School Bus class B CDL pretrip inspection demonstration

A class B CDL pre-trip conducted on a 2021 IC Conventional School Bus

[@teneichearose7133]

Good morning everyone. I have watched this video over 60 times when I was going in training . This is the only video that helps me in passing my CDL license. It’s everything that you need to know.

[@SchoolBusSass]

Wonderful news, Congratulations! I’m thrilled to learn the video was helpful for you. Continued success in all you do.

[@mikkey246]

Thank you for this

[@chillout9808]

I'm on my second one and counting, test is next week😮

[@williegrissett1913]

Great job 👍

[@paniotti-yk2vh]

You are an idiot to watch it Many times.

[@Wearethelight144]

Because I watched this video multiple times, I’ve passed my CDL Pre-Trip and now have my CDL! I passed on June 30th 😊

[@SchoolBusSass]

Jeanne, this is such exciting news! Congratulations, your hard work really paid off! Now the real fun begins. Continued success in all you do.

[@Wearethelight144]

@@SchoolBusSass Thank you!!

[@carolinadeschamps1443]

Where you passed

[@dannyheise1697]

Hardest thing I think is gonna remember how to word everything lol

[@acidpro]

I'm very thankful for you. You helped me get my CDL from the 1st shot. and I'm now a school bus driver 😊

[@SchoolBusSass]

Thank you for sharing your positive results with me! Congratulations and continued success to you. 🎉

[@CaptainMoondawg]

Hey I watched this video several times and I just passed my CDL-B school bus test on 6/5/2024

[@SchoolBusSass]

Congratulations! I am thrilled to learn of your successful test outcome! Continued success in all you do. 😃

[@starsaleem9696]

You have literally helped ne 1,000 times more than my actual instructor. Thank you so very much. So glad i found this

[@SchoolBusSass]

Thanks so much for your comment and positive feedback! Best wishes for a successful test outcome!

[@metalgear-]

My Instructor started off w/ the Air Brake Test which rekindled my memory loss of NOT doing 18 wheeler the past 3 years yet I knew something was OFF. We do NOT start w/ that Test. Real Drivers start as she started via viewing the Truck &/or Bus from the front looking underneath & down the sides to the back. The Air Brake Test should be one of the LAST things you do just prior to Emergency Brake & Service Brake Test. 👀 That order makes WAY more actual sense. Idk why my Instuctor is going out of order but w/e. I passed my CDL A so I will pass my CDL B nonetheless regardless

[@claybarrett6199]

I've been a driver trainer for 8 years.and I have had all my trainees watch your videos for the last 5 years. You don't miss!!!!!

[@SchoolBusSass]

Your comment made my night! Thank you, Clay! 😁

[@tamikafarris9387]

In Tennessee we have way more things to say than this. We say it's not crack, damage, loose with no missing parts.. We also have to demonstrate the hood and front grill

[@mikkey246]

1:05 Start from the top 2:10 starting engine, and frame parts 3:19 brake lines 7:53 service door 8:54 under the bus 11:25 budding wheels 14:00 behind the bus 14:55 the bus stop arm 17:20 engine start

[@Walibnzas]

I passed my CDL Class B 2 hrs ago. I cannot begin to tell you how much your video/s helped me out. Following this one in particular did the trick. Thanks for taking the time to make and post it and for being an advocate for school transportation. Thanks again.

[@SchoolBusSass]

How wonderful, I’m thrilled to learn of your success today, Congratulations 🎉 I hope you enjoy the wonderful world of school bus driving! Continued success to you!

[@mikkey246]

Congratulations, any good jobs?

[@SchoolBusSass]

@@mikkey246 If you’re looking to drive a school bus, there are many opportunities. Where are you located?

[@starsaleem9696]

I memorized all the material from the book. This video perfectly brings it alive

[@eurlettebaron4279]

I'm going through my training now and keep trying to come back to this video. Im Studying hard in my free time. It's so much to learn.

[@SchoolBusSass]

Try not to let the pretrip overwhelm you. Much of the pretrip is nothing more than repetitive phrasing. Once you learn the brakes suspension and wheels up front, most of that can be applied in back. You can do this!

[@thomaskoeppel6506]

Hi Therese, I have watched this video and other ones that you have probably 20 times over the last 2 weeks. Even though I'm in NY much of the pre trip expectations are very similar here if not the same. I had my road test today and passed. Your videos helped me out a great deal. Your detail is great. You do a great service for all CDL permit holders out there who have a road test coming up. Thanks for your help.

[@SchoolBusSass]

Hello Thomas… Such wonderful news to start my Friday! Congratulations and continued success to you! Thanks for sharing your great news with me!

[@bee9421]

Just wanted to say thank you Theresa! I passed my CDL test this week. Your video helped me study and memorize all the bus parts and braking procedures. I really appreciate this video, super helpful 🖤🚌

[@SchoolBusSass]

A hearty congratulations 🎊 to you, Bee! Continued success in all you do. So glad the video helped you achieve your goal! Good job!

[@AbcdEfg-zx5hm]

3points of contact getting on the bus and the stairs are free from debris you did a good job like your videos keep pumping them out thank you

[@SchoolBusSass]

Thank you for the kind comment and feedback!

[@billcurry8982]

This is exactly why it's hard to hire bus drivers we are not mechanics

[@SchoolBusSass]

There are proposed changes, heading our way, in the not too distant future . Im hoping the upcoming changes will be what’s necessary to turn this trend in the right direction. While I can point out and name the parts of the bus, I have no idea how to repair or replace any of them.

[@billcurry8982]

@@SchoolBusSass I hear you I did my test 9 years ago didn't have to do engine compartment. I hope there will be changes 🙏

[@rayongardner3915]

Exactly 100% correct

[@tubebeulous81]

I had a great trainer who highly recommended that I watch, study and learn from your Pre-Trip instructional videos. I Passed today with deep appreciation to you!

[@SchoolBusSass]

Outstanding news! Your hard work and efforts really paid off, Congratulations! Thanks so much for sharing your positive test outcome with me. I’m thrilled for you…continued success in all you do.

[@SchoolBusSass]

This is part 1 of the pre-trip. This video slows things down and goes into greater detail with the parts of the school bus. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j37JeJeObb-fbs0 This is part 2 of the pre-trip. A Continued in-depth look at the Class B CDL pre-trip. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mYKQi2ucfLmWh8k

[@bradyteets3426]

In CDL class right now. These videos help

[@allenmehrtens9442]

Is this ok for Texas?

[@mikkey246]

Thanks! Gotta check this out next

[@bunchofroses83]

I just want to say thanks ! Thanks to your videos I passed my cdl

[@SchoolBusSass]

Fantastic news! Thank you for sharing your positive test outcome with me! Way to go and congratulations. Enjoy the journey, I know I sure have!

[@SkunkMom]

I have my permit to drive bus so I've been watching this and memorizing what you say so I can get my license with p and s endorsement!!! Thank you for the helpful video

[@SchoolBusSass]

Thank you for your comment and feedback. Best wishes for a successful test outcome.

[@DeionDeion-ox1zf]

I start training may 13th and I’ll be watching this video over and over until I can recite it with you! Thank you for this video.

[@SchoolBusSass]

Best wishes for a successful test outcome! You can do this! 😁

[@mikebooth6867]

This is the best CDL pretrip video I have ever seen. I tested out for a Class C passenger endorsement, so it was a little different, but meets all the requirements. I probably watched and listened to this video more than 30 times and passed today with flying colors! Thank you so much for taking the time to make these videos!

[@SchoolBusSass]

Thanks so much for sharing your positive test outcome with me! Congratulations to you! All the best, and continued success.

[@haneman02]

Thank You for helping me to pass my road test on the first try!!!!!!

[@SchoolBusSass]

Outstanding news, Haneman! Congratulations and continued success to you!

[@dawnmariehormerte5224]

So glad I stumbled upon this video!! My road test is Tuesday ill be watching this on repeat until then. Thank you!!

[@SchoolBusSass]

So glad to learn the video is helpful for you! Best wishes for a successful test outcome on Tuesday. I'll be cheering for you from Ohio! :)

[@reggie4Jesus]

Thank you Therese. This video has helped me a lot. I'm taking my test today and I feel pretty confident after watching this video several times. God bless you!

[@SchoolBusSass]

It’s a great day to get your CDL!!! Best wishes for a successful test outcome, Reggie! If you think about it, let me know how things went for you today.

[@reggie4Jesus]

@@SchoolBusSass Hey. So I didn't pass because I failed the air brake section of it. I didn't realize how important that part was in the test. Now I know. I'm retaking the test this Thursday.

[@reggie4Jesus]

I just passed today. Thank you for this great resource!!

[@raquelmizhquiri1961]

​@@reggie4Jesusood evening regie. I have a question for you. When you said you failed you're test because of the air brakes, does this video have about the air brakes. I'm a bit confused by the way congratulations for passing you're test.

[@jerrymarotta733]

Hello Teresa, I just wanted to thank you for all of your wonderful insight and wisdom to keep the kids safe on the bus. Keep me safe in the bus in one piece thank you so much. I’ve been driving the bus with the kids for three months now I know I’m still kind of an new at this however, I make sure I apply the principles you help me to learn you’re the best.

[@SchoolBusSass]

Hello, Jerry… thank you so much for your very kind comment and feedback. Enjoy the journey… I’m still enjoying it even after 24 years. Continued success to you.

[@tink3716]

Thank you so much for making this video❤! It was the sole reason why I passed my bus inspection with the DOT in North Dakota. The examiner was impressed with my knowledge of the bus.

[@SchoolBusSass]

Thank you for sharing your positive test outcome! I’m thrilled to learn of your success, congratulations 🎉 Enjoy the journey.

[@jmiller6612]

Passed my class b cdl test today! Just wanted to say thanks for taking the time to make this video, it was a huge help!!!

[@SchoolBusSass]

Outstanding news, Jmiller! Congratulations on your successful test outcome! Thanks so much for sharing your positive test results with me! Enjoy the journey 🚌🚌🚌

[@dkbsoulman]

Thanks Therese, great video. I am a school bus driver trainer for Bristol Virginia Public Schools and I have used many of your videos, all very helpful. BTW, I'm originally from Dayton, Ohio. Spent plenty of time in my youth in the lovely town of Centerville. Thanks again and God bless.

[@SchoolBusSass]

Hi Dan, I’m delighted to hear from a fellow driver trainer and former neighbor! Thanks so much for your kind feedback…both are greatly appreciated! I hope you’re having a wonderful summer. When does Bristol go back to school?

[@dkbsoulman]

@@SchoolBusSass we start back on August 17, but we've had June and July summer school sessions so we've been transporting students up until this week. First week of August we'll begin in-service safety meetings for drivers and bus aides as well as CPR and first aide recertification. The fun never stops 😆.

[@SchoolBusSass]

Our in service is the first week of Aug, trial runs are right after in service, a kick off meeting on the 15, and back to school on the 17. I think summer school programs finished up today. Have an awesome school year.😁. Always an adventure!

[@jackalspaugh3986]

I'm using your videos to help, to study for my cdls

[@ranchhawk7172]

Long time waiting for another one of your helpful bus driver videos. Thank you for uploading this video Therese 🙏 😃

[@SchoolBusSass]

Ranch Hawk, Thank you for your comment and feedback! I believe we will be doing another live feed soon...possibly Friday. It will be on School Bus Safety ROAD-E-O. If you are not familiar with the event, it is a safety driving competition for school bus drivers. We have not had one in over two years, so I'm looking forward to the event that takes place in April. We set up a course, similar to the up coming event. I will have one of our drivers demonstrate the different events that will take place. We will also be utilizing this course for in-service training. I have a few more ideas for up-coming videos, so stay tuned. Sorry for the long delay between postings.

[@ranchhawk7172]

Currently I’m a new bus driver at our school district in Mississippi. I haven’t had the chance to experience the Road-e-o driving competitions yet. Can’t wait to see your next video.

[@kevinlin7674]

I just got my class-B CDL in Taiwan, our pre-trip is only 5 minutes lol. I am really surprised by the details and knowledge required over in the states.

[@SchoolBusSass]

I always appreciate hearing what other states and countries requirements are. Thanks for your comment.

[@jrseitz21]

Are country's pretrip is ridiculously long and unreasonable. Welcome to the America of the future run and regulated by over educated children. Show me any school bus company that could afford to realistically do a 30 minute pretrip multiple routes a day and survive financially or keep drivers employed? And asking people to do this all straight from memory and not use a guide or log sheet that you have to have on board anyway is beyond moronic. I've been driving for 15 years and the amount of difficulty they have added to these tests since i began is beyond stupidity. My first test i was allowed to have the exact study sheet along as a helpful guide. All you had to know was where those parts are. And that's all anyone should have to know.

[@CoreHibb]

​@John yesss.. Exactly! smh.. it is absolutely unfair that we have to memorize all of that! I have to take mine again.. & pay $450 to retake it (failed the pre-trip test bcz the instructor didnt hear the "cheee" sound after psi built up to the 120).. smh.. this is so frustrating & I'm realllly struggling financially 😫

[@jennieconnolly9328]

This is great!! Thankfully my state (NJ) just announced that we do not have to know under the hood and only a couple parts under the bus. The parts we do need to know, we need to know more in-depth. Thank you for this!!

[@9iceshottech678]

@@CoreHibb Hope u retake and past! All the best!!

[@shawna278]

Thank you so much! I have my test tomorrow. I was struggling not being able to see some of the parts in order to understand the verbage; pointing out and showing the parts helped tremendously. You made it effortlessly.

[@SchoolBusSass]

You got this! Best wishes for a successful test outcome!

[@metalgear-]

I have a CDL class A alrdy but I am currently training atm w/ a School Bus company to get my P/S endorsements to work for them. The Pre Trip and the Air Brake, Emergency Brake & Service Brake Tests are all identical. 90% of all the items you went over are the same as well including under the hood & the sides + underneath the Bus. Apparently I am relearning everything once again, all over again, such as names of components & proper wording but w/ extras specific to School Buses. 👍 thx for the upload 👍

[@SchoolBusSass]

You’re welcome 😉

[@wileydiduran4526]

This video helped me a lot to pass my inspection, this was the only thing I used the watch for the pass two months, thank you !!

[@SchoolBusSass]

Outstanding news! Congratulations and thank you for sharing your positive test outcome with me. Continued success in all you do.

[@marleywanihadie4420]

You are amazing for doing these videos! I’ve got my road test on Monday I’ve been watching over and over

[@SchoolBusSass]

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

[@marleywanihadie4420]

I passed and couldn’t find my comment again! Thank tot so much I really appreciate you

[@chrisdendinger3098]

Just wanted to say hi from sandusky ohio and a big thank you for this video I passed my pre service ,pretrial test today and will be on the road soon again thank you

[@SchoolBusSass]

This is such wonderful news, Chris! 🎉Congratulations and continued success to you!

[@blanemassey6324]

This is the one to remember. Got kudo's from the examiner on pre trip with this !

[@SchoolBusSass]

Way to go, Blane!

[@renacasey8163]

I am going to watch this religiously. I only hope to do this as smoothly as you!

[@SchoolBusSass]

Rena… Ohio has had some recent changes to the pretrip….i have an updated version on my channel . If you are in a different state, check with your local test site for specifics. Best wishes for a successful test outcome.

[@OttyYolf]

The company that I've been training with, and have an exam with tomorrow for my CDL B, has been training in a different order for the air brake test than shown here. Inside pre trip inspection(seats, emergency exits first, then gauges) followed by ABT. First: Wheels chocked, , neutral, engine on, pressure built up to max, shut off engine, parking brake applied, static air brake test (1 minute, no more than 2psi air loss) Second: Parking brake in, service brake(pedal) firmly held (1 minute, no more than 3psi air loss) Third: Fan brakes down to 60psi until low air warning and buzzer comes on Fourth: Keep fanning brakes down to 20-30psi until parking brake applies, indicating the spring brake is applied. Secure key and remove chocks(do not leave bus while engine running, even if just to move chocks) Fifth: Safe start engine, pressure will build up to 85-100psi in 45 seconds, then governor will cut in with the brakes "woosh" sound Sixth: Shift into low gear, press on accelerator pedal to confirm parking brake holds Seventh: Release parking brake, drive forward 5 feet, braking to make sure the bus doesn't pull to the left or right. Repeat 2x. Then pull the parking brake, put it in neutral, and say "this now completes the air brake test"

[@SchoolBusSass]

Which state do you reside in? Thanks for sharing another version of the ABT.

[@jeromerichardson6697]

I live in South Carolina I think hold service brake push in parking brake shouldn't lose no more than 3 Psi or push in parking brake than apply service brake

[@OttyYolf]

@@SchoolBusSass Pennsylvania

[@OttyYolf]

@@SchoolBusSass Also, just updating my situation. I went and took my exam on Wednesday, and passed. I did the full Pre Trip Inspection including ABT, Alley Dock, 100 Foot Backup, Offset parking, Simulated Railroad Crossing, Simulated Student Dropoff, road skills test along with an emergency stop. I was watching your videos late Tuesday night and before leaving in the morning of Wednesday. I really appreciate you making these videos. I will highly recommend your videos to any trainees I encounter. One thing I especially like about your videos is the production quality. The videos are clear, detailed, and the voiceover audio is so much clearer compared to many other videos that drown out the audio by using the recording from inside the bus(bus noise, wind noise, etc)

[@SchoolBusSass]

That’s fantastic news, congratulations! I really appreciate your kind feedback, thank you! Continued success in all you do. 😊

[@MrHandy-nr5hi]

You’re an Angel! Thank you so much!!

[@SchoolBusSass]

Aw…thanks so much for the very kind compliment and feedback!

[@rickiamorgan5573]

I PASSED TODAY THANKS TO THIS VIDEO!!!!

[@richgorman1180]

100% on my test, thanks to you.

[@SchoolBusSass]

Outstanding news, Rich! Congratulations to you! Thank you for sharing your positive test results with me. Continued success in all you do.

[@williamwakeley]

Good video!! I also enjoyed the birds singing in the background.

[@i_catfish_often225]

Watched pretty much every video on KZbin regarding school bus pre trip, and I can say this is easily one of the best 👍.

[@SchoolBusSass]

Thank you for your comment and kind feedback, both are greatly appreciated!

[@AtortAerials]

Just don't play drinking game when she says "not cracked or broken loose or missing." 😂

[@aureliaalonzo-ortiz7692]

So awesome !!! Thank you !

[@SchoolBusSass]

You’re welcome

[@naomilyons6333]

Talk like a news anchor ✨great video

[@SchoolBusSass]

Thank you

[@Savsgge]

Very informative. Good work

[@SchoolBusSass]

Thank you, Big Savage! Glad to know it was helpful for you. :)

[@codyfujimoto9945]

Another amazing video Therese hope all is well with you 😊

[@SchoolBusSass]

Hello Cody! Just the person I was hoping to hear from!! Thank you so much for your letter! I somehow misplaced your address, though, and have something to send to you.

[@codyfujimoto9945]

@@SchoolBusSass Well glad you received my letter and you know that sometimes happens lol

[@SchoolBusSass]

Can I send you a message on messenger or some other way?

[@8milmar]

Found this helpful, though in Iowa the DMV want you to start with an engine start and brake test before inspecting the rest of the bus.

[@SchoolBusSass]

The proposed changes to the pretrip here in Ohio, have the engine start and brake tests first as well. Though we do not know when these changes could occur.

[@domingohoyos9831]

Wowww excelent ttherese saludos desde colombia 😊

[@SchoolBusSass]

Thank you, Domingo!

[@bonniesanborn8096]

You're Rock ❤

[@marusushi2675]

super Excellent Teaching

[@carold.7907]

Very thorough!

[@esmeraldacardoza4231]

Yo quiero ir para ver si paso mi CDL🙏🏼good explanation

[@steamtrack8308]

That’s A Very Nice Looking Bus!

[@SchoolBusSass]

Thank you, it’s new this school year.

[@steamtrack8308]

@@SchoolBusSass I wish the buses in my state had airbrakes like yours do. We do have somewhat long winters and can get kind of wet Does this have to do with the type of bricks that are able to be used?

[@SchoolBusSass]

I don’t believe so. We get snow and plenty of rain, so I don’t think that would factor in on the type of brakes your district is choosing.

[@steamtrack8308]

@@SchoolBusSass How long are your winters.

[@SchoolBusSass]

@@steamtrack8308 Sometimes they feel like they go on forever...;) I would say...Dec - March. This year, we have had a very cool spring. How about your winters?

[@CoreHibb]

Thank you for this, @Therese

[@SchoolBusSass]

You’re welcome, and thanks for commenting! 😊

[@emmagoingtogmcgonigle5166]

❤ I’m so happy 😁 I’m going

[@starsaleem9696]

I passed my cladd b test yestersay thank yoh so much

[@SchoolBusSass]

Such fantastic news, Star! Congratulations to you! Thank you for sharing your positive test outcome with me. Continued success in all you do.

[@maurield]

Don’t forget the castle nuts and cotter pins! Also test the light indicators in the inside gauge panel.

[@SchoolBusSass]

Castle nut and cotter key are no longer required test elements.

[@ulazlo]

Mounted securely, not broken, cracked, loose, or missing + qualifier (ie no leaks/ illegal welds) made the entire thing infinitely easier

[@mohsen7021]

Thank you so much

[@SchoolBusSass]

You’re welcome 😉

[@wanerge150]

Omg is very fast I loved the video

[@esmeraldacardoza4231]

Me gusta, I liked it

[@emmagoingtogmcgonigle5166]

It’s all secure the bus

[@juliusmay8712]

Can you do another video on the airbrake test ? How do you deflate the brakes and build them back up again .

[@SchoolBusSass]

Hi Julius, to empty the air tanks, push down on the service brake pedal repeatedly until the parking brake sets itself. Warning light and buzzer will activate above 55 PSI and brake will set between 20-40. Probably not doing another brake test. The brake portion of the exam can be found on all of my pretrip videos. As for a new pretrip, I will probably do one late this year or into the new year, on a BB RE transit.

[@Carrie1229tryingtomakeithappen]

Hello everyone I'm here watching all the videos I can to try and get my CDL Class B License for the school bus in Ohio I'm just starting and I have had two days of training for the pretrip so far And I hope and pray 🙏 ❤️ Im able to pass it im trying really hard too

[@SchoolBusSass]

You’ve got this, Carrie! Best wishes for a successful test outcome.

[@a.h.s5152]

👍

[@smileyattitude6807]

About to hit the road on my first BTWT

[@SchoolBusSass]

Have fun and enjoy the journey.

[@maurield]

Also don’t forget to say the engine does not have accessive moisture and it’s mounted securely

[@SchoolBusSass]

Yep

[@PatriciaSanchez-id5tt]

May you you do a pre trip on a bus that doesn't have airbrakes and speak a little louder. trhanks for your time.

[@SchoolBusSass]

Hi Patricia, our entire fleet have air brakes. If I can locate a hydraulic equipped bus, I will see what I can do to create a pre trip video. Thanks for your suggestion.

[@auragiraldo8271]

Hello, thank you for the demo, you said there are a few more videos with a slow talking , could you please tell me where I can find them ?

[@SchoolBusSass]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/j37JeJeObb-fbs0

[@SchoolBusSass]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/mYKQi2ucfLmWh8k

[@SchoolBusSass]

I posted the links to part 1&2. This inspection is done on a rear engine transit, but the parts are the same. I hope they help. 😊

[@imnotkidding]

Thanks for the video - can I ask what gloves you have? They look like they’re warm while not being overly bulky.

[@SchoolBusSass]

I will have to check, and let you know. I’m on vacation at the moment…but when I return, I’ll get that information for you. That is exactly why I liked them. Thank you

[@SchoolBusSass]

Jennifer, the brand is called, Weatherproof.

[@chesterredrum4917]

Question do to have to say the shackels with the bushing and anchor plate thats bolted with the U bolt

[@SchoolBusSass]

It in Ohio, check with your local test site for specifics.

[@juliusmay8712]

Will you be doing another school bus cdl inspection video on a diffrent model bus any time soon?

[@SchoolBusSass]

Hi Julius, please check your other comment for my reply. Hope you are well and enjoying your summer.

[@chesterredrum4917]

Questions do you have to check all emergency windows and sound the buzzer or could you just say i would check all windows and sound the buzzer the same way i checked the first window and hatch buzzer and not check the to save time as well as the tires and brakes slack adjuster and push rods

[@SchoolBusSass]

Correct for windows and exit doors and hatches. Must check push rods and slack adjusters, in front and rear on one side of the bus, then, you can say you would check the other side of the bus the same way.

[@chesterredrum4917]

@SchoolBusSass one more question while the engine is on do you keep the headlights on while checking heater fans and dome lights and emergency windows buzzers or do you turn the headlights off because I'm wondering about the no students left button and when to push it, or the lights don't have to be on and you press the button after you done the air brake test

[@SchoolBusSass]

The headlights should have no bearing on the no child left behind alarm. Using your loading lights with your service door, will activate your no child left behind system.

[@Slight0789]

I have Mrs Donna for my bus driver this year

[@SchoolBusSass]

What a wonderful driver you have this year, Alex! Miss Donna is one of the best! :) Hope you are having a great school year.

[@luhbvnz3202]

Great video👌 my test is tomorrow

[@SchoolBusSass]

Best wishes for a positive test outcome. You e got this!!!

[@SchoolBusSass]

How did your test go?

[@luhbvnz3202]

@@SchoolBusSass passed with flying colors thank you

[@thelawnbarber9038]

What brand did you guys go with this year for handicap buses

[@SchoolBusSass]

I believe we have 2 IC conventional special need busses, 3 IC Conventional, and 3 Blue Bird RE's coming in June. One of the RE's will be my new bus this year. :)

[@dannyheise1697]

See we gotta turn our light on first before telling about them they are after the engine compartment

[@SchoolBusSass]

A variety of ways different states like to have their pre-trip presented in.

[@evamaldonado5314]

Question: do you mention the transmission? How you would check it after the bus has been run

[@SchoolBusSass]

Not necessary in the state of Ohio… so, not mentioned

[@user-bt2um2xr1u]

Thank you so much for this helpful video Therese. I need more time and explanation but I don’t see the two links you mentioned. Can you please help?

[@SchoolBusSass]

School Bus Pre-trip training part 1, 2020 Blue Bird RE, engine and walk around kzbin.info/www/bejne/j37JeJeObb-fbs0

[@SchoolBusSass]

School Bus Pre-trip training, Part 2 inside the bus, with brake tests. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mYKQi2ucfLmWh8k

[@SchoolBusSass]

Hope these help… best wishes for a successful test outcome. 😁

[@RomanZBoss3.0]

Good work. But what about the five hand holes on the wheels?

[@SchoolBusSass]

You’ll have to let me know.

[@mikkey246]

Did you find out?

[@shelbymazglad1678]

I was told to say hoses are attached at both ends will they dock you points for that

[@SchoolBusSass]

How is it attached… I would add… they are attached securely and not leaking.

[@stevedavenport1202]

On average, how long does it take trainees to learn the pre trip?

[@SchoolBusSass]

In my experience, it takes most people about 5-7 times conducting the pretrip, in person, to complete the pretrip in the allotted time with under the error limit.

[@tonylawrence0226]

As Always love these Videos but on this one the Volume Was Very Low And had to use Captions 😢

[@SchoolBusSass]

Oh no… I thought I was wearing a mic. I will work on volume control going forward. Thanks for letting me know.

[@landonladontwinworld3623]

I’ve had my class A for a year now but can’t use them because of the hours at each job. I have children I have to pick up from school and daycare. I have to do this all over in a bus just to get passenger and school bus endorsements smh 😢😢😢😢😢 after this I’ll be a bus driver 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@SchoolBusSass]

Most fun and rewarding job I have ever had, Landon. Best wishes for a successful test outcome! You’ve got this!

[@user-zc7ly2oo8o]

Hi! you had mentioned in your video about links that would provide more in depth detail. I didnt see them in the comments section. would you be able to provide links if possible? thank you

[@SchoolBusSass]

School Bus Pre-trip training part 1, 2020 Blue Bird RE, engine and walk around kzbin.info/www/bejne/j37JeJeObb-fbs0

[@SchoolBusSass]

School Bus Pre-trip training, Part 2 inside the bus, with brake tests. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mYKQi2ucfLmWh8k

[@SchoolBusSass]

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[@israellomelihousebuilds4720]

Do you guys have any Thomas HDX buses if you guys do can you guys do a pre trip on it

[@SchoolBusSass]

No, we do not.

[@emmagoingtogmcgonigle5166]

Make sure you do your breath test lady

[@campusman1957]

before you replied on my comment about the time for training, they had me scheduled for tomorrow road test now they decided i dont have enought hours the lacking time here is seat time its more pre trip that driving its like you having a funnel with a small bottle trying to stuff it all in there the passing rate isnt high here every canandiate complains, i'm watching this video you have its not exact what we do but close

[@SchoolBusSass]

What is the passing rate? Glad the video is augmenting your training even though it varies a bit.

[@mikemdavis007]

Going for my CDL ....Thanks for the channel.....any suggestions?

[@SchoolBusSass]

Pretrip: Try to slow things down, just a bit. People tend to talk faster when they get nervous. Maneuverability: If allowable, always check your final position for each maneuver you complete. Even if you are positive you’ve done the maneuver perfectly. If it’s a free look…take it. Gives you a moment to check out your awesome skills…😉 or, correct an issue you may not have seen from the drivers seat. For instance…in straight line backing, perhaps you stopped behind the 4th set of cones but there were five sets. A final check would reveal this and afford you the opportunity to correct your final position (hope that made sense) Driving: take your turns slow! It will give you the opportunity to correct any potential errors…like clipping a curb). I would much rather have my drivers take a, slightly wider, right hand turn, than clip a curb. A wider turn, may be a few point deduction, clipping a curb ends your test…not in a good way. Whenever possible stop at all yellow lights. Believe…achieve it! You’ve got this, Mike!

[@mikemdavis007]

@Therese Mileti ...Thank you....ill be reading your reply several times...thanks for the tips and taking time to respond ...this was very helpful...

[@SchoolBusSass]

Best wishes for a successful test outcome! You can do it!

[@GardenerEarthGuy]

You have great hair, even when doing a pretrip- that's not easy.

[@SchoolBusSass]

What a very thoughtful thing to say… thank you 🙏🏻

[@christianladymichelleclm5809]

Hi, Do You Have Buses That Use These Fuels: -Gasoline ( Petrol ) -Propane ( LPG ) -Compressed Natural Gas ( CNG ) -Electric ( EV ) I Know You Have Diesel Buses.

[@SchoolBusSass]

Hello, Michelle, The district I drive for, only has Diesel, though when first started with Centerville, they had a couple of propane busses. That was twenty years ago though.

[@christianladymichelleclm5809]

@@SchoolBusSass Must Be Expensive To Keep Them Up, And Hard To Start Them In Ice Cold Winter Days.

[@SchoolBusSass]

The busses are plugged in during freezing temps. The block heaters help the engines stay warm enough to start most cold mornings.

[@paniotti-yk2vh]

Most people want to be seen on video

[@SchoolBusSass]

I’m blending

[@evelinastat]

Where is your seat belt cutter?

[@SchoolBusSass]

On my bus, it is in the small compartment located on the drivers side adjacent to the fans, heaters and defroster switches.

[@nadinenatle]

I would love this but unfortunely I cannot make it low enough to hear you!!!

[@SchoolBusSass]

I do not understand how volume can vary so wildly. It is very loud on my computer.

[@christianladymichelleclm5809]

I’ve heard you got to be careful when driving with drum brakes, they fade very easily.

[@SchoolBusSass]

I haven’t had any issues with my brakes fading. If you have lots of steep hills, feathering your brakes while declining would be very important.

[@metalgear-]

@@SchoolBusSass• Truckers hauling 80k lbs have such issues routinely hence the DOT has setup strategic “Runaway Truck Ramp” locations most notably in areas like Colorado or wherever Truckers traverse Mountainous regions. Yet I highly seriously doubt School Buses will ever experience such minus Class Trips across Mountainous regions unfamiliar to the driver which is realistically never going to happen since even those Trips are Pre Planned Routes.

[@metalgear-]

@@SchoolBusSass• We actually use a method called “Engine Braking” which works even for School Buses. You slip into lowest Gears &/or via an Automatic into 2nd or 3rd or whatever then allow the Engine to slow you down. You brake a little to help the engine then release brakes. Wait a few seconds & brake a little again. Rinse & Repeat. If you hold down the Brakes full time you can & will overheat them then lose them.

[@metalgear-]

@@SchoolBusSass• Btw you ran the Pre Trip like a BOSS. It’s been 3 years since I drove an 18 wheeler yet you did everything exactly the way we did everything so thx for helping me w/ my memory loss ‼️

[@jeananjoseph9117]

It is hard to hear you. I was excited to watch but it is so hard to hear. :(

[@SchoolBusSass]

Sorry to learn you had a hard time hearing me. I was wearing a mic, so I’m not sure what happened. I have two additional pretrip videos, perhaps one of the others might be easier to hear.

[@brownie6792]

Okay I'm confused now. The 3 orange lights at the top is my clearance lights. Which ones is the amber lights sounds like I'm hearing amber lights more then 3 times

[@SchoolBusSass]

The clearance lights in front and on the side before the rear dual wheels, are all Amber, after the duals, clearance lights are red. Your warning lights are amber. They are the alternating flashing lights you activate before you arrive at a pick up or drop off location, then, once you open the bus door, the alternating flashing lights switch from Amber to the red lights located adjacent to the amber lights on the front and rear of the bus. Also known as eight ways. Reflectors on the side of the bus are also Amber before the duals and red after. The reflective tape, is also viewed as amber.

[@brownie6792]

@@SchoolBusSass wow thank you I'm in New Orleans. Now I understand. I appreciate you so much 🙏

[@marthalazo4812]

This is very difficult for me I am here more than 100 times and I still forgot 😢

[@SchoolBusSass]

Mary, how can I help? Which aspect are you finding most difficult? Do you have a bus you can practice on? Are you working with an on board instructor?

[@jammerjimfalco6203]

minus 1 point for not mentioning tire depth gauge...