7D Student Loading and Unloading Zone Procedures 2

Question 1

Before students begin unloading, what must the school bus driver do after stopping at the unloading zone?

Accepted Answer

Shift to park (or neutral with brake set), activate the stop-arm and amber/red lights, and ensure the zone is safe before opening the door

Answer

Open the door and allow students to exit immediately

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Flash the headlights to alert nearby motorists

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Sound the horn twice to signal students to stand

Question 2

A student who must cross the road after unloading must cross where in relation to the bus?

Accepted Answer

In front of the bus at least 10 feet ahead of the bumper

Answer

Behind the bus

Answer

On the opposite side of the road immediately

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Wherever is most convenient for the student

Question 3

What is the 'danger zone' around a school bus, and why must drivers be especially alert about it during loading and unloading?

Accepted Answer

The area within 10–12 feet on all sides of the bus where a driver may not be able to see a student

Answer

The area inside the bus near the rear door — students may fall

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The area 100 feet in front of and behind the bus

Answer

Only the area directly in front of the left front tire

Question 4

A student drops a belonging (backpack, ball) near the bus front tire during loading. What should the driver instruct the student to do?

Accepted Answer

Tell the driver first, then retrieve it only after the driver confirms it is safe and can see the student

Answer

Pick it up quickly before the driver proceeds

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Leave it and return for it after school

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Ask another student to retrieve it

Question 5

How long must a school bus driver wait with the stop-arm extended after all students have unloaded before closing the arm and proceeding?

Accepted Answer

The driver must wait until all students who must cross have crossed and are safely on the other side

Answer

The driver may proceed immediately once the last student exits

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Exactly 30 seconds regardless of student movement

Answer

Until the principal gives a radio clearance

Question 6

Which California law requires all drivers of other vehicles approaching a stopped school bus with flashing red lights to stop?

Accepted Answer

California Vehicle Code Section 22454

Answer

California Vehicle Code Section 22450

Answer

California Education Code Section 39831

Answer

California Vehicle Code Section 21706