Cdl stuvia - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

How long should the mud flaps on a truck and trailer be? - ANSWERSLong enough to reach within 8 in of the roadway If you're driving in town, how far will your recommended 12-15 second planning ahead measure in distance? - ANSWERSabout a single block A bridge formula restricts the axle weight for axles which... - ANSWERSare closer together How soon should oil pressure rise to a normal level after starting the engine? - ANSWERSwithin seconds If starting from a standstill on a hill, wh...

To prevent a load from shifting, there should be at least one tie down for every feet of cargo. - ANSWERS10 You are driving a 40 foot vehicle at 35 mph. The road is dry, and visibility is good. What is the least amount of space you should keep in front of your vehicle to be safe? - ANSWERS4 seconds You are traveling down a long, steep hill. Your brakes get so hot that they fail. What should you do? - ANSWERSLook for an escape ramp or escape route. The center of gravity of a load: - ANSW...

What endorsement must you have to drive a school bus? - ANSWERSSchool bus endorsement, passenger endorsement, CDL B Where are the danger zones around a bus - ANSWERSfront back and both sides The area of the left side is considered more dangerous than the right side because - ANSWERSpassing vehicles How many feet around the entire bus are considered the danger zone - ANSWERS10-12 feet front back and sides To make sure you have proper mirror adjustments you should - ANSWERSCheck each m...

T/F. you should use low beams when ever you can? - ANSWERSFalse When using your Low Beams, you can see ahead about______feet. - ANSWERS250 When using your High Beams, you can see ahead about _______ feet. - ANSWERS350-500 What are some tips to follow so you won't become a distracted driver? - ANSWERS-Assess all potential in-vehicle distractions before driving. - Develop a preventative plan to reduce/eliminate possible distractions. - Expect that distractions will occur. -Discuss pos...

Where should your reflectors be placed when you stopped on a undivided highway? - ANSWERSPlace within 10 feet of the front or rear corners to mark the location of the vehicle and 100 feet behind and ahead of the vehicle. When should you downshift automatic transmissions? - ANSWERSBefore going down a hill. Which of the following best describes the "Heavy Vehicle Formula"? - ANSWERSOne second for each 10 feet of vehicle length at speeds below 40 mph adding 1 second for speeds over 40 mph. ...

When must a school bus driver perform a pretrip inspection? - ANSWERSBefore every trip Of all the space around your bus, what space is the most important? - ANSWERSThe space ahead The emergency exits on a school bus must be clearly marked, the driver must also make sure that: - ANSWERSThe doors, hatches and windows are not damaged, they operate smoothly and close securely from the inside. Who is responsible for directing an emergency evacuation procedure? - ANSWERSThe bus driver The ...

If you are already carrying 100 pounds of silver cyanide, what precautions must you take if you are given papers at dock to carry 100 cartons of battery acid? - ANSWERSInform someone and not load the battery acid A placarded vehicle must carry what type of fire extinguisher? - ANSWERSOne with a rating of 10 B:C minimum What action should you take if there is no phone available and you discover your hazardous materials shipment leaking at a rest stop? - ANSWERSSend someone for help with all...

When student loading, how many feet before stopping should you be if you are going 35+ MPH - ANSWERS300 Feet When student loading, how many feet before stopping should you be if you are going less than 35 MPH - ANSWERS100 Feet When should your strobe lights be used? - ANSWERSif weather conditions or terrain effect visibility What should all school bus be equipped with - ANSWERSFirst aid kit and body fluids cleanup kit How many years do you renew your drivers license ? - ANSWERS4 Year...

Define the danger zone. How far does the danger zone extend around the bus? - Answer Danger zone is the area on all sides of the bus where children are in the most danger of being hit either by another vehicle or their own bus. Extend 30 feet from the front bumper, 10 feet from the left and right sides of the bus, and 10 feet behind the rear bumper of the school bus. What should you be able to see if the outside flat mirrors are adjusted properly? The outside convex mirrors? The crossover mir...

When you are in a 60 foot vehicle, how much space should you maintain in front of you at highway speeds? - ANSWERSSeven seconds What is the first thing to do if your vehicle catches fire while driving? - ANSWERSPull off the road and park in an open area The best way to put out a fire is to: - ANSWERSStand upwind and spray the base of the fire What are some causes of vehicle fires (3): - ANSWERS* Spilled fuel * Short circuits * Driver smoking Safe drivers must maintain space around ...