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Throughout the video, we will remind drivers about the importance of thoroughness when performing the pre trip inspection.  \nThis comprehensive video will cover most of the procedures that school bus drivers must follow in preparing their bus at the beginning of each school day. However, please keep in mind, that whatever the policies of your school district are, you should always follow those policies. The material in this video is meant to supplement, not to replace hands on training.  \nThis reference guide will follow a normal procedure for the pre trip inspection. Keep in mind that each school district will have their own pattern of performing the pre trip inspection. Be sure to follow the guidelines set down by your district.  \nA state certified driver instructor, Michelle Fisher, will demonstrate the pre trip to a new school bus driver.  \nExamining the outside of the bus  \n1. Look for any visual damage-cracks in the windshield, dents on the side of the bus or any type of visual damage.  \n2. Do a complete walk around of the bus  \nCheck on safety items inside the bus  \n1. Make sure the bus is properly certified  \n2. Note the date when the bus was last inspected and when next inspection is due  \n3. Check the 1st aid kit and make sure it’s properly stocked  \n4. Check reflectors, they must be in good working condition  \n5. Check fire extinguisher: make sure it’s certified and check pin to make sure its okay  \n6. Follow your district’s policies for any additional interior items to be checked  \nChecking the Engine Compartment (1)  \nMany school transportation departments do the maintenance checks on each school bus. However, drivers should have a basic knowledge of where most of the components are located. Check with your supervisor for further information. **  \nChecking gauges and components inside the bus  \n1. Begin the procedure by starting the bus  \n2. Start on the left side of the compartment and work clockwise  \n3. List of gauges to activate and check: strobe light, defroster, fans, driver compartment lights, passenger lights in front, passenger lights in the rear, amp gauge, transmission fuel gauge, air compressor gauges; front and rear, fuel gauge, MPH gauge, RPM gauge, oil, water and volt gauge.  \n4. Additional gauges and components: headlights, high beams and make sure indicator is working, brake pedal, accelerator pedal, gear shift lever; shift gears to make sure they are working.  \n5. Additional items: Check indicators on red light crossovers, toggle switches for foot warmers and report any switches or component parts that aren’t working to your supervisor or bus mechanic.  \n6. Any switch that doesn’t light up may indicate a malfunction. Report it ASAP.  \n7. Check out controls on driver’s seat to see it’s working properly. An out of adjustment drivers seat, may prevent the driver from being able to see clearly into the mirrors.  \n8. Make sure the seat belt is working, check steering wheel to make sure there isn’t to much play in the wheel, and do a horn check.  \n9. There is a wide variation of the layout of switches and gauges on school buses. Before operating a new bus go over the configuration with your instructor. Not being aware of where switches and gauges are located can lead to accidents when a quick response to a situation is needed.  \nInspecting the exterior of the bus  \nIn this section the instructor will demonstrate that the bus must pass every test before it will be allowed to transport students. Also, the driver must report any item that isn’t working properly. It’s not enough to notice that there is a malfunction. The driver must proactively take action.  \nA. Driver’s Side of the Bus  \n1. Start with your clearance lights and your red light crossovers. 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