Series 1-12: Carrier Responsibilities

The “Carrier Responsibilities” chapter in the Alberta School Bus Practice Test details the duties and obligations of school bus operators and companies.

Alberta School Bus Test - SERIES 1-12: Carrier Responsibilities

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Which statement best summarizes the overall record-keeping responsibility of a carrier for school buses?

Store records informally with no retention period.

Record only major accidents and breakdowns.

Keep only driver names and license numbers on file.

Maintain complete written records of identification, inspections, maintenance, modifications, defect notices, and corrective work for at least five years.

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Which identifying information must be recorded for each bus?

Unit number (or manufacturer’s serial number), make, year of manufacture, and tire size.

Unit number and colour only.

Seating capacity and fuel type only.

License plate number and insurance company only.

3 / 12

Who is responsible for maintaining all required forms and submitting them to the carrier?

The operator.

The ticket agent.

The school principal.

The students’ parents.

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Which statement best describes a carrier’s maintenance and inspection program for school buses?

It must be in writing and provide for ongoing inspection, maintenance, and repair of all school buses.

It is only required for buses over a certain age.

It is optional if the buses pass annual government inspections.

It can be verbal as long as all drivers understand it.

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What must the operator ensure regarding pre-trip activities?

That pre-trip checks are done only once a month.

That pre-trip paperwork is completed only after the run.

That all pre-trip paperwork is complete

That only the mechanic signs off on trips.

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To which vehicles must the carrier’s maintenance and inspection program apply?

All commercial vehicles used by the carrier, including school buses.

Only buses that travel outside Albert

Only vehicles owned, not leased, by the carrier.

Only school buses newer than 10 years ol

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What details must be included in the record of inspections and maintenance for each bus?

Passenger complaints and suggestions.

Mechanic’s age, date of hire, and shop location.

Nature of the work, date of the work, and odometer reading at the time.

Estimated cost of repair and profit margin.

8 / 12

Which type of modification must be specifically recorded in the vehicle’s maintenance records?

Modifications involving axles or suspensions that affect the gross vehicle or axle weight rating.

Any change in paint colour.

Replacement of windshield wipers.

Installation of new seat covers.

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Where must the required maintenance and inspection records be located or made available?

At the mechanic’s personal residence.

At a central national office outside Albert

At or through the carrier’s main place of business in Albert

Only in the glove compartment of each bus.

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For how long must maintenance and inspection records for each bus be retained?

Only while the bus is in service.

Until the next annual audit.

At least five years from when they were created, established, or receive

At least one year from the last inspection.

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What must a carrier do with notices of defects received from the vehicle manufacturer?

Ignore them if the bus is still operating normally.

Forward them to passengers for information.

Discard them after verbally informing the driver.

Keep the notices and record the corrective work done on the vehicle in relation to those notices.

12 / 12

If the carrier is not the registered owner of a bus, what additional information must be kept?

The name of the previous owner three owners back.

The name of the person furnishing the vehicle.

The name of the mechanic who last inspected the bus.

The driver’s home address.

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Carriers are required to ensure that all vehicles are properly maintained, regularly inspected, and meet provincial safety standards. The chapter emphasizes the importance of driver training, record-keeping, and compliance with regulations regarding hours of service and licensing. Carriers must also implement safety policies, manage incident reports, and respond promptly to any issues. By fulfilling these responsibilities, carriers contribute to safe, reliable student transportation, demonstrating accountability and commitment to both public safety and the well-being of school communities.