Pre-Trip & Post-Trip Inspection
9 free questions, part of the School Bus (S) Endorsement CDL practice test
School bus inspection questions lean on real federal numbers: 49 CFR 392.7 and 396.11 for required inspection items like the stop arm and lighting, and 49 CFR 393.75 for minimum tire tread depth, all gathered under ELDT Unit D1.9. AAMVA adds the school-bus-specific steps on top, like checking for sleeping children and lost items after every route. ELDT.io's free bank has 9 questions on this subtopic.
Questions about Pre-Trip & Post-Trip Inspection
What's the minimum tire tread depth on a school bus?
Per 49 CFR 393.75, steering axle tires need at least 4/32 inch of tread, and all other tires need at least 2/32 inch.
What should a driver check that's unique to school buses during inspection?
Per ELDT Unit D1.9, citing 49 CFR 392.7 and 396.11, drivers verify the stop arm, crossing arm if equipped, emergency exits, first-aid and body-fluid cleanup kits, and the student warning lights.