Training Refresh

Where is the best place to store your bus's extension cord?

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Answer explanation

Please make sure the extension cord is placed in one of the closeable cubbies.

Do not place them.....

In the chock block cubby

On the wheel well

or on the floor

What are 3 things you should check before closing down your bus?

• Your text messages.

• wipers are off

• heaters are off

• you have no broken lenses.

• switches are off

Answer explanation

With the power on, it is important to check to make sure your switches are off. The off position on many of the switches are in different locations so the only way you can be sure that you shut everything down is by listening and looking for sounds and lights.

What is an appropriate topic for radio usage

• a non UTS vehicle in a bus stop

• a mechanical issue with your bus

• Driving conditions are tight but passable

• An obstacle/hazard unrelated to our service

• Warning dispatcher that you might be late on your route

Answer explanation

Keep all communication short and sweet.

When thinking about using the two-way radio, ask yourself....

Is what I'm about to say necessary and relevant?

Remember, each of our drivers are exceptional, observant, smart and highly trained. It is not always necessary to announce on the radio things to "watch out" for or try to predict what might happen in the future.

Especially now that we have the iPads, try to keep all connector spacing chatter off of the radio.

When closing down your bus you should.....

(pick all that apply)

• remove all of your trash

• Fill DEF , if applicable when 75% full or less

• snap chat your friends

• sweep your bus

• shut all windows and hatches

Answer explanation

In addition to the checklist, make sure check your vehicle for new leaks and other damage. This notifies the dispatcher and the garage of new defects before the bus is assigned in the morning.

Whenever you get out of the driver's seat, how should you position your seat and wheel?

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Answer explanation

Please make sure you push your seat back and tilt your steering wheel up every time you get out of your seat, that way everyone can get into the seat. This is especially important when air is drained from the system after the bus has been parked for awhile and the seat will no longer move.

Which of these images shows the correct use of wheelchair tie-downs?

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Answer explanation

The tie-down straps should angle upward at approximately 45^o from the floor. Securing them to a solid welded part of the wheelchair.

The rear tie-downs must be between the back wheels.

The front tie-downs angle out wider than the front wheels.

You must use 4 tie-downs every time you secure a wheelchair or scooter.

The wheelchair must always face forward!

What is the correct way to store tie-downs while no wheelchair is in the van?

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Answer explanation

The wheel chair tie-downs should always be stored in the grey box in the back of the van whenever they are not actively securing a wheel-chair.