Learn proper crossing procedures for railroad crossings.
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@electropanel12112 жыл бұрын
These videos are so great and how she followed instructions and flawlessly completed the railroad crossing on first attempt, these videos are heaven sent,thank you.
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Glad the video has been helpful for you.
@matthewcook42562 ай бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass my bus driver does this in erie pa
@katherinemoore6937 Жыл бұрын
I wish we had your buses in NJ! Very well done! Thank you!
@SchoolBusSass Жыл бұрын
Thank you! What type of busses do you have in NJ?
@carlhale94062 жыл бұрын
Great instructions and execution! Bravo!
@phyllisherring4506 Жыл бұрын
Thanks this has helped me to remember what to say as I do my training. I couldn't remember everything or the order she said it. This is a big help. 👍
@SchoolBusSass Жыл бұрын
Glad to learn the video has been helpful for you. Hoping your training and testing go smoothly and with great success!
@blanemassey63243 жыл бұрын
So professional. Don't think I'd be were I am without these videos. Thanks so much !
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your comment and kind feedback! Continued success in all you do.
@JacklinTerry-Lathan4 ай бұрын
Well done! Great instructor!
@EmperorNefarious12 жыл бұрын
I can add a few things that are obvious when you think about them, be in the right most lane, check mirrors before opening door (don't assume some driver won't pass in the shoulder) and I learned to cross in the lowest gear without stopping or shifting to prevent stalling.
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Good points to add. Thanks for your input!
@emmagoingtogmcgonigle51668 ай бұрын
❤ You’re awesome mother doing your drivers test good luck
@youtubevlogproductions15673 жыл бұрын
Not to mention A train traveling at 40+ miles per hour, can NOT, can NOT stop for you!
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
Exactly!
@adventureoflinkmk23 жыл бұрын
Can NOT, can NOT, and WILL NOT stop for you!!!
@joshuaoliger8665 Жыл бұрын
Yeah we promise it will not not not and I MEAN NOT gonna stop so if ur in the tracks when it comes SPEED UP
@loudandproud90706 ай бұрын
Yes it can if it wants
@GOLFADDICT653 жыл бұрын
HI great videos....i have watched all of them..i start my training on June 21st ...your videos have given me a head start and i am confident i will do well.....little nervous on the driving test but i am sure it will go well...thx again for your instruction...cheers from Canada
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
Thank you! You can do this! Go for it!
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
How did your first few days of training go?
@GOLFADDICT653 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass Hi finished the classroom time...passed everything...alot of info...start driving training monday...nervous and excited...mind you we have a heat wave going so not sure if they may postpone it.....
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
@@GOLFADDICT65 Hope training is going well for you. Will you be taking your road test soon? We go back to school next Wednesday. Have a wonderful school year! :)
@GOLFADDICT652 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass i passed everything got my class 2s liscense and was called today and offered a fulltime route rural and in town....cheers
@sammyhakimvlogs56083 жыл бұрын
This was an informative video.
@xiaohai52492 жыл бұрын
Thank you kindly call. Great mentoring. Learn this a really good. From alberta
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Very happy to learn the videos have been helpful for you!
@codyfujimoto99453 жыл бұрын
Another good video Therese 😊
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Cody!
@berto01 Жыл бұрын
My training here in Central Oregon was the same EXCEPT they do not want us to set the parking brake at RR crossings. We only use the service brake and leave it in drive.
@SchoolBusSass Жыл бұрын
I always enjoy hearing the protocols in other states. Thanks for sharing.
@pokitty100 Жыл бұрын
The only thing with leaving it in drive and not setting the brakes if you got rear ended it would push you in front of a train
@berto01 Жыл бұрын
@@pokitty100 I suppose it could poss. But it takes a lot of force to move these things with the service brake on. We had a driver stopped applying the service break. He got hit head on by a car doing 50 and the bus didn't move.
@joannemain9487 Жыл бұрын
Master switch off so the overhead red stop lights will not come on. Turn it back on after you are across. At least the busses we have.
@ryanparshall95827 ай бұрын
@@pokitty100if you got rear-ended by a 18 wheeler it wouldn't make any difference
@carmenjimersoncross-safied1204 Жыл бұрын
GREAT! I did my first driver training Railroad crossing today and it is a mass of confusion ... I figure until I get a few more crossings under my belt. It's a bundle of timely confusion movements!
@SchoolBusSass Жыл бұрын
Repetition, and soon it will be like second nature.
@emmagoingtogmcgonigle51668 ай бұрын
I need to learn to tell your sister to come out when you’re crossing a railroad tracks. You can hear the train coming by beside you. You’ll do good on the train tracks.
@idonhadenuff59792 жыл бұрын
Great instructions. Thanks for sharing.
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome
@steamtrains16943 жыл бұрын
I follow the same procedures regardless if walking, pulling a wagon behind me, biking, etc.
@jackjust90202 жыл бұрын
Question. When was the last time you herd a train whistle while 🛑 at the railroad crossing??? Answer. Never!! Diesel electric locomotives uses a air horn. Steam 🚂 uses a 😙!
@christianladymichelleclm5809 Жыл бұрын
@@jackjust9020 Yes well don’t assume it’ll blow the whistle’s or horns, because sometimes they don’t. They’re supposed to.
@kevinthecat61768 ай бұрын
a tip I pulled from my pocket is FRA rule states that there should be 20-30 seconds between when the crossing gates activate to the train hitting the crossing
@chrissyjonelis222 жыл бұрын
The information is correct. I do take issue with the fact that the lady was standing in the stair well as Sharon was driving. That is illegal and you would never allow a kid to do that. There are lines on the floor to show when the bus is in motion that no one is allowed to be in front of.
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
In the state of Ohio, when preforming the duty of an on board instructor or a paraprofessional, standing on the bus is acceptable.
@chrissyjonelis222 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass Yes, standing on the bus is different than standing IN the stairwell while driving. I still take issue with that as it is very unsafe and not necessary to show the procedure! Have a great day! No further response is necessary
@trevorritchie25755 ай бұрын
Some of our school buses used to have a white line across the floor and a sign that said: "Federal Law Prohibits Operation of this bus with Anyone standing Forward of the White Line"
@coreturkoane55703 жыл бұрын
Very nice video, Thank you very much!
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for you comment and kind feedback, Core!
@barbstevens60202 жыл бұрын
Nice job! I would also add to turn your hazards on and off around the outside of the steering wheel. Never put your hand inside the steering wheel. If you would get hit and your steering wheel snaps around you could break your wrist.
@memyselfirenejones93973 жыл бұрын
Great video 😀 I’m currently in training now. I subscribed to your channel these videos are very helpful
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Irene! So glad to learn the videos have been helpful for you. Best wishes for a successful test outcome!
@memyselfirenejones93973 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass Thanks 😊
@irish890557 ай бұрын
Mrs Mileti is School Bus class, not sass, as she's almost always replies to most comments with a gracious reply.
@FurbyFan-bx5bd6 ай бұрын
5:08 5:29 love the air brake sounds. I have autism, and would LOVE to drive a bus. I even know how to stop at railroad crossings
@truck_dude5 ай бұрын
I would love to drive a bus too
@mariehongosh15212 жыл бұрын
Also when over the tracks check mirrors for traffic. And I was taught no one is to ever stand in the stairwell every rider should be seated for safety
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
When conducting training applications or an aide is performing job related duties, standing is allowed. Generally speaking, however, best practice is to have passengers seated at all times. Thank you for your comment.
@dougkrahn5078Ай бұрын
outstanding railroad procedures.
@SchoolBusSass28 күн бұрын
Thank you very much!
@emmagoingtogmcgonigle51668 ай бұрын
So professional driving a School For shoulder, good at your backing up skills and you and you get so professional at it
@MoiNokaOi2 жыл бұрын
In California we turn off the Hazard lights as soon as we are ready to move over the tracks...
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
I always like hearing what other states protocols are, thanks for sharing.
@nathangriff68622 жыл бұрын
Thank you for another excellent video. I did make note of the fact that the master flash button was not turned off. Is that something that needs to be done to prevent the stop signs from coming out on the driver side of the bus?
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Another great questions Nathan! The master flasher switch, must be in the, on, position in order for your amber warnings to function. The Red-light override switch is manual, it does not rely on the master switch being on or off, but must be turned on manually and turned off manually. The amber warning light switch once activated, will switch over to the loading lights, once the service door of the bus opens, and will deactivate when the doors of the bus close. I hope that explanation makes sense.
@nrgmichael32242 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass Our Master switch should be left in the in position when in transit/route, having this switch in the on position with the door open causes the state reds to activate. So in my case and I’m sure others as well, we should hit flashers THEN turn off master or vice versa, and same thing at the end of the procedure. Also, it’s worth mentioning to only cross the tracks if you have at least 15ft of clearance from the rear of your bus to the tracks behind you after crossing. At least here in NY. Great videos!
@darianpitts72987 ай бұрын
It helped my best friend Dad get through the school bus
@evangelistagonzalez20152 жыл бұрын
Hello.Therese. I'm from Dominican.I like your video.you explain very clear. I can understand.I speak little be English.but,I want to get CDL. License.I have a little problem with the child check. Could you please do a video about this.? Thanks. GOD bless.
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Hello Evangelista , thank you for your comment and kind feedback. I’m very happy to learn the videos have been helpful for you. I’m not sure if you are referring to the drop off place of safety, or what you should do after dropping off your last student after each routing section or when you’ve finished with your day. If I know which area to focus on, I will try to out something out for you.
@aaronporter9552 жыл бұрын
I remember my bus driver training days with Dayton Public Schools.
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
How long were you with DPS?
@aaronporter9552 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass I was with DPS for 6 years and than I went on to a truck drivers training school. I wanted to see how easy it was to get a Class A. But it was even harder to get that because there's more stuff to inspect on a tractor trailer.
@jonathankoster54711 ай бұрын
Very imforitive video. I had a situation once where the lights on the railroad crossing were flashing and the gates were not going down. This was at a traffic signal. So, the driver on my bus had to radio dispatch. They told my driver to count to 30 while holding the button for the 2way so dispatch could hear them counting. Once that was done, we could continue across the tracks.
@SchoolBusSass11 ай бұрын
Wow, that is very unusual.
@aaronporter9552 жыл бұрын
Whaaaaaaat She made it to OBI ??? Great Job.
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Thank you 😊
@dnohs Жыл бұрын
I don't know where this is but in New York you never put your arm through the steering wheel to put on or shut off your hazards. The are should go over or around the steering wheel.
@SchoolBusSass Жыл бұрын
You are correct, which is also the correct way in Ohio as well. Thanks for your comment.
@domingohoyos98313 жыл бұрын
Hola therese saludos desde Colombia extrañaba tus vídeos son excelentes 👏👏👏👏bendiciones
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
Gracias, Domingo…😁
@johngajmer28362 жыл бұрын
Sharon activate hazard from inside the steering wheel you have to turn around the hand from steering wheel l.
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Yes, the hazards should be activated from around the outside of the steering wheel, not through it.
@juliusmay87123 жыл бұрын
I was wondering if school opens in the fall, will the covid restrictions on buses be lifted or not depending on this covid variant?
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
We are still waiting to find out. CDC wants all public transportation to continue wearing masks through September. But, has lifted the mask mandate for all students in the classroom. It just doesn’t make good sense. Then again, the people creating these mandates, likely have never driven a school bus. We are not, public transportation. The rules should not apply. We also do not have air conditioning. In my opinion, it’s another arbitrary ineffective rule.
@railfanjames76992 жыл бұрын
Hypothetically speaking let’s say I had a manual transmission school of us would I keep it into first gear until I clear the grade crossing?
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Yes, to avoid stalling out on the track, avoid switching gears, until you’ve crossed the tracks.
@a.h.s5152 Жыл бұрын
👍
@juliusmay87123 жыл бұрын
Will you do some more full school bus cdl demos?
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
We will be working on an aide video next, then, I’m not sure.
@emmagoingtogmcgonigle51668 ай бұрын
To vote both ways of the trench real retracts open your door in
@juliusmay87123 жыл бұрын
I was wondering when will you do the videos and demonstrate just the school bus brake tests?
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
Hello, Julius… I will be working on that shortly. It should be done later this month.
@jonathonbryson10332 жыл бұрын
Very cool
@strattieshots Жыл бұрын
Noooo Sharon, you didn't close the window at the end! 😭😂
@mohsen7021 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much
@SchoolBusSass Жыл бұрын
You’re welcome .
@ICCE105 Жыл бұрын
Such a great video im 17 and i wanna be a driver for my district at 18
@SchoolBusSass Жыл бұрын
Thank you! If you don’t mind me asking, Where are you located?
@ICCE105 Жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass Broken Arrow, Oklahoma
@kenhurley44412 жыл бұрын
Great video. Please check into having a wireless mic on you so we (hey I'm a senior citizen) hear and understand you better. I did get by because I'm a lip reader.
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the suggestion, Ken. I will see about getting one for future use.
@backwoodsfreak2 жыл бұрын
Don't reach through your steering wheel to activate and deactivate your 4-ways.
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Agreed…
@backwoodsfreak2 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass great refresher video! Had 5 RR crossings today. Always try to stay up to snuff on my procedures.
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
@@backwoodsfreak , I'm so glad to hear that...It's always a great idea to practice safety protocols and procedures! :)
@youtubevlogproductions15673 жыл бұрын
Hello Therese, Just A Curious George Here, But What Is Your Favorite Brand Of Bus: IC ( Integrated Coach ), Thomas, Blue Bird, Other. Are There Others Besides These? I Have 2 Favorites: My Most Favorite Is IC But I Also LOVE Blue Bird, Though I Have Never Been On A Blue Bird, I Would Like To Though.
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
I like the IC conventional bus and the Blue Bird transit bus. How about you?
@youtubevlogproductions15673 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass I Like The IC Conventional Buses & Blue Bird Visions. I Have Been On IC Buses The Most I Believe. The Thomas C2s Are Not The Best. I Heard From @clawboss He Does Not Like Them. I Also Noticed The 2 Metal Frames On Both Sides Creating An Annoying Blind Spot.
@coreturkoane55703 жыл бұрын
Would you happen to have a passanger pick up and drop off procedure video?
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
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@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
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@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
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@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
Good evening, Core...I added the links to the videos I have for pick ups and drop offs. Let me know if you are able to open and view these links. Thank you! :)
@coreturkoane55703 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass yes, all 3 links work. Thanks again!
@juliusmay87123 жыл бұрын
Are the school buses gets inspected during the summer break
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
Yes, they do have a yearly inspection, but they start inspecting in May, for the upcoming school year. We also get spot checked about four times a year.
@randomdude4403 жыл бұрын
She is narrating everything she does
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
Narrating the process can help in two ways. Helps the driver remember the procedure without skipping any steps or their order. This method can be particularly helpful when you are taking your CDL road test. An accidental push of the warning lights switch instead of utilizing your hazards, is an automatic failure on your road test.
@youtubevlogproductions15673 жыл бұрын
What year did you get your first transit bus?
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
I believe it was 2018.
@juliusmay87123 жыл бұрын
What type of covid precautions is taken on the buses and it's passengers
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
Well, our school year is over. But when we were in session, our drivers wore masks, we had one child per seat, and disinfected our busses after each route . It’s pretty difficult to social distance on a school bus. The summer program has relaxed a bit. Masks for drivers transporting 6th through 12 grade but no masks with our younger students or special needs riders. They have not yet decided what protocol will be for the start of the school year.
@steamtrains16943 жыл бұрын
Do All Buses In Your Fleet Have White Roofs Opposed To Yellow Roofs?
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
Yes, White roofed busses are supposed to keep the bus cooler. Every school bus driver knows a school bus has two temperatures… Roast your rear off and freeze your rear off. 😂 All kidding aside, white reflects the light whereas yellow, absorbs the light. Regardless, when you’re sitting on hot blacktop on a 90 plus day with no air conditioning, the white roof does not make a significant difference… The bus heats up rapidly. I have read up to 17 degrees hotter than the outside air . I would much rather drive when it’s cold then again, being in Ohio, you might experience all four seasons in a single day.
@steamtrack83082 жыл бұрын
I have seen buses in my district not even fully stop at railroad crossings sometimes but very rare they don’t open their door either but most of the time they do. My bosses don’t open their windows though only the door.What I saw on my boss at a railroad track we were going to cross a trucks rear tire was right in the middle of the tracks but my bus driver waits for the tracks to clear far enough that she can cross completely.
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Learning this makes me sad. Our kids deserve better. I hope our children remain safe. Integrity is doing the, right thing, even when no one is watching. This is important to me.
@steamtrack83082 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass Here’s how I would do the procedure personally: 1. 100 m before the railroad track activate your four-way flashers 2. Stop between 15 and 50 feet before the tracks 3. Pull the parking brake/spring brake 4. Shift and Neutral 5. Open the window 6. Open the door 7. Look and listen carefully twice 8. When I am 100% sure that there’s no trains coming I will close my door 9. Shift back to drive 10. Release the parking break 11. Proceed across the tracks without stopping switching lanes or switching gears 12. When I return to normal speed, close my window if I wish to 13. Cancel the four-way flashers 14. Continue on my way
@steamtrack83082 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass Everyone really needs their bus drivers and buses to be good performance/high-performance, the bus drivers have to follow all the rules and laws especially safety hazards. They are not transporting cargo they are transporting students! So they really have to stay on top of things every day!
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! When I’m driving, each student becomes, my child…because I know how important each of these children are to their families.
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Exactly right… Each and every time.
@mallorymcguire833 Жыл бұрын
We were trained not to set the brake.
@SchoolBusSass Жыл бұрын
Which state ? I always enjoy learning the procedures other states have in place.
@Scottsummers202011 ай бұрын
This is part of my road test😨😨
@heidimcclain68352 жыл бұрын
I was taught to put the bus into low gear before crossing. Wonder why? Wouldn’t it be safe to go across in drive ??
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
I’m not sure. What state are you located in? It could be local policy.
@juliusmay87123 жыл бұрын
Also when will you post more full school bus pre trip inspection videos?
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
I’m not sure. One was recently posted, so it will be a while.
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/d4DOe6R6pKitl80 This is my latest pretrip inspection video.
@adventureoflinkmk23 жыл бұрын
5:26 -- huh.. I always thought you kept the doors open on a school bus when you cross railroad tracks
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
Driving with the door of the bus open is considered an unsafe maneuver. If done on your road test, would result in an automatic failure…in the state of Ohio.
@adventureoflinkmk23 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass same as it is for Kentucky.. you'd think it would be like a just in case thing for crossing tracks and the vehicle stalls out -- one less thing you'd have to worry about EDIT: in a motor coach you don't have to open the front door at all when you get to a crossing... In Ohio anyway, dunno for KY however I'd assume it's the same
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
I believe school busses are the only vehicle required to open/closing the door before crossing the tracks.
@steamtrackriding18233 жыл бұрын
Hello, Can You Do A Pre-Trip On Your Blue Bird FE?
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
I’ll see what I can do. We may only have some much older BB FE.
@youtubevlogproductions15672 жыл бұрын
I’ve heard that you really like the transit buses and are very fun to drive! Why do you like them and how are they fun to drive?
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Yes, I do really like the transits. I prefer the smaller 72 passenger doghouse (FE), They have turning radius is outstanding! Makes maneuvering really easy.
@sandal_thong86312 жыл бұрын
I was hoping to find an emergency procedure for when something goes wrong like your front is too close to rails. Do you back up, risking car crash? Or stoplight on other side of tracks turns red and you can't go forward leaving your back-end on the tracks. Do you go past the white line, risking car crash? In most places buses don't turn right-on-red. I think people need to know if kids start screaming "TRAIN'S COMING!"
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
You shouldn't even attempt to cross the tracks if you know you cannot completely clear the tracks with at least 15 additional feet on the other side of the tracks. I am not certain which white line you are referring to. If you are referencing the stop bar, indicating where to stop before the first rail of the RR x-ing, they are typically placed between 15-50 feet from the nearest rail of the tracks. If your bus gets stuck on the tracks, and you can see a train heading toward you, you need to evacuate the bus, directing the children to a safe area at least 100 feet from the track, if at all possible, and should go in the direction of the approaching train, departing at a 45 degree angle to the track. This is to avoid flying debris. Children should not be permitted to scatter in a multitude of directions. Always stop no closer than 15 feet to the nearest rail, and no further away than 50 feet to the nearest rail. Do NOT proceed if you do not believe you can completely clear the tracks.
@sandal_thong86312 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass Thanks for replying. Many times there are traffic lights just past the tracks for an intersection with a road running parallel to them like the 1995 Fox River Grove accident. I just read the scary story. The intersection was badly redesigned to reduce space between rails and intersection and in order to get a green light a vehicle had to cross the tracks and be in that space, as other buses had done. This substitute was unsure the length of the bus. and may not have realized they were on the tracks. The driver turned to deal with students screaming, not realizing it was because a train was coming, so didn't go when the light turned green. In that situation the driver didn't realize they didn't have room to clear the tracks, and would not likely get a green unless they did cross. Very scary.
@cj4msafoo146 Жыл бұрын
The teacher fine af
@juliusmay87123 жыл бұрын
When will we see the video demonstrating the school bus brake tests
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
Sometime this upcoming weekend.
@naomiward7963 Жыл бұрын
Nice video.
@SchoolBusSass Жыл бұрын
Thank you, Naomi!
@naomiward7963 Жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass you're welcome
@barbstevens60202 жыл бұрын
The student loading and unloading light switch (8 ways) and hazard light switch are separate. Hazard light operation never activates the stop sign or cross gate.
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Exactly, Only use hazard lights at a railroad crossing, never your warning/loading lights. And you’re right, activate your hazard lights from the outside of the steering wheel, for precisely the reason you mentioned. Thanks for the great comment and feedback!
@barbstevens60202 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass I’m a trainer for a school district in Illinois and your videos are so helpful for new drivers. I always suggest they watch them for further reinforcement.
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Barb! I’m thrilled to learn the videos have been a helpful resource for your trainees. Happy holidays! 😁
@GLOATINGMAPLE013 жыл бұрын
I seen a lot of drivers just turn the hazard lights on and stop and look both ways without opening the door or window
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
That is such a dangerous practice. Malfunctions happen far too often .
@steamtrains16943 жыл бұрын
I also notice that my bus driver does not use the parking brake or at least shift to neutral! To dangerous! Not to mention, a few times my bus driver crossed right in front of a damn train! One time was right when he completed the crossing, the lights turned on! Like WHAT THE HELL!!
@matthewphelan92882 жыл бұрын
it is very crazy when at a railroad crossing behind a bus
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Why do you think is crazy behind a bus at a RR crossing?
@matthewphelan92882 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass its like they camp there
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
😂 Thanks for the laugh!
@cowboycowboyhoss6 ай бұрын
I drive a transit bus for senior and medical transit... the procedure is exactly the same....
@steamtrains16943 жыл бұрын
I believe all school buses in my district have the crossing gates in the front of the bus, I don’t think all of yours have them though or at least most of them don’t, isn’t that dangerous?
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
Our children are taught to walk to the front of the bus, far enough for the driver to see their shoes…or about 10 giant steps. The safety arms have a tendency to break, particularly in the winter when snow banks are present.
@steamtrackriding18233 жыл бұрын
I actually saw a RITEWAY buses grossing gate bend from a snow hill, therefore it went out to far, & did not go in completely.
@steamtrack83083 жыл бұрын
Why do school buses have to activate the hazard lights ( 4 way flashers ) when in reverse?
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
It is not ORC, but it is best practice for a school bus to activate four ways before backing.
@steamtrack83083 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass ORC?
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
Ohio revised code, Ohio’s road laws and ordinances.
@Lovelace20143 жыл бұрын
Hey is there a video on “emergency stop procedure”
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
I will certainly work on getting one put together…thanks for the great suggestion! 😊
@Lovelace20142 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass thanks ☺️
@christopherreiff3192 Жыл бұрын
Is this IC CE bus a hybrid
@SchoolBusSass Жыл бұрын
No, not a hybrid. Congrats on 9 years.
@juliusmay87123 жыл бұрын
Back in the day , school bus drivers wore uniforms , is it still the case today?
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
It depends on the district. The first district I drove for had a, uniform. We received 5 free tops per year. You could order short or long sleeved shirts, button down shirts , and sweatshirts. They all had the schools logo and color scheme with Transpirtation embroidered underneath. You could choose any combination of the five, but you had to wear them when driving. You could pair them with jeans or whatever type of pants you chose. A winter jacket was given to you your first year, I’m not sure how often they were replaced. I thought it was kinda nice. The district I drive for now, you wear what you want. The union negotiated the uniforms for the drivers.
@christopherbassit27578 ай бұрын
We keep it in drive
@SchoolBusSass8 ай бұрын
Interesting, what’s the reasoning?
@Gamesgraphicgame2 жыл бұрын
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@ikeb31462 жыл бұрын
I cross tracks 16 times a day on my route. I have plenty of practice in this area! It's not fun to get stopped by a slow train or malfunctioning crossing gates.
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Wow, 16 times a day…whew! It’s no fun at all, particularly with special needs folks who do not understand why we can’t move. It’s way out of what’s routine for some and it’s not fun when it happens. You are officially, an expert, in this process! The district I drive for, currently, has no tracks within its boundaries. That’s great for every day, but not so great for extra trips. They are everywhere outside of the district. Drivers can get a bit rusty on the process when they don’t have to do it regularly. Thanks for your comment!!!
@steamtrack83082 жыл бұрын
Why Do You Shift To Drive Before You Shut The Door? And I Think I Know Why You Pull The Parking Brake & Shift To Neutral At Railroad Crossings But To Be Sure, Why Do You?
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Parking brake is always set first; if you’re rear ended, you won’t be pushed onto the RR tracks. Once the brake is set we take the bus out of gear; a backup fail safe for brake failure or human error, by failing to set the brake. Window and door are open to hear a trains approach more easily. The bus is put into neutral first, before closing the door or releasing the brake, for the same reason. You’re getting ready to cross but still want to be able to hear a trains approach. The brake is always off last, for the same reason it is applied first. You don’t want to be pushed onto the tracks if there is an oncoming train. I’m not certain of the exact number, but something like, 70 percent of all railroad crossings are not controlled. Meaning, there are no lights or gates to indicate to motorists of an oncoming train.
@TheMcGuireLife Жыл бұрын
When I rode the bus, my bus driver left the door open while going over railroad tracks.
@SchoolBusSass Жыл бұрын
The procedures demonstrated in the video, are for the state of Ohio. Each state sets their own regulations for railroad crossings, while driving a school bus. Which state did you go to school in?
@steamtrackriding18232 жыл бұрын
There Was A Time When One Of My Bus Drivers Stopped At The Railroad Tracks. A Train Was Coming Very Close To The Crossing & He Still Crossed Right In Front Of It. Right As The Rear End Of The Bus Crossed The Lights Came On! EXTREMELY DANGEROUS! NOT TO MENTION IT REALLY MAKES THE PROCEDURE POINTLESS; IT DEFEATS THE PURPOSE!
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
I hate to hear that. I will have to share an experience I had while training a new student. I had always taken RR X-ings seriously, but my serious level increased 10 fold when I was out training a new driver and three malfunctions occurred, right before my eyes and, like I said, with a new driver. Thankfully, it all turned out, but wow, what a lesson. Long story short… The conductor was late blowing the trains horn, the lights and cross bucks, were all delayed and the stop gate ended up dropping down on the hood of the bus. My trainee did everything correctly procedure wise. It was a very good reminder as to why we stop, and to never try to cross the tracks to beat the train. I hope that driver is no longer driving…
@steamtrackriding18232 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass I know right Therese, I wish my district did it like yoursEven had a student pick up or drop off including mine they don’t use the parking brake or shifter neutral they do the same thing in a railroad crossing. In my personal opinion you have it spot on.
@steamtrackriding18232 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass I always take railroad crossing procedures seriously to even though I’m not a bus driver I do the same procedure that you do whether on a bike walking or pulling a wagon behind me etc. my dad always says you’ll hear that son of a bitch coming way far away But it’s always a good idea to look and listen because I’ve heard that a lot of people think that they can hear it but usually they don’t today’s trains are very quiet they’re not like the steam engines which can be very loud
@davidedwards4685 Жыл бұрын
Supposed to announce that you have atleast 55 feet of containment space on the other side before you cross hehe
@SchoolBusSass Жыл бұрын
Which state is this a requirement in?
@davidedwards4685 Жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass This is Illinois. I like your videos I'm training now and these videos are definitely helping me remember what I need to say. Thank you
@SchoolBusSass Жыл бұрын
Terrific! I’m thrilled to learn the video has been helpful for you. Best wishes for a successful test outcome!
@Centerflow Жыл бұрын
I would add, coming off the track and merging with traffic at highway speed, turn off your 4-way hazards when you reach 35 mph. A bus is a hazard.
@SchoolBusSass Жыл бұрын
Turn your hazards off 50 feet after crossing the tracks. I’ve never encountered RR crossings on a highway. For an emergency pullover, that is precisely what needs to be done.
@youtubevlogproductions15672 жыл бұрын
TO EVERYONE: NEVER ASSUME EVERYTHING WORKS AT A RAILROAD CROSSING! IF YOU ASSUME ( THEY WILL PUT THE GATES DOWN, THE LIGHTS WILL TURN ON, THE BELLS WILL RING, YOU WILL HEAR IT COMING ) NOT SAFE!
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
I agree! Railroad crossings should always be taken seriously! Malfunctions can happen at any time.
@steamtrack83082 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass Not To Mention Today’s Trains Are Quieter Than Ever!
@user-bf4ld2jp4x6 ай бұрын
0:39 do you mean crossing bars
@SchoolBusSass6 ай бұрын
There is a crossing gate and a stop arm… our busses no longer have crossing gates. The stop arm is the stop sign located on the drivers side that extends out into traffic when stopped for pick ups or drop offs.
@campusman1957 Жыл бұрын
so as i watch she doesnt do push and pull on the sterring wheel??
@campusman1957 Жыл бұрын
and she reached in through the steering wheel to turn on the 4 ways they tell us here that thoses two things would be failing ??
@SchoolBusSass Жыл бұрын
Hand over hand is also acceptable in Ohio. Turning the hazards on from the outside portion of the steering wheel is best practice. I don’t believe they are automatic failures. It’s always best to check with your local test site or district policy.
@Gian_19897 ай бұрын
Is ur district full of ICCE’s??
@SchoolBusSass7 ай бұрын
We have a mix of ic, bluebirds re transits, and Thomas’s.
@DrivingPsychology Жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/mHi7ZoZun6hkrs0&feature=shares We only have Hazard lights in the UK. When I was driving in Canada I was passing the school buses with their red lights flashing a beeping the kids off the road. My cousin who lives in Toronto nearly had a fit. In the UK pedestrians have to look before crossing the road and vehicles have priority.
@SchoolBusSass Жыл бұрын
Your school busses only have hazard lights?
@DrivingPsychology Жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass Yes and I teach my drivers never to use hazard lights unless its a real emergency, ie, blocking the road, broken down on the motorway or at night. Because the hazard lights can give the impression that you have the right indicator on and maybe you want to move away, if a van pulls up behind the bus and parks behind it, blocking the left hazard light from view of the traffic coming up behind. Basically if someone cant see a big red bus in broad daylight they probably wont notice some flashing yellow hazard lights. Nightime, as i said, is completely different.
@SchoolBusSass Жыл бұрын
Do you primarily have left side drop locations so children are not crossing the roadway to get to their residence side of the street?
@DrivingPsychology Жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass We always drop on the (left) kerb side. The only buses that have doors on both sides are at the airport on the way taxiway. However our coaches that are used for private hire (such as American tourists who keep trying to spend their dollars in British shops 😀) have the emergency exit on the opposite side of the vehicle so if we have to drop on the wrong side of the door we use the emergency exit. On rare occasions drivers do let the passengers off into the flow of traffic of their is a tour guide to watch the traffic and warn the passengers.
@DrivingPsychology Жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass I should say that unless it is a very wealthy private school they never ever have dedicated school buses. Here the school kids just get onto the normal local buses along with the pensioners/mothers with buggies/ daily commuters etc. Only if a school has the money or a special arrangement with the local council would the kids ever get their own bus. It's funny when you have 50 big fat kids upstairs all deliberately swaying from side to side to get the bus to sway as well 😀
@-P-C- Жыл бұрын
Yeah after these school bus drivers pass their DMV test, all the training goes out the window. Seen a school bus driver fly through a railroad crossing like it was nothing. Whether you're deadheading to your next route or going to the yard, you still need to stop.
@SchoolBusSass Жыл бұрын
They’re taking a big risk by doing so. If they are caught, they will lose their license for one full year.
@steamtrack83082 жыл бұрын
Therese, have you had someone say rude words to you on my bus; swearing, names, etc. People do swear on my bus, and a student responded with saying F*** OFF to the driver one time only though. People can have real potty mouths!
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Yes, I’ve been cussed at numerous times. About 7 years ago, I had a challenging high school route and my bus that year was nicknamed the, cuss bus.
@steamtrack83082 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass LOL, But Rude Of The Student.
@TheAndokid12 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass was anything done about that completely unnecessary behavior cause that behavior should not be tolerated in any school vehicle. I think it all comes down safety cause it can be a distraction to the driver and another student can be injured. I’m an educator (a teacher’s assistant) at a private school for students who have behavioral problems, and even though that’s our job to deal with behavior issues I don’t tolerate the rude behavior or any violent threats in my classroom.
@epicarwarawrawrawr66632 жыл бұрын
this seems kind of extra by the time they are done with all of this a train might be coming lol
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Considering more than half of all RR crossings are not controlled, it’s imperative this procedure is followed… And it can/does happen…trains approaching as you’re conducting this procedure.
@Gamesgraphicgame2 жыл бұрын
hi
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Hello Trevor
@Gamesgraphicgame2 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass hi
@user-kt6lh5ox7r5 ай бұрын
But I will try again to see what is up 👆 if I don't like you get and this one
@SchoolBusSass28 күн бұрын
???
@TommyJensen-pl8qzАй бұрын
Nice woman 😍
@SchoolBusSass28 күн бұрын
Thank you! 😊
@steamtrains16943 жыл бұрын
What really drives me crazy, is when people just assume that a real crossing, oh well they’ll put the gates down or the lights will come on etc. crazy such a bad assumption!
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
So true! Too many malfunctions could occur to make those types of assumptions!
@steamtrains16943 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass Yes! Saying things like oh well they’ll put the gates down or the lights will come on, it’s bullshit!
@adventureoflinkmk23 жыл бұрын
@@steamtrains1694 not to mention isn't ignoring any or all of the crossing procedures against the law anyway?
@SchoolBusSass3 жыл бұрын
Yes, it is ORC to conduct the RR crossing procedure as demonstrated. If you are caught, not stopping at the tracks while driving a school bus, you will lose your CDL license for one year…first offense. You will lose your CDL permanently if you are caught twice not stopping. That is just what the state will do to you. I’m sure your school district would have further disciplinary actions taken.
@adventureoflinkmk23 жыл бұрын
@@SchoolBusSass I'm sure the district will fire you... I mean If your license is suspended, from a business perspective you're useless to them
@billpizzaman47002 жыл бұрын
There are a lot of cons to stopping at a rr crossing. Brake wear. Stopping then starting and proceeding over tracks is what will be the time of drive line failures due the increased torque required to get moving + the rr grade itself. Then the increased time crossing. Should be an electronic solution to this and I bet it would be cheaper than the brakes that have to unnecessarily replaced. Former gasoline truck driver. Not to mention the greenhouse gasses released to get vehicle moving Lol
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
We stop to load and unload children 50-100 times a day. Each time we are required to set the parking brake and take the bus out of gear. The procedure for RR crossings is very similar to P/U’s and D/O’s. Safety of our riders is a top priority. Brakes can be fixed, repaired, or replaced. Students and drivers…not so much.
@christopherreiff3192 Жыл бұрын
Yellowbusguy did this 9 years earlier
@deerepower3372 жыл бұрын
Why set the parking brake or go into neutral ?????????? Why stop at all? How many people get hit by a train because they didn’t stop before crossing?
@SchoolBusSass2 жыл бұрын
Though exact procedures may vary slightly…Ohio, as well as most other states, have laws requiring school busses to stop at all rail crossings. There are roughly 900-1,000 people killed annually at rail crossings with thousands more are injured each year. I’d say, aside from the safety precautions put in place for the safety and well-being of our passengers…state law is a very good reason to comply with rail crossing procedures.