School Bus Pre-trip training part 1, 2020 Blue Bird RE, engine and walk around

2020 Blue Bird RE Pre-trip training part 1
Take a closer look at the engine, suspension, brakes and wheels on the rear engine transit, with some tips and ideas to make getting through the CDL pre-trip process just a little easier. This is part one, of a two part training series. Check out part two, to see the inside portion and brake tests.
Centerville, Oh
Thanks for watching :)

[@stevericketts810]

As a bus driver in Tennessee for 12 years, I’m very impressed with your videos! From now on, I’ll have anyone who wants to learn about school buses watch them!

[@SchoolBusSass]

Thank you for your comment and kind feedback! Before moving to Ohio, I lived in Memphis for eight years. Where about in TN ?

[@stevericketts810]

@@SchoolBusSass Smyrna

[@SchoolBusSass]

I needed to add an entire clip that was missing, so this is an updated version from Sunday. Sorry for any confusion this may have caused.

[@santinojozefmiller7721]

I’m cracking up over the stick you’re holding.

[@htoesaw2126]

Thank you for put this video. It help me a lot.

[@garrywolf6535]

I like how the electric door's open and close and I like the lift

[@sambulate]

Therese, thank you for putting out all of these videos. They're great quality and very thorough. And first, let me apologize ahead of time for the long comment, with questions: I'm learning on my own here, with my personal, decommissioned, new-to-me, school bus, a 36' Blue Bird/Int'l, conventional with air brakes and what seems to be a terrible turning radius. It will eventually become a skoolie, and home to me, my dog, and three cats. It is my earnest hope to be able to drive it as safely as possible, for all the reasons you might expect. I drove it home from WV to NC without major issues, but am finding that it is a different animal than the tractor trailer I drove (briefly, over 20 years ago). I'm also on my way to earning a "bus-sized" CDL, if you will, and now have a CDL permit with passenger endorsement. But, as I have no plans to either drive for a school system or a city or transit bus, I'm having a heck of a time finding anyone to help me with the practical lessons, or to find a class to join that doesn't cost an arm and a leg. (I've tried.) First, I'd like your opinion on this reference point video I've watched at least three times, if you have the time or inclination. I found it moderately helpful, though I've gotten stumped already with the mirror placement. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oIvdYpKEi5h0fJY I haven't seen a lot of videos on school bus reference points, and would love to see one from you, too. (It is only about 30 minutes, with the rest being blank.) In the mirror placement vein, would you consider creating a video about how to adjust mirrors in both a conventional and a transit bus? (If they are different.) I know the rules for this are probably different in each state, but it would be great to see how you do it. I'd like to hear your rules of thumb (or your state's policy), but I would especially like to SEE how the bus (and the surroundings) should look in both the flat and convex side mirrors when properly placed. And, what are both mirrors used for? After spending at least an hour on the internet searching for the "right" answer on this particular subject, I'm seeing a lot of yard measurements, grids, and illustrations, but very few pictures of what--exactly--I should be seeing of my bus in each of the four flat/convex mirrors. For instance, should I see any of the rear wheel in the flat, top, mirror? How much of it? I'm getting the impression from your videos that I should be using the convex mirrors for backing, but the video on reference points leads me to believe I should (or could) be using the top flat ones. It looks as if you use the convex mirror in backing, rather than the flat, top, one, as illustrated in the reference point video. Thanks again for reading my long post, and for your excellent contributions. I appreciate whatever advice you can give. Sam

[@SchoolBusSass]

Hello Sam I do have a crossover mirror video, but will see what I can do to give you a better explanation for proper FMVSS(federal motor vehicle safety standards) Your top right flat mirror, will be adjusted to FMVSS, when you can see the little, rain gutter, situated just above the windows on the passenger side of the bus, all the way down the side of the bus, and out. The lower convex mirror, you should see all the way down the side of the bus, the wheel well area, though not necessarily the rear dual, as well as the front passenger door, but not the stairwell of the bus. You will see the same on the drivers side, minus the drivers door...of course. Your convex mirrors are intended to see the front of the bus and to the left or right, depending on which convex mirror you’re looking at. More importantly, however, is the angle the mirror brackets are situated in. They need to be at a 45 degree angle. Check my crossover mirror video for a visual and explanation. If it’s not clear, once you have watched that, I will try to get you additional information to assist you, through this process. You’re very brave to go through this process unassisted, and I will do what I can to help you achieve your goals with a successful outcome.

[@britinh6505]

Thank you so much for both parts of the pre trip!! I was having a really hard time finding a rear engine pre inspection video. My trainer went over the pre inspection on a front engine this morning, but told me I would do the test in a rear engine. I was panicking a little bit. She took me out to an older bluebird, but glossed over the inspection because we had already done it. Your videos are very thorough, and I really appreciated your pointer stick. It was so much clearer than my trainer just pointing at the parts with her finger. I will be watching these 2 videos many times.

[@SchoolBusSass]

I’m so very glad to learn the videos have been helpful for you! It’s very challenging to learn or watch the pretrip on a bus you will not be testing on. Best wishes for a successful test outcome. If you think of it, please let me know how things go for you. You’ve got this. Remember to choose a sequence and stick with it. All the best to you, Brittin. I’m in your corner and cheering you on!! Go for it!

[@britinh6505]

@@SchoolBusSass will do. I should be testing in a week or two.

[@britinh6505]

@@SchoolBusSass I PASSED!! 100% on the pre-trip, and i missed 4 on the road test. 3 were for mirror checks and at the student pick up I took my foot off the brake after the bus was secured. I got my license today. :) Thanks for the videos, I don't think I could've memorized the info so quickly without them.

[@SchoolBusSass]

@@britinh6505 , this is such great news, Britin! Way to go! Now the real fun begins. Thank you so much for sharing your positive test outcome with me! Enjoy the journey, and continued success in all you do.

[@user-ln5ig4km6x]

Thank You, your videos are very informative and helpful.

[@SchoolBusSass]

So glad to learn the videos have been helpful for you.

[@tildenyoung2088]

I love this video and you did an amazing job...Here in Memphis/Bartlett TN we use most IC RE’s (Rear Engine) like that one but by IC bus...I did mean for the pre-trip to be on that one...But still, very great video...Do you think you could do one on the IC RE...???

[@SchoolBusSass]

Yes, I will be working on the IC RE soon,. Thank you for your feedback. I lived in Memphis for 8 years, before moving to Ohio. 😁

[@johng5295]

Thanks in million.Great content.

[@SchoolBusSass]

So glad to know the videos have been helpful for you! Best wishes for a successful test outcome!

[@realynrodella3139]

thank you maam for lexture about bus parts

[@SchoolBusSass]

You’re welcome

[@braydenschannelforeverythi5612]

I was wondering what would happen if you tug on the slack adjuster and it moves more than 1"

[@SchoolBusSass]

Adjustments would need to be made on the slack adjuster. You can tell when your slack adjuster is out of alignment. When you brake firmly, you will feel a tugging sensation to the left or right. That’s a very good indication your slack adjuster, needs some attention. Newer model busses, the slack adjusters are automatic.

[@garrywolf6535]

I like school buses

[@SchoolBusSass]

Me too, Garry :)

[@juliusmay8712]

If there is fluid dripping on the ground, what does the bus driver do in that situation?

[@SchoolBusSass]

They would likely take a different bus, depending on the severity and type of leak.

[@juliusmay8712]

Are the school buses less bumpy than it was 30 years ago? The buses I was on it was very bumpy and I would bounce off of my seat.

[@SchoolBusSass]

I think it depends largely on where you sit on the bus. The back is usually pretty bouncy...still.

[@islandephilippe9939]

🎉

[@joserafaelgrangefuenmayor9238]

Usando una varilla telescópica para no ensuciarse las manos

[@SchoolBusSass]

No, if I use my finger to point out the parts, it is usually not as precise, particularly with the parts that are difficult to reach or out of reach. It is also easier for the person filming.

[@domingohoyos9831]

Excelente saludos desde Colombia

[@youtubevlogproductions1567]

Do You Have FE’s ( Front Engine Transits ) In Your Fleet?

[@SchoolBusSass]

We have one Blue Bird FE

[@cataldotamburrino6112]

ciao therese ma! sei tu che accelera forte o pure e un video montato perche non si vede e non si sente

[@SeaadKhan-mv2qz]

❤

[@dripdibi3000]

Quick question if an and you stop working for a system...how soon do you have to recert??? And if you don’t do you lose the whole cdl endorsement or you just have to go to the state training again for 5days and not 3??? And do you have to be with a school system to recert???

[@SchoolBusSass]

A school bus driver must recert, every six years. If you stop driving for longer than two years, you will need to be recertified, with the five day, 15 hour program. You can maintain your CDL licensure as long as you renew your CDL license every four years. If you opt to pay the lesser class d regular license fee, you will lose your CDL classification . I hope that makes sense.

[@dripdibi3000]

@@SchoolBusSass yes I would never let the license go lol worked too hard for it... so after 2years of no driving you need to do the whole 5 day week class again...if u get back before that you have to recert for 3days....so even if it’s 6years or 7 8 9 10 years you have to recert for the whole 5 days period!? And as long as you pay your schoolbus cdl for renewal you will always have your cdl schoolbus endorsement you just won’t be able to drive unless you recert and get with a school system. And that’s every state ...I stay in Ohio

[@SchoolBusSass]

I cannot address what other state requirements are. I am only aware of what the requirements are in OH. If you stop driving for a period of two years, you will need to take the full pre-service class plus twelve hours of drive time with an OBI, as long as you keep your CDL current, every four years. Each district can require more training, but state minimums must be adhered to. If you are under two years, I imagine it would be up to the district what they would require an individual driver to do. Our district had a driver return after 8 months, and she was required to spend 10 hours reviewing the pre-trip, pick up and drop off procedures and railroad crossings, plus on the road drive time. She was not required to attend the pre-service class. She will have to once she has reached her six year mark, when all drivers must complete recertification, every six years. I will not let my CDL lapse either...ever! Wise choice :)

[@dripdibi3000]

@@SchoolBusSass thank you 🙏 Therese...Do you know Mike Redfern he’s does the recert class in Ohio in my area Cleveland

[@SchoolBusSass]

I most certainly do know Mike Redfern. I see him at the state roadeo most years and also at advanced drivers training. 😃

[@cataldotamburrino9772]

ciao signora therese per favore mi fai sentire il motore del bus tutta accelerata exhaust revving grazie mille ciaoooo

[@doubleubee7523]

How do you report a bad bus driver? I contacted the district but I think the transportation supervisor blew me off. See this video. Near the end of the video the driver makes an unsafe pass at over 55mph. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHzVoYd-nrNno5I

[@SchoolBusSass]

I think you have done about all that you can do by reporting the incident to the district supervisor. It’s difficult to say what action May or may not have been taken with the driver. The important thing is, the drivers reckless choice has been pointed out and will likely be monitored going forward.

[@PierreJones-oo2fp]

First let me say that you need to be less talk and more decisive descriptions as in the required definitions of the test.Your babbling as though speaking with 5 yr olds.Too much outside the requirements.You would have me in a coma ,...keep it short and to the point.Get with an actual tester she's gonna be finish while your half way into your novel".

[@SchoolBusSass]

This is a training video for people learning the engine parts… the pace was slow and deliberate, to give those unfamiliar with engine parts a more detailed explanation of location and function… I have numerous pre-trip demonstrations videos highlighting the exam process. Please leave comments with relevance. Try reading the title , genius.. it’s clearly defined.