door area lit until the door is closed.
- Emergency door use
- Passengers board and exit through the service door only. The emergency door is used only in an emergency, and the driver must verify it is closed before moving.
- Drawbridge stop distance
- Stop at least 50 feet from the draw span unless a signal or attendant directs otherwise. Do not proceed until the span is fully closed and the signal allows it.
- Bridge clearance check
- Check the posted clearance before crossing a bridge or overpass. Buses are taller than many drivers expect, especially with roof hatches open.
- Backing a bus
- Back only when necessary and no safer option exists. Use a spotter when available, and stop immediately if you lose sight of the spotter.
- Space cushion
- Keep at least one car length of space ahead for each 10 mph of speed, and more in rain, snow, or darkness, so you can stop smoothly without injuring passengers.
- Wide right turns
- Turn wide enough that the rear wheels clear the curb. Watch the rear in the mirrors and swing into the proper lane before completing the turn.
- Interior lights at night
- Dim interior lights while driving so glare on the windshield does not impair night vision. Brighten them only when passengers are boarding or exiting.
- Horn use
- Use the horn sparingly and only when needed. Loud or unnecessary horn use startles passengers and nearby traffic and can cause a collision.
- Post-trip walk-through
- Walk the bus after the trip to check for sleeping or left-behind passengers, lost items, damage, and hazards in the aisle. Do this before leaving the vehicle.
- Post-trip inspection report
- Record any defect on the written report and report it to the carrier before the vehicle is dispatched again. Safety defects keep the bus out of service.
- Incident reporting
- Report any passenger injury, collision, or property damage to the carrier as soon as possible after the trip, along with the details and names involved.
- Securing the bus
- Close and secure windows, doors, and roof hatches, set the parking brake, and shut down the engine before leaving the bus at the end of the trip.
- Emergency equipment check
- After the trip, check the fire extinguisher, first aid kit, and emergency exits, and note anything that was used, opened, or damaged during the trip.