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School Bus Driver Training
Unit AThe School Bus Driver:
Role, Responsibilities, and Requirements
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ObjectivesAt the end of this session school bus
operators will be able to:Describe their role and responsibilitiesRecognize that their appearance and
behavior affect community attitudesDemonstrate positive and supportive
attitudes and habitsKnow their responsibilities to their
supervisor, fellow employees, and the school district
Understand the process for becoming a school bus operator in Pennsylvania
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IntroductionCompetent school bus drivers are essential!School bus drivers have specific
RolesResponsibilities
Becoming a school bus driver has certainRequirements
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Roles, Responsibilities, Requirements
Role as a driverResponsibilities as a driverWhat do I need to do to become a School Bus
driver in PA?
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Role as a DriverAttitudeYou are importantYou are responsibleYou are a member of the Safety Team
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AttitudeStay positiveRecognize your moodsBe prepared to make allowances for the poor
attitudes of othersAlways be mentally alert
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You are ImportantProfessionalPart of the educational systemRepresentative of the school systemInfluence
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You are ResponsibleSafely transport studentsYou control your drivingYou control your attitude
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You are a Member of the Safety Team
Safety starts with youYou are transporting students in buses on
public roadwaysYou are a key member of the safety team that
works with the students each day
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Responsibilities as a DriverHigh standard of conductDriving techniquePassengersPublic relationsAppropriate dressSupervisor and fellow employeesRelationship to Transportation Director
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High Standard of ConductStandard of conduct is highYour conduct cannot be open to criticismYou are a role model to studentsYou are a representative of the school district
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Driving Technique
Driver attitudeKnowledgeSkill
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PassengersThe conduct of passengers depends upon the
driverExpress an interest in your student
passengersShow that rules are about safetyBe fairCommunication is businesslike, yet friendly
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Public RelationsYou influence public opinion about the school
districtYou represent the school district to parentsConsider all enforcement officers as part of
the safety teamShow pride in your workRespect co-workers
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Appropriate DressThe school bus driver should be identified as
a professionalDress to instill respectWear appropriate shoes for driving
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Supervisor and Fellow EmployeesYour supervisor is a member of your safety
teamCooperation is essential to transportation
safetyCommunicateReportComplyAssist
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Transportation DirectorYour advisorYour partnerTheir typical responsibilities include:
Assigning drivers to busesEstablishing bus routes, stops, and turnaroundsAssigning passengers to busesEnsuring buses are safe to operateAppointing monitors/aids as needed
Understand your working relationship and cultivate it!
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What Do I Need to Do to Become a School Bus Driver in PA?
First Step - Initial requirementsSecond Step - Knowledge Test
Authorization and School Bus Learner’s Permit
Third Step – Training and skills testing requirements
Health and safety requirementsDriver recertification
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First Step – Initial Requirements
Apply for a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Knowledge Test Authorization/Learner’s Permit
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Second Step – Knowledge Test Authorization and Learner’s PermitIf your documents are in order, andYou have no license suspensions, thenYou are issued
a CDL knowledge test authorization, andschool bus learner’s permit.
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Third Step – Training and Skills Testing Requirements
The School Bus Driver Training CourseSkills examination: Three parts
Safety inspectionBasic skill testOn-road driving test
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The School Bus Driver Training Course
20 hours of instruction14 hours of classroom instruction6 hours of in-bus training
In-bus training must be one-on-one with a certified instructor
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The School Bus Driver Training Course
There are two ways to complete the training:Complete the full 20 hours of instruction, then
attempt to pass the skills examinationComplete 10 hours of instruction (7 classroom, 3
in-bus) and attempt to pass the skills examination If successful, complete the remaining 10 hours of
instruction within 120 days
A Certificate of Completion Card will then be issued, keep it! You will need it for your skills exam.
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The School Bus Driver Training Course
Documentation for skills test:Valid driver’s licenseValid PA CDL learner’s permitValid Physical Examination Certificate (DL-742)Valid Certificate of Completion Card (DL-713)Current bus registrationProof of financial responsibility for busValid driver’s license for driver accompanying you
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The Skills Examination Will be Administered in Three Parts
First part – safety inspectionSecond part – basic skills testThird part – on-road driving test
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The Skills ExaminationThree attempts on a valid learner’s permitOne attempt a dayFailure of a portion requires retesting for just
that portionThree failed attempts requires a new
learner’s permit and all training requirements
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The Skills ExaminationSuccessfully completing the skills examination:
Passing result credited to your driving recordIf all minimum requirements are met, you will
receive a CDL with “S” and “P” endorsementsYou will receive a school bus endorsement card
(valid for approximately one year)If you successfully complete the skills
examination with only 10 hours of training:You have 120 days to complete the remaining 10
hours of training
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Health and Safety Requirements
GeneralDrug and alcohol testing for school bus
drivers
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Health and Safety Requirements: General
To establish fitness you must:Comply with PA Department of Health and
local regulations for communicable diseasesClean criminal history recordClean child abuse history recordLimited traffic violations or crashes recordedDrug-free and Alcohol-free when driving
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Drug and Alcohol Testing for School Bus Drivers
Required by Federal governmentDrug testing by urine sample for:
MarijuanaCocaineOpiatesAmphetaminesPhencyclidine
Alcohol testing by breath analysis
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Drug and Alcohol Testing for School Bus Drivers
Federal government requires:Pre-employment testingRandom testingPost-crash testingReasonable suspicion testingLocal policy dictates:
Return-to-duty testing Follow-up testing
State law requires testing after ALL Reportable crashes involving a school bus.
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Driver RecertificationRecertification Process in GeneralAnnual physical examinationChange of information on license
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Driver Recertification GeneralPA law requires recertification every 4 years10 hours of instruction
7 hours classroom instruction3 hours in-bus instruction
“S” endorsement skills and knowledge examTo be completed no more than 12 months
prior to expiration date of school bus endorsement card
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Annual Physical Examination
Annual requirementExamination by a health care providerSchool bus endorsement card will not be
renewed without physical exam
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Change of Information on LicenseNew camera card or photo license issued
when:Adding or deleting an endorsementRemoving a restrictionUpgrading class of license
When changing name or address on CDL or school bus endorsement card, submit form DL-80CD with appropriate fee
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Key Resource…
http://www.dmv.state.pa.us/centers/SchoolBusCenter.shtml