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Question 1Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

Before driving a passenger bus, a driver should perform a pre-trip inspection that includes checking the tires. Which condition requires the bus to be placed out of service before it carries passengers?

  1. A tire showing even wear across the tread face
  2. A tire inflated to the pressure listed on the door placard
  3. A tire with a visible bulge or separation in the sidewall Correct answer.
  4. A tire with a tread depth at the legal minimum on the drive axle

Explanation

A bulge or separation in a tire sidewall indicates internal structural damage and the tire can fail suddenly at highway speed, so the vehicle must not be dispatched until it is replaced. Tread depth at the legal minimum and even wear are acceptable conditions, and inflation to the placard value is the correct setting.

Question 2Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

During a pre-trip inspection of a passenger bus, how should the driver check the slack adjusters with the air brakes released?

  1. Pull each slack adjuster by hand with the brakes released and confirm the travel is within limits Correct answer.
  2. Tap each adjuster with a wrench and listen for a solid sound
  3. Spray the adjusters with lubricant and confirm they move freely
  4. Have an assistant hold the brake pedal down while the driver watches the pushrod travel

Explanation

After securing the bus with wheel chocks and releasing the brakes, the driver pulls each slack adjuster by hand and checks pushrod movement against the applicable free-play limit. This released-brake check differs from an applied-brake stroke measurement, which uses brake pressure and its own limits.

Question 3Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

A bus driver is preparing to move a vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission. Which practice best protects the transmission during the first few minutes of operation?

  1. Select drive, release the parking brake, and accelerate gently while the fluid circulates Correct answer.
  2. Shift into drive and accelerate firmly to warm the fluid quickly
  3. Let the engine idle in neutral until the coolant reaches operating temperature
  4. Hold the brake and rev the engine in gear to build pressure

Explanation

An automatic transmission should be engaged and then allowed to move the bus gently so the fluid pump can circulate oil and build pressure before load is applied. Hard acceleration when cold or revving in gear stresses the clutches before lubrication is established.

Question 4Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

When driving a manual-transmission bus on a steep downgrade, which technique best controls speed?

  1. Select a lower gear before the descent and use engine braking with intermittent brake application Correct answer.
  2. Shift to neutral and use the service brakes to hold a steady speed
  3. Shift to the highest gear and let the bus coast at the speed limit
  4. Ride the service brakes lightly all the way down the grade

Explanation

Selecting a lower gear before the grade lets engine compression hold the bus back, and the service brakes are used in short applications to trim speed. Coasting in neutral or riding the brakes builds heat that can cause fade or complete brake loss on a long descent.

Question 5Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

A passenger bus with air brakes has been sitting overnight. What should the driver observe when the engine is started and the compressor begins to build pressure?

  1. The safety valve should release air continuously until the system is full
  2. The pressure gauge should climb to the governor cut-out within a few seconds
  3. The low-pressure warning buzzer and light should come on and then go off once pressure reaches the operating range Correct answer.
  4. The warning light should stay on until the bus reaches highway speed

Explanation

On a cold start, the low-air warning should activate while pressure is below the safe operating range and then shut off once the compressor builds pressure into that range. A warning that fails to come on, or that stays on after pressure builds, indicates a defect that must be corrected before driving.

Question 6Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

During an inspection of a bus, the driver finds the parking brake will not hold the vehicle on a slight grade. What is the correct action?

  1. Tag the bus out of service until the brake is repaired Correct answer.
  2. Use wheel chocks instead of the parking brake
  3. Set the brake harder and continue the route
  4. Drive the bus but avoid parking on grades

Explanation

A parking brake that cannot hold the bus on a grade is a safety defect that makes the vehicle unserviceable, so it must be tagged and removed from service until repaired. Relying on chocks or avoiding grades does not correct a brake defect that could cause the bus to roll away.

Question 7Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

When turning a passenger bus, why should the driver use the pivot point of the rear wheels rather than the front bumper to judge the turn?

  1. The rear axle steers in the opposite direction of the front axle
  2. The front wheels swing wider than the rear wheels during a turn
  3. The rear wheels track inside the path of the front wheels, so the bus cuts the corner Correct answer.
  4. The bus has a shorter turning radius than a passenger car

Explanation

Because the rear wheels follow a shorter arc than the front wheels, the rear of the bus cuts inside the path of the front and can strike a curb or object on the inside of the turn. Watching the rear wheels and allowing extra room prevents this off-tracking.

Question 8Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

A driver is backing a bus in a terminal lot where pedestrians may be present. Which procedure is required?

  1. Use a spotter and stop if the spotter is lost from view Correct answer.
  2. Rely on the rearview mirrors alone
  3. Sound the horn once and back without assistance
  4. Back quickly to minimize time in the blind area

Explanation

Backing a large bus creates a large blind area, so a spotter should guide the maneuver and the driver must stop immediately if the spotter cannot be seen. Mirrors alone leave blind zones that can hide a pedestrian or object directly behind the bus.

Question 9Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

What is the purpose of the retarder on a passenger bus?

  1. To slow the bus on grades without continuous use of the service brakes Correct answer.
  2. To lock the rear wheels during an emergency stop
  3. To increase engine power on upgrades
  4. To maintain a steady idle speed

Explanation

A retarder uses engine or transmission resistance to slow the bus, which reduces reliance on the service brakes and helps prevent overheating and fade on long descents. It supplements, but does not replace, the service brakes for stopping.

Question 10Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

While driving a bus with air brakes, the driver notices the air pressure gauge dropping steadily and the low-pressure warning activating. What should the driver do first?

  1. Pump the brake pedal rapidly to restore pressure
  2. Shift to a lower gear and accelerate to build pressure
  3. Move the bus safely off the roadway and stop Correct answer.
  4. Continue to the next scheduled stop and report the problem there

Explanation

A steady loss of air pressure can lead to loss of braking, so the driver should move off the roadway and stop while control remains. Continuing to drive or pumping the pedal will not restore a leaking system and risks a runaway or brake failure.

Question 11Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

Before descending a long mountain grade with a loaded bus, what should the driver do?

  1. Shift to neutral to save fuel
  2. Test the brakes, select a safe lower gear, and check that the retarder is working Correct answer.
  3. Increase speed to carry momentum up the next rise
  4. Wait until the brakes feel hot before slowing down

Explanation

Before a long descent the driver should check brake response, choose a gear low enough to hold a safe speed, and confirm the retarder works. This preparation lets engine braking and the retarder control speed before the service brakes overheat.

Question 12Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

A bus driver must make a tight right turn at a city intersection. Which action helps prevent the rear wheels from striking the curb?

  1. Keep the steering straight until the rear axle reaches the corner
  2. Turn the wheel sharply as soon as the front bumper passes the corner
  3. Begin the turn close to the curb and accelerate through it
  4. Swing wide to the left before turning and watch the rear wheels in the right mirror Correct answer.

Explanation

Swinging wide before the turn and watching the right mirror lets the driver see the rear wheels and keep them clear of the curb as the bus cuts the corner. Turning too early or hugging the curb causes the rear wheels to track over the curb.

Question 13Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

When a bus driver shifts a manual transmission, why is it important to match engine speed to the gear selected?

  1. To reduce wear on the clutch and drivetrain and avoid a rough shift Correct answer.
  2. To prevent the air compressor from cycling
  3. To keep the retarder engaged
  4. To increase fuel pressure in the injection system

Explanation

Matching engine speed to the selected gear lets the gears mesh smoothly and reduces slipping and shock loads on the clutch and drivetrain. A mismatched shift causes jerking, extra clutch wear, and can disturb passengers.

Question 14Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

What is the correct way to use the engine brake on a bus equipped with one?

  1. Use it instead of the service brakes for all stops
  2. Engage it only when the bus is fully stopped
  3. Turn it on for normal city driving to save fuel
  4. Select a gear that keeps engine rpm in the effective range and use the engine brake on descents Correct answer.

Explanation

An engine brake produces retarding force only when engine rpm is high enough, so the driver selects a gear that keeps rpm in the effective range on a descent. It supplements the service brakes and should not be used as the only means of stopping.

Question 15Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

During the pre-trip inspection, the driver checks the bus's brake lights and turn signals. Why is this check important for passenger safety?

  1. Turn signals are required only when passengers are boarding
  2. Signal lights charge the battery while the bus is running
  3. Signals warn other drivers of the bus's intentions and brake lights prevent rear-end collisions Correct answer.
  4. Brake lights help the driver see behind the bus at night

Explanation

Turn signals and brake lights communicate the bus's intentions and stopping to surrounding traffic, and a failure can cause a rear-end or side collision. The pre-trip inspection confirms all lamps work before passengers are carried.

Question 16Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

A driver is inspecting the steering system of a bus before a trip. Which finding indicates the bus should be removed from service?

  1. Power steering that assists easily at low speed
  2. Excessive free play or a loose steering component Correct answer.
  3. Slight free play within the manufacturer's limit
  4. A steering wheel that turns smoothly with no binding

Explanation

Excessive steering free play or any loose, worn steering component means the driver may not be able to control the bus precisely, so the vehicle must be repaired before dispatch. Free play within the manufacturer's limit and smooth, assisted steering are normal.

Question 17Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

When stopping a bus at a passenger stop on a level street, which sequence is correct?

  1. Stop, apply the parking brake, place the transmission in neutral or park, then open the door Correct answer.
  2. Stop, open the door, and keep a foot on the brake only
  3. Stop, leave the transmission in drive, and open the door
  4. Open the door, then apply the parking brake

Explanation

The bus should be fully stopped and secured with the parking brake and the transmission in neutral or park before the door is opened. Securing the bus first prevents it from creeping while passengers board or exit.

Question 18Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

A bus is equipped with an air dryer in the brake system. What is the driver's role regarding this component during inspection?

  1. Disable the dryer in cold weather to prevent freezing
  2. Adjust the dryer regulator to increase system pressure
  3. Remove and clean the dryer cartridge before each trip
  4. Drain the air tanks to check for excessive moisture and confirm the compressor builds pressure normally Correct answer.

Explanation

The driver drains the air tanks during inspection to check for excessive moisture and confirms the compressor builds and holds pressure normally, which indicates the dryer is doing its job. Servicing the dryer cartridge is maintenance work, not a pre-trip task for the driver.

Question 19Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

A driver must reverse a bus into a loading bay with limited clearance on both sides. Which combination of practices is safest?

  1. Back at an angle to shorten the distance traveled
  2. Use both mirrors, a spotter, and get out to check clearance before backing Correct answer.
  3. Honk continuously and back without a spotter
  4. Rely on the backup camera alone and back slowly

Explanation

In a tight space the driver should use the mirrors, a spotter, and a direct look at the clearance before starting to back. Combining these checks covers the blind areas that any single aid leaves uncovered.

Question 20Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

A driver notices that the bus pulls to one side when the brakes are applied firmly. What is the most likely cause and the correct response?

  1. A misaligned steering wheel; adjust the tilt column
  2. Normal brake behavior; continue the trip
  3. Low tire pressure on the front axle; inflate and continue
  4. A brake defect such as a seized caliper or contaminated lining; remove the bus from service Correct answer.

Explanation

Pulling to one side under braking usually means one brake is applying harder or not at all, often from a seized caliper, a collapsed hose, or contaminated lining. This is a safety defect, so the bus must be taken out of service until the brake system is repaired.

Question 21Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

What does the governor do in a bus air brake system?

  1. It controls the speed of the engine during idling
  2. It adjusts the slack adjusters automatically
  3. It releases air from the safety valve
  4. It regulates the compressor so it cuts out at maximum pressure and cuts in at minimum pressure Correct answer.

Explanation

The governor senses system pressure and controls the compressor, unloading it at the cut-out pressure and loading it again at the cut-in pressure. This keeps air pressure within the operating range without the driver managing the compressor.

Question 22Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

A driver is about to drive a bus that has been parked outside in freezing weather. What should be checked regarding the air system before departure?

  1. That the air tanks have been drained of moisture and the system builds pressure normally Correct answer.
  2. That the compressor is disconnected
  3. That the safety valve is wired open
  4. That the air dryer has been removed

Explanation

Moisture in the air tanks can freeze and block valves or lines in cold weather, so the tanks should be drained and the system confirmed to build pressure normally. A functioning air dryer and clean tanks reduce the risk of ice forming in the brake system.

Question 23Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

When a driver uses the brakes to stop a bus from highway speed, what practice helps prevent brake fade?

  1. Pumping the pedal rapidly the entire stop
  2. Applying steady light pressure for a long distance
  3. Riding the brakes while downshifting
  4. Using firm, short applications and letting the brakes cool between them Correct answer.

Explanation

Firm, short brake applications slow the bus and then allow the drums to cool, which reduces heat buildup and fade. Light continuous pressure or riding the brakes keeps heat in the system and can reduce stopping power.

Question 24Vehicle inspection, vehicle control, and shifting

During a pre-trip inspection, a driver finds the bus's emergency exit door will not open from the inside. What is the correct action?

  1. Remove the bus from service until the exit operates properly Correct answer.
  2. Continue the trip and report it at the end of the day
  3. Lock the exit and use another door for passengers
  4. Place a sign on the door telling passengers not to use it

Explanation

An emergency exit that will not open from the inside can trap passengers in a crash or fire, so the bus must be removed from service until the exit works. Locking or labeling the door does not restore a required means of escape.

Question 25Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

Before a passenger with a disability boards your bus, what must you confirm about the lift or ramp?

  1. That it is stowed and the door is fully closed
  2. That another driver has tested it within the last month
  3. That the passenger has signed a waiver accepting the risk
  4. That it is fully deployed, latched, and the safety interlock allows operation Correct answer.

Explanation

The lift or ramp must be fully deployed and secured in the boarding position, and the interlock must permit operation, before anyone steps on it. Loading on a partially deployed or unlatched device risks a fall.

Question 26Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

A passenger using a mobility device is positioned on the lift platform. What is the correct next step?

  1. Ask the passenger to stand and walk onto the bus
  2. Raise the lift immediately while the passenger is still rolling forward
  3. Set the wheelchair brakes and ensure the safety belt or strap is secured Correct answer.
  4. Lower the lift to ground level and wait for a second passenger

Explanation

The mobility device's brakes must be set and the safety restraint secured before the platform moves. This keeps the device from rolling during the lift cycle.

Question 27Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

Where should you stop the bus to pick up passengers at a marked stop along a busy road?

  1. In a bicycle lane so the door aligns with the sidewalk
  2. Several car lengths past the stop sign to save time
  3. As close to the curb or stop line as practical, clear of traffic lanes Correct answer.
  4. In the travel lane with hazard lights on

Explanation

Stopping close to the curb keeps boarding passengers out of moving traffic and shortens their walk. Blocking a travel or bicycle lane forces riders to enter traffic.

Question 28Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

A passenger is exiting and steps down into a puddle at the curb. What should you have done before opening the door?

  1. Checked the boarding area for hazards and positioned the bus to avoid them Correct answer.
  2. Turned off the interior lights
  3. Honked to warn nearby traffic
  4. Opened the door only halfway to limit access

Explanation

Drivers should scan the alighting area for puddles, ice, debris, or drop-offs and adjust the stop position or warn passengers. Proactive hazard checks prevent slips at the door.

Question 29Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

When may a driver allow a passenger to stand forward of the standee line while the bus is moving?

  1. Never, because passengers must remain behind the line while the bus is in motion Correct answer.
  2. During highway travel only
  3. Whenever the trip is shorter than ten minutes
  4. When the aisle is clear and the driver announces it

Explanation

Passengers must stay behind the standee line whenever the bus is moving. Standing ahead of it puts riders in the driver's view and near the windshield in a collision.

Question 30Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

What should you do if a passenger tries to board while carrying an open container of alcohol?

  1. Confiscate the container and allow boarding
  2. Refuse boarding and explain the carrier's policy Correct answer.
  3. Let them board if they sit in the rear
  4. Charge an extra fare for the container

Explanation

Carriers commonly prohibit open alcohol containers on board, and the driver enforces that rule by refusing boarding and explaining the policy calmly. Confiscating property or charging a fee is not the driver's role.

Question 31Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

How should you assist a passenger who uses a walker to board a bus with steps?

  1. Rush the passenger so the schedule is kept
  2. Require the passenger to fold the walker before approaching the door
  3. Offer assistance, allow the passenger to set the pace, and use the lift or ramp if available Correct answer.
  4. Carry the walker aboard and let the passenger climb alone

Explanation

Offer help, let the passenger control the pace, and use the lift or ramp when the bus has one. Rushing or separating a rider from a mobility aid increases fall risk.

Question 32Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

You are picking up a passenger who uses a wheelchair at a stop with no curb cut. What is the best approach?

  1. Deploy the lift in the traffic lane and board from there
  2. Cancel the stop and continue the route
  3. Position the bus so the lift lands on a level, firm surface and assist the passenger over the obstacle Correct answer.
  4. Ask the passenger to meet the bus at the next stop

Explanation

Choose a position where the lift or ramp lands on firm, level ground, then help the passenger negotiate any obstacle. Boarding from a traffic lane or skipping the stop are unsafe or discriminatory.

Question 33Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

A passenger with a service animal approaches your bus. What is the correct action?

  1. Allow the service animal to board and seat the passenger appropriately Correct answer.
  2. Charge a pet fee before allowing boarding
  3. Require the animal to ride in the luggage compartment
  4. Deny boarding unless the animal is in a carrier

Explanation

Service animals accompanying a passenger with a disability must be permitted to board and ride with the handler. They are not pets, so pet fees, carriers, and cargo-area rules do not apply.

Question 34Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

During a trip, a rider becomes disruptive and other passengers feel unsafe. What is the appropriate sequence?

  1. Brake hard to startle the rider into compliance
  2. Ask another passenger to physically restrain the rider
  3. Stop safely, address the rider calmly, and remove them if the behavior continues Correct answer.
  4. Continue to the destination and ignore the behavior

Explanation

The driver should stop in a safe place, speak calmly, and if the disruption persists, require the rider to leave. Ignoring threats or using sudden braking endangers everyone aboard.

Question 35Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

What is the purpose of the standee line painted on the floor near the driver?

  1. It marks the reserved seating for seniors
  2. It marks where luggage may be stacked
  3. It shows the limit forward of which standing passengers may not ride while the bus moves Correct answer.
  4. It indicates the location of the fire extinguisher

Explanation

The standee line defines the forward limit for standing passengers while the bus is in motion. Keeping riders behind it preserves the driver's workspace and sight lines.

Question 36Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

Before pulling away from a stop where passengers have just boarded, what must you verify?

  1. That the farebox total matches the trip sheet
  2. That all boarding passengers are seated or behind the standee line and the door is closed Correct answer.
  3. That the interior lights are dimmed
  4. That the next stop is clear of other buses

Explanation

The bus should not move until boarding is complete, riders are seated or behind the standee line, and the door is closed. Moving with the door open or riders still in the aisle risks falls.

Question 37Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

A passenger asks to be dropped off between stops on a dark road with no shoulder. What should you do?

  1. Stop on the shoulder even though it is narrow
  2. Stop in the travel lane and open the door
  3. Slow to a crawl and let the passenger jump out
  4. Decline and drop the passenger at the nearest safe, designated location Correct answer.

Explanation

Passengers should be discharged only at safe locations where they can exit away from traffic. A dark road with no shoulder is unsafe, so the driver uses the nearest designated stop.

Question 38Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

How should a wheelchair securement system be applied inside the bus?

  1. Secure the wheelchair with tiedowns and use a separate lap and shoulder belt for the occupant Correct answer.
  2. Only the wheelchair brakes need to be set
  3. Rely on the passenger to hold the wheelchair in place
  4. Belt the occupant with the wheelchair's own lap belt only

Explanation

Best practice is to secure the wheelchair to the floor with a four-point tiedown and restrain the occupant with a separate lap and shoulder belt anchored to the vehicle. The wheelchair's own belt alone does not protect the occupant in a crash.

Question 39Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

What is the correct way to handle a passenger's oxygen cylinder during boarding?

  1. Place it in the aisle unsecured
  2. Allow it aboard and stow it so it is secured and upright Correct answer.
  3. Require the passenger to leave it at the stop
  4. Store it in the luggage compartment without the passenger's knowledge

Explanation

Passengers may bring oxygen aboard; the cylinder should be secured and kept upright so it cannot roll or be struck. Separating a passenger from a needed medical supply is inappropriate.

Question 40Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

A passenger is boarding slowly with a cane while traffic is queued behind the bus. What is the safest response?

  1. Allow the passenger to board at their own pace and wait until they are secure Correct answer.
  2. Honk to hurry the passenger along
  3. Close the door and pull away to clear traffic
  4. Ask the passenger to board at the next stop

Explanation

The driver waits until the passenger is fully aboard and secure, regardless of traffic pressure. Rushing a rider with a mobility aid increases the chance of a fall at the door.

Question 41Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

What should you do before allowing a passenger to exit onto a busy street?

  1. Sound the horn continuously as the door opens
  2. Check mirrors and the roadway, then advise the passenger when it is clear Correct answer.
  3. Open the door and let the passenger judge the traffic
  4. Exit first and wave the passenger across

Explanation

The driver checks mirrors and traffic and tells the passenger when it is safe to step out. Letting a rider judge fast-moving traffic alone risks a collision.

Question 42Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

A rider boards with a stroller holding an infant. What is the safest handling?

  1. Place the stroller in the wheelchair securement area and leave it unsecured
  2. Allow the stroller to block the rear exit
  3. Require the stroller to be folded and the infant held or placed in a seat Correct answer.
  4. Leave the stroller open in the aisle

Explanation

Strollers should be folded and the infant held or secured in a seat so the aisle and exits stay clear. An open stroller can roll or block evacuation in an emergency.

Question 43Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

What is the driver's responsibility regarding passengers who appear intoxicated before boarding?

  1. Allow boarding because fare has been paid
  2. Allow boarding only if the passenger stands at the rear
  3. Refuse boarding if the passenger is likely to endanger others, and explain calmly Correct answer.
  4. Ask other passengers to vote on whether to admit the rider

Explanation

Drivers may refuse boarding to someone whose condition is likely to endanger themselves or others, and should explain the decision calmly. Delegating the decision to passengers is not appropriate.

Question 44Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

How should a driver verify that a rear-door alighting passenger has cleared the bus before moving?

  1. Assume the passenger has stepped away once the door closes
  2. Use the mirrors and, where equipped, the interior camera to confirm the area is clear Correct answer.
  3. Wait a fixed ten seconds regardless of conditions
  4. Rely on the sound of footsteps

Explanation

The driver uses mirrors and any available camera to confirm the doorway and the area beside the bus are clear before moving. A fixed delay or assumption can leave a passenger in the danger zone.

Question 45Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

A passenger using a wheelchair is traveling in a bus that lacks a wheelchair securement area. What is the correct approach?

  1. Refuse boarding without explanation
  2. Board the passenger only if the wheelchair brakes are set and no other option exists, following carrier policy Correct answer.
  3. Board the passenger and let them hold the handrail
  4. Ask the passenger to transfer to a regular seat and leave the wheelchair at the stop

Explanation

When a bus lacks securement, carrier policy governs whether the passenger may ride with brakes set and the aisle clear, and the driver explains the situation. Leaving a passenger's wheelchair behind is never acceptable.

Question 46Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

During an evacuation, a passenger who uses a wheelchair is aboard. What should the driver do first?

  1. Evacuate ambulatory passengers and leave the wheelchair user until help arrives
  2. Carry the passenger without securing the wheelchair
  3. Follow the carrier's emergency plan, which typically directs assisting the wheelchair user to a safe exit or area of refuge Correct answer.
  4. Instruct the passenger to use the stairs independently

Explanation

Emergency plans generally require the driver to assist passengers with disabilities, including moving a wheelchair user to a safe exit or area of refuge while others evacuate. Abandoning the passenger or improvising an unsafe carry is not acceptable.

Question 47Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

A passenger's mobility device exceeds the bus's lift rated capacity. What is the appropriate action?

  1. Attempt the lift anyway because the passenger has a right to ride
  2. Do not use the lift beyond its rating; explain the limit and arrange an alternative per carrier policy Correct answer.
  3. Ask the passenger to lighten the device by removing parts
  4. Raise the lift slowly to reduce the load

Explanation

Operating a lift beyond its rated capacity risks catastrophic failure. The driver should explain the limit and follow carrier policy to arrange an accessible alternative.

Question 48Loading and unloading passengers, and safe boarding/alighting

You observe a passenger standing in the stairwell of a moving bus. What is the correct response?

  1. Continue and address it at the next terminal
  2. Ask another passenger to pull the rider down
  3. Increase speed to shorten the exposure
  4. Announce that riders must be seated or behind the standee line and, if needed, stop to restore order Correct answer.

Explanation

The driver should announce the rule and, if the rider does not comply, stop safely to restore order. A stairwell is especially hazardous because a fall there can be severe.

Question 49Railroad-highway grade crossings and emergency procedures

When a passenger-carrying CMV is required to stop at a railroad-highway grade crossing, where must the stop be made?

  1. Within 100 feet but not less than 50 feet from the nearest rail
  2. Within 50 feet but not less than 15 feet from the nearest rail Correct answer.
  3. Directly on the nearest rail so the driver can feel the crossing
  4. At the stop line painted on the far side of the crossing

Explanation

Oklahoma and federal rules require the stop to be made within 50 feet of the nearest rail but not closer than 15 feet. Stopping in that window keeps the vehicle clear of the rail while giving the driver a view down the track. Stopping on the rail or too far back defeats the purpose of the required stop.

Question 50Railroad-highway grade crossings and emergency procedures

A school bus and a passenger bus are both approaching a railroad crossing on the same road. Which statement correctly describes their stopping obligation?

  1. Both must stop unless the crossing is controlled by an active signal or gate
  2. Only the school bus must stop, because passenger buses are exempt
  3. Neither must stop if the roadway has a paved surface and posted speed limit
  4. Both must stop at every crossing regardless of warning devices Correct answer.

Explanation

Vehicles carrying passengers, including school buses and passenger buses, must stop at railroad-highway grade crossings before crossing the tracks. The stop is required every time the vehicle approaches such a crossing, even when the driver believes the track is clear. Exemptions exist only in narrow statutory situations, not for ordinary passenger service.