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CHECK UP AND MAINTENANCE
DAILY PRE-TRIP INSPECTION
Daily inspection of the bus should be done to make sure all safety equipment is available,
in good condition and will operate adequately if needed. Following inspection
procedures recommended by your chassis manufacturer should also be done before the
next trip.
Outside the bus:
Make sure the windshield, side and rear window as well as mirrors are clean to
provide clear vision.
Wipe clean all school bus stop sign and lights, as well a brake lights.
Check tire pressure and threads. Ensure all lug nuts are in place and screwed.
Adjust mirrors if needed
Ensure the tail pipe is not obstructed by snow or mud.
Inside the bus:
Make sure the aisle and steps are clear.
Make sure seats and floors are clean.
Make sure that all seat belts are fastened.
Make sure the first aid kit is in place.
Make sure the fire extinguisher is in place and check pressure.
Make sure all emergency exits (windows, doors and roof hatch) open and close
properly and buzzers activate when they are not fully closed.
Check passenger entrance door for proper operation.
Start the engine and check the following:
Ensure parking brake is on.
Check fuel gauge.
Open the hood, check and listen for trouble signs and check fluid levels.
Set and release the parking brake pedal to check for proper operation.
Check wipers, horn and defroster/heater blower to make sure they are working
properly.
Check right and left turn signals in front and rear, make sure tail lights are working.
Make sure hazard flashers are working
Check for correct operation of 8 way flashers, stop sign and crossing arm.
If the bus is equipped with a wheelchair lift, do a complete cycle to make sure it will
operate correctly if needed.
