During a mirror check, which view belongs in the outside convex mirrors?
Correct answer: The bus sides and at least one adjacent lane on each side.
The handbook calls for side coverage up to the mirror mounts, the front of the rear tires touching the ground, and an adjacent lane on each side.
Source: Louisiana OMV-linked Commercial Driver's License Manual, July 2017 cover version; section 10.1.4, physical PDF page 148, printed page 10-2. General handbook guidance; state and school-district requirements control actual operations. Not a complete S endorsement or Louisiana licensing course. ↗
Which mirror system helps reveal a child directly in front of the bus below normal direct sight?
Correct answer: The outside crossover mirrors.
Crossover mirrors cover the front bumper danger zone and areas near the front wheels and service door. They supplement direct vision rather than replacing the other mirrors.
Source: Louisiana OMV-linked Commercial Driver's License Manual, July 2017 cover version; section 10.1.5, physical PDF page 148, printed page 10-2. General handbook guidance; state and school-district requirements control actual operations. Not a complete S endorsement or Louisiana licensing course. ↗
How should crossover-mirror coverage meet the area you can see directly ahead?
Correct answer: The mirror view and direct view should overlap.
Overlapping views help avoid an unseen gap in the front danger zone. Proper adjustment includes the front bumper area at ground level and the front tires.
Source: Louisiana OMV-linked Commercial Driver's License Manual, July 2017 cover version; section 10.1.5, physical PDF page 148, printed page 10-2. General handbook guidance; state and school-district requirements control actual operations. Not a complete S endorsement or Louisiana licensing course. ↗
Can the overhead inside mirror replace exterior checks before you leave a student stop?
Correct answer: No; it primarily monitors the passenger compartment.
The interior mirror is mainly for observing students. Its limited rear view and blind spots do not replace the exterior mirror checks for traffic and children.
Source: Louisiana OMV-linked Commercial Driver's License Manual, July 2017 cover version; section 10.1.6, physical PDF page 149, printed page 10-3. General handbook guidance; state and school-district requirements control actual operations. Not a complete S endorsement or Louisiana licensing course. ↗
Students have boarded the school bus. According to the OMV-linked Louisiana CDL handbook, what must the driver verify before beginning to move?
Correct answer: That students are seated and facing forward, with everyone accounted for.
The loading procedure calls for students to be seated and facing forward and for all students to be accounted for. Recheck mirrors for late arrivals before preparing to leave safely.
Source: Louisiana OMV-linked Commercial Driver's License Manual, July 2017 cover version; section 10.2.2, physical PDF page 150, printed page 10-4. General handbook guidance; state and school-district requirements control actual operations. Not a complete S endorsement or Louisiana licensing course. ↗
At a designated school drop-off area, when should students leave their seats?
Correct answer: After the driver tells them to unload.
Students stay seated until the driver releases them to unload. The driver counts them off and verifies that each has moved to a safe, visible position.
Source: Louisiana OMV-linked Commercial Driver's License Manual, July 2017 cover version; section 10.2.4, physical PDF page 151, printed page 10-5. General handbook guidance; state and school-district requirements control actual operations. Not a complete S endorsement or Louisiana licensing course. ↗
A student drops a notebook close to a bus wheel. What should the student do?
Correct answer: Leave it and get the driver's attention from a safe place.
Teach students not to retrieve objects near or under the bus. They should move to safety and alert the driver so the situation can be handled with the bus secured.
Source: Louisiana OMV-linked Commercial Driver's License Manual, July 2017 cover version; section 10.2.5, physical PDF page 151, printed page 10-5. General handbook guidance; state and school-district requirements control actual operations. Not a complete S endorsement or Louisiana licensing course. ↗
Why watch a student's clothing and backpack while the student steps off?
Correct answer: They can catch on the handrail or door area.
Loose straps or clothing can snag during exit. Watch each student clear the doorway and reach a safe location before departure.
Source: Louisiana OMV-linked Commercial Driver's License Manual, July 2017 cover version; section 10.2.5, physical PDF page 151, printed page 10-5. General handbook guidance; state and school-district requirements control actual operations. Not a complete S endorsement or Louisiana licensing course. ↗
Under the school-bus handbook's storage-space guideline, what room should you allow beyond a crossing where traffic may stop?
Correct answer: Room beyond the tracks for the bus plus 15 feet.
The school-bus handbook's planning guideline adds 15 feet to the bus's length when assessing usable storage space beyond a crossing. Do not commit unless the entire bus can clear all tracks without becoming trapped.
Source: Louisiana OMV-linked Commercial Driver's License Manual, July 2017 cover version; section 10.4.4, physical PDF page 155, printed page 10-9. General handbook guidance; state and school-district requirements control actual operations. Not a complete S endorsement or Louisiana licensing course. ↗
Your school bus is stopped before a crossing with several tracks. When no train is approaching and the exit space is clear, what crossing sequence does the OMV-linked Louisiana CDL handbook recommend?
Correct answer: Proceed across all tracks without an intermediate stop or gear change.
The manual directs a stop before the first set of tracks, followed by a continuous crossing of all tracks when safe. Choose the gear and confirm the exit space before entering; do not use the gap between tracks as a waiting area.
Source: Louisiana OMV-linked Commercial Driver's License Manual, July 2017 cover version; section 10.4.3, physical PDF page 155, printed page 10-9. General handbook guidance; state and school-district requirements control actual operations. Not a complete S endorsement or Louisiana licensing course. ↗
Vegetation blocks your view along the railroad tracks and you cannot tell whether a train is approaching. What should you do with the school bus?
Correct answer: Do not attempt to cross until a safe crossing can be established.
The manual warns not to attempt a crossing unless you can see far enough along the tracks to establish that no train is approaching. Plan for adequate sight distance; inactive signals do not replace looking and listening.
Source: Louisiana OMV-linked Commercial Driver's License Manual, July 2017 cover version; section 10.4.4, physical PDF page 155, printed page 10-9. General handbook guidance; state and school-district requirements control actual operations. Not a complete S endorsement or Louisiana licensing course. ↗
A train clears one track, but the red lights continue flashing at a multi-track crossing. What should you do?
Correct answer: Remain stopped; another train may be approaching.
A second train can approach on another track. Wait for the gates to rise, flashing warnings to stop and a safe crossing opportunity after checking all tracks.
Source: Louisiana OMV-linked Commercial Driver's License Manual, July 2017 cover version; section 10.4.2, physical PDF page 154, printed page 10-8. General handbook guidance; state and school-district requirements control actual operations. Not a complete S endorsement or Louisiana licensing course. ↗
When possible, how does the school-bus handbook suggest assigning students to help during an evacuation?
Correct answer: Assign two responsible older students at each exit and teach their duties.
Preassigned, trained helpers can guide students to safety and help at the exits. The manual recommends two responsible older students at each exit when possible, while still teaching the procedure to every student.
Source: Louisiana OMV-linked Commercial Driver's License Manual, July 2017 cover version; section 10.3.2, physical PDF page 152, printed page 10-6. General handbook guidance; state and school-district requirements control actual operations. Not a complete S endorsement or Louisiana licensing course. ↗
Two students argue inside while other children are still unloading. What should your attention remain on first?
Correct answer: The children and traffic outside until unloading is safe.
Loading and unloading demand exterior observation. Once students are safely away, handle the behavior issue in a safely stopped and secured bus according to local procedures.
Source: Louisiana OMV-linked Commercial Driver's License Manual, July 2017 cover version; section 10.5.1, physical PDF page 155, printed page 10-9. General handbook guidance; state and school-district requirements control actual operations. Not a complete S endorsement or Louisiana licensing course. ↗
A passenger's behavior prevents you from safely driving the school bus. What should you do?
Correct answer: Stop and secure the bus safely, then request authorized assistance.
Use a safe stopping location and follow the school's assistance and discipline procedures. Do not put a student out at an unauthorized location.
Source: Louisiana OMV-linked Commercial Driver's License Manual, July 2017 cover version; section 10.5.2, continued from physical page 155, physical PDF page 156, printed page 10-10. General handbook guidance; state and school-district requirements control actual operations. Not a complete S endorsement or Louisiana licensing course. ↗
In an emergency stop with working ABS on your school bus, what should you avoid?
Correct answer: Pumping the brake pedal.
Do not pump the brakes of an ABS-equipped bus in an emergency. Apply the braking force needed to stop safely while maintaining control.
Source: Louisiana OMV-linked Commercial Driver's License Manual, July 2017 cover version; section 10.6.3, physical PDF page 156, printed page 10-10. General handbook guidance; state and school-district requirements control actual operations. Not a complete S endorsement or Louisiana licensing course. ↗
During the end-of-route walkaround, the driver notices that a stop arm is damaged. What should the driver do?
Correct answer: Report the defect promptly to the supervisor or school authorities.
The post-trip inspection includes school-bus-specific equipment such as stop arms, mirrors and warning lights. Report problems promptly so they can be addressed before subsequent service.
Source: Louisiana OMV-linked Commercial Driver's License Manual, July 2017 cover version; section 10.2.6, physical PDF page 152, printed page 10-6. General handbook guidance; state and school-district requirements control actual operations. Not a complete S endorsement or Louisiana licensing course. ↗
Students have left a school bus because of a fire. All proposed meeting places are away from traffic. Which wind-related consideration helps select a safer place?
Correct answer: Choose a safe location upwind of the bus and its smoke.
The handbook directs evacuees upwind when fire is present. The meeting point also needs separation from the vehicle, traffic and other hazards.
Source: Louisiana OMV-linked Commercial Driver's License Manual, July 2017 cover version; section 10.3.2, physical PDF page 152, printed page 10-6. General handbook guidance; state and school-district requirements control actual operations. Not a complete S endorsement or Louisiana licensing course. ↗
An emergency requires evacuation. When should contacting dispatch fit into the response?
Correct answer: Notify dispatch of the location and needed help if time allows, without delaying urgent evacuation.
The handbook makes dispatch notification conditional on available time. An immediate threat takes priority; useful information includes location, conditions and the assistance required.
Source: Louisiana OMV-linked Commercial Driver's License Manual, July 2017 cover version; section 10.3.2, physical PDF page 153, printed page 10-7. General handbook guidance; state and school-district requirements control actual operations. Not a complete S endorsement or Louisiana licensing course. ↗
A bus's ABS warning lamp remains on after the appropriate system check. What does an ABS malfunction alone indicate?
Correct answer: Antilock control may be unavailable even though the regular brakes still function.
An ABS fault does not by itself mean the normal brakes have failed, but it needs appropriate service. Follow the vehicle's diagnostic and carrier procedures; this is not permission to ignore other brake faults.
Source: Louisiana OMV-linked Commercial Driver's License Manual, July 2017 cover version; section 10.6.4, physical PDF page 156, printed page 10-10. General handbook guidance; state and school-district requirements control actual operations. Not a complete S endorsement or Louisiana licensing course. ↗
