Nevada School Bus Driver Training Manual - 24-25 School Year

Sep 29, 2026

Nevada School Bus Driver Training Manual for the 24-25 school year sets statewide guidance for bus driver training in Nevada. It presents the vision, mission, and purpose aligned with Nevada statutes governing school administration supervision and bus driver qualifications. It identifies Nevada Department of Education leadership and acknowledges participating school districts and private transportation organizations. The manual outlines the approved curriculum structure covering theory instruction, ELDT requirements, and progressively detailed units on operations, safety procedures, advanced practices, vehicle systems, reporting malfunctions, and non-driving responsibilities, including compliance and post-crash processes.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryExam

FormatPDF

Pages284

Reading Time11 h 56 min

AccessFree to download

Class B / Endorsement (S) and (P) Theory Instruction Curriculum

ELDT Requirements

Section 1.1 Basic Operation

Unit 1.1.1 Orientation

Unit 1.1.2 Control Systems/Dashboard

Unit 1.1.3 Pre-and Post-Trip Inspections

Unit 1.1.4 Basic Control

Unit 1.1.5 Shifting/Operating Transmissions

Unit 1.1.6 Backing and Docking

Section 1.2 Safe Operating Procedures

Unit 1.2.1 Visual Search

Unit 1.2.2 Communication

Unit 1.2.3 Distracted Driving

Unit 1.2.4 Speed Management

Unit 1.2.5 Space Management

Unit 1.2.6 Night Operation

Unit 1.2.7 Extreme Driving Conditions

Section 1.3 Advanced Operating Practices

Unit 1.3.1 Hazard Perception

Unit 1.3.2 Skid Control/Recovery, Jackknifing, and Other Emergencies

Unit 1.3.3 Railroad-Highway Grade Crossing

Section 1.4 Vehicle Systems and Reporting Malfunctions

Unit 1.4.1 Identification and Diagnosis of Malfunctions

Unit 1.4.2 Roadside Inspections

Unit 1.4.3 Maintenance

Section 1.5 Non-Driving Activities

Unit 1.5.1 Handling and Documenting Cargo

Unit 1.5.2 Environmental Compliance Issues

Unit 1.5.3 Hours of Service Requirements

Unit 1.5.4 Fatigue and Wellness Awareness

Unit 1.5.5 Post-Crash Procedures

Unit 1.5.6 External Communications

Nevada School Bus Driver Training Manual 24-25 School Year NEVADA STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION 2024-2025 Members Dr. Katherine Dockweiler, President Tim Hughes, Vice President Tamara Hudson, clerk Dr. Tricia Braxton Danielle Ford Maggie Carlson Tate Else Stephanie Goodman Michael Keyes Angela Orr Mike Walker Vision Statement All Nevada students are equipped and feel empowered to attain their vision of success. Mission To improve student achievement and educator effectiveness by ensuring opportunities, facilitating learning, and promoting excellence. Purpose NRS 385.075 requires the State Board to establish policies to govern the administration of all functions of the State relating to supervision, management and control of public schools not conferred by law on some other agency. NRS 386.825 requires the State Board to adopt regulations for school bus driver qualifications and training. The Nevada School Bus Driver Training Manual is the State Board of Education approved training document for all school bus drivers in Nevada. The manual was last approved during a Nevada State Board of Education meeting. Nevada Department of Education Jhone M. Ebert Superintendent of Public Instruction Christy McGill Deputy Superintendent for Educator Effectiveness and Family Engagement Ann Marie Dickson Deputy Superintendent for Student Achievement Megan Peterson Deputy Superintendent for Student Investment LaNesha Battle Director, Office for a Safe and Respectful Learning Environment Christina Lufrano Program Officer, Pupil Transportation Acknowledgements The Nevada Department of Education acknowledges and thanks the following Nevada school districts and private school transportation personnel for their hard work and dedication in the development of the Nevada School Bus Driver Training Manual. Carson City School District Churchill County School District Clark County School District Douglas County School District Elko County School District Esmeralda County School District Eureka County School District Humboldt County School District Lander County School District Lincoln County School District Lyon County School District Mineral County School District Nye County School District Pershing County School District Pyramid Lake Storey County School District Washoe County School District White Pine County School District the Meadows School Yeshiva Day School Contents Class B / Endorsement (S) and (P) Theory Instruction Curriculum..........................7 ELDT Requirements ................................................................................................. 7 Section 1.1 Basic Operation ...................................................................................... 8 Unit 1.1.1 Orientation ............................................................................................... 8 Unit 1.1.2 Control Systems/Dashboard...................................................................37 Unit 1.1.3 Pre-and Post-Trip Inspections ................................................................41 Unit 1.1.4 Basic Control .........................................................................................54 Unit 1.1.5 Shifting/Operating Transmissions..........................................................62 Unit 1.1.6 Backing and Docking.............................................................................64 Section 1.2 Safe Operating Procedures ...................................................................69 Unit 1.2.1 Visual Search .........................................................................................69 Unit 1.2.2 Communication......................................................................................72 Unit 1.2.3 Distracted Driving..................................................................................75 Unit 1.2.4 Speed Management .......................

FAQs

What is the purpose of the Nevada School Bus Driver Training Manual?

It is the Nevada State Board of Education approved training document for school bus drivers in Nevada, aligned with statutory requirements related to school administration and bus driver qualifications and training.

Which major curriculum sections are included in the manual?

The manual organizes training into theory instruction and ELDT requirements, then covers basic operation, safe operating procedures, advanced operating practices, vehicle systems and reporting malfunctions, and non-driving activities.

What types of skills and responsibilities does the manual address under safe operation?

It includes visual search, communication, distracted driving, speed and space management, night operation, and extreme driving conditions, as well as related safety practices.

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