New York CDL: School Bus Practice Test

Not quite. The answer is All of the above

There are many warning signs of bullying occurring at school or on the school bus. Bullying occurs frequently on school buses because the bully knows that his or her victim can't flee. Here are some signs that you, the school bus driver, may be able to notice: (1) a child who is being bullied on the school bus, in full view of you; (2) a child who leaves school or exits your bus with visible signs of physical injury; (3) a child who leaves school or exits your bus with damaged clothing or damaged or lost possessions; or (4) a child who has recently become afraid to board the school bus.

Source: "10 Warning Signs of Bullying That Parents Often Miss," Learning Liftoff, October 14, 2021

Not quite. The answer is at least 15 feet away from the side of the bus.

Instruct students who are exiting the bus at their stop to walk away from the side of the bus so you can see them and account for all of them before you drive on. According to the New York State Commercial Driver's Manual, you must instruct students to walk at least 15 feet from the side of the bus.

Not quite. The answer is Drive normally, but get the system serviced as soon as possible.

Losing the ABS function does not change the rest of your bus's braking system, so you will still have the same brakes that you have always had. Simply use them and get the ABS repaired as soon as possible. There is no need to panic unless your system shows other and more serious warnings.

Not quite. The answer is 15 feet

A school bus's left and right danger zones extend up to 15 feet from the sides of the bus.

Not quite. The answer is do both of the above.

In case of emergency, use your CB radio to contact the dispatch office of your location, conditions and type of assistance needed. Dangle the radio microphone or telephone out of the driver’s window for later use, if operable.

Not quite. The answer is a railroad crossing that has a traffic control device.

Unlike a passive railroad crossing, an active railroad crossing is controlled by a traffic control device such as some combination of bells, gates, or flashing red lights.

Not quite. The answer is document and report all incidents and allegations.

The following strategies can help combat bullying and harassment: seat who are susceptible to bullying or being victimized children close to the driver; separate children who are fighting or having difficulty and assign seats; be “aware of everything” and watch for the moods and signs of troubled kids; talk with bullies about being respectful on the bus; intervene before anything happens and discuss with students; maintain a good relationship with each child; try to engage potential bullies in positive conversations; and above all, talk to students with respect. In cases of bullying or harassment, you as the school bus operator must document and report all incidents and allegations. Take all your concerns to your supervisor, principal or other designated school personnel.

Not quite. The answer is exempts first-aiders from civil liability.

Anyone who gives first aid should be concerned about their liability when emergency care is necessary. The legal principle that most directly applies to you as a bus driver is the Good Samaritan concept. In Pennsylvania and many other states, so-called Good Samaritan laws have been passed to provide first-aiders with an exclusion from civil liability, except in cases of gross negligence or willful intent to harm the recipient of the aid.

Not quite. The answer is dangerous and strongly discouraged.

Backing a school bus is strongly discouraged. It is very dangerous and increases your risk of a collision. Never back your school bus when students are outside it; the risk of injury is too high.

Not quite. The answer is activate the alternating flashing red lights and ensure that the stop arm is extended.

After stopping but before loading or unloading, set your transmission in Park (or Neutral if there is no Park shift point), turn on the alternating red lights, and extend the stop arm.

Not quite. The answer is operates smoothly and closes securely from the inside.

During your vehicle inspection test, check that the entry door is free of damage, opens smoothly, and closes securely from the inside. Also check that the entry handrails are secure and the step light (if any) is working properly.

Not quite. The answer is Make a final check to confirm all traffic has stopped.

Just before you signal the students to approach the bus, check that all traffic has indeed stopped for you. Unfortunately, not every driver stops for the flashing red lights of a school bus.

Not quite. The answer is tell the students to remain seated until you signal them to exit.

When unloading the bus at school, secure the bus, tell the students to remain seated until you signal them to exit, and position yourself to supervise unloading. Only then should you signal the students to start exiting the bus in an orderly manner under your supervision.

Not quite. The answer is in a logical sequence.

To ensure that none of the mirrors will be missed, always check them in a logical sequence.

Not quite. The answer is 85%

For most parents, the bus driver is the only representative of the school system that they ever meet. Always be courteous and willing to listen to the parents' concerns.

Not quite. The answer is 10 feet

As you approach a school bus stop, bring the school bus to a full stop with the front bumper at least 10 feet away from students at the designated stop. The distance is 12 feet in Idaho. This forces the students to walk to the bus so you have a better view of their movements.

Not quite. The answer is Secure the bus.

After you've determined the need to evacuate and decided on the type of evacuation, you must secure the bus to keep it from moving. Put the transmission in Park (or Neutral if there is no Park shift point). Set the parking brakes, turn off the engine, and remove the ignition key. Also activate the hazard warning lights.

Not quite. The answer is Evacuate the bus and move the students away from the tracks at an angle toward oncoming trains.

If your bus stalls on railroad tracks, you must evacuate the students from the bus. Have the students exit the bus. Then lead them at an angle to the tracks in the direction from which you think a train may approach. That way, if your bus is hit, neither you nor the students will be struck by flying debris.

Not quite. The answer is only with the written approval of the school district.

Each school district establishes official routes and official school bus stops. Never change the location of a bus stop without written approval from the appropriate school district official.

Not quite. The answer is Drive through the gate.

It's much too dangerous to remain stopped on the tracks for an extended period. If the gate comes down after you have started across, drive right through it. The gate will break away.