Unit F-1: Accident Prevention and Emergencies

The “Accident Prevention and Emergencies” section of the Manitoba School Bus Knowledge Test focuses on essential safety practices for drivers.

Manitoba School Bus Test - Unit F-1: Accident Prevention and Emergencies

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Who should participate in school bus evacuation drills besides students?

Only other bus drivers

Only principals

Chaperones, parents, teachers, and principals

Only teachers

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In a fog patch that limits visibility, which lights should you use?

Parking lights only

Low beams and hazard-warning lamps

Interior lights to see better

High beams only

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Evasive action is best described as:

Turning off the road at any sign of danger

Always braking as hard as possible

Using fundamental driving manoeuvres under conditions of stress

Relying on other drivers to avoid you

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What is the driver’s role during a bus evacuation?

Exit first to call emergency services

Stand outside and watch students evacuate

Assign a student to be the last person off

Stay on the bus to oversee evacuation and be the last person out after all students exit

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On a divided highway, how far from the rear of the bus is the third triangular reflector placed?

3 metres from the rear of the bus

100 metres from the rear of the bus

30 metres from the rear of the bus

60 metres from the rear of the bus

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Which exits should be practiced during emergency evacuation drills?

Front service door, rear emergency exit door, and split door evacuation

Only emergency windows

Only the rear emergency exit door

Only the front service door

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To ensure a safe exit during evacuation, what must passengers do with their belongings?

Place belongings in the aisle

Pass belongings out the window

Leave all belongings on the bus

Hold all belongings tightly

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During a skid, what happens that makes normal control of the bus more difficult?

The engine automatically shuts off

The mirrors become unusable

Tires lose traction with the road surface

The steering wheel locks in place

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Defensive driving helps avoid many emergencies. Which of the following is NOT listed as part of defensive driving?

Ignoring minor vehicle defects until inspections

Proper observation

A well-maintained vehicle

Good driving habits

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How should the reflective side of the triangular reflectors be positioned?

Toward oncoming traffic

Facing upward

Toward the bus

Toward the shoulder of the road

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Before participating in evacuation drills, students must:

Pass a written test on bus mechanics

Obtain parental written permission

Watch a video but receive no instruction

Be instructed in school bus passenger safety and procedures

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During a mechanical breakdown, when should students be taken off the bus?

Only when another bus has arrived

Only if the location of the bus is unsafe

Immediately, regardless of conditions

Only if the weather is warm

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What is the recommended time interval per passenger for an efficient evacuation?

10 seconds per passenger

1 second per passenger

2 to 2½ seconds per passenger

5 seconds per passenger

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Where should “helpers” be positioned during a rear emergency door evacuation?

Sitting in the front seats

Outside the rear emergency door, one on each side

In the middle of the bus aisle

At the front service door

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On a non-divided roadway, how far from the rear of the bus should the third triangular reflector be placed?

30 metres from the rear of the bus

3 metres from the rear of the bus

60 metres from the rear of the bus

100 metres from the rear of the bus

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Response to emergency driving situations must become automatic primarily because:

Students can help take corrective action

There is limited time available for evasive action

Traffic laws require automated responses

The bus’s electronic systems will take over

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Which single action is described as most effective in an emergency to ensure you remain in control of the school bus?

Leave your seat belt off in case you need to exit quickly

Reduce your speed by 10 km/h

Buckle your seat belt every time the bus is in operation

Keep both hands on the lower part of the steering wheel

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In the event of a mechanical failure or breakdown, where should you stop the bus?

Wherever the bus first begins to slow

In the middle of the lane

In the nearest driveway

On the shoulder or as far to the right as possible

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What should you do if your headlights fail while driving?

Immediately pull the parking brake

Turn off the ignition and coast to a stop

Turn on high beams repeatedly

Press the dimmer switch and activate hazard-warning lamps

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When a school bus must be evacuated for any reason, where should students assemble?

On the road shoulder beside the bus

Directly behind the bus

In a safe area at least 30 metres/100 feet from the bus

In front of the bus on the roadway

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Which action should you take first if your windshield becomes suddenly obscured by heavy rain or snow?

Speed up to clear the area

Immediately stop in your lane

Look out the left and right windows to maintain a sense of direction

Turn off all lights to reduce glare

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Where should school bus evacuation drills be conducted?

Only inside a school gym

In restricted off-street areas such as bus loops or parking lots with restricted traffic

Anywhere the bus happens to be at the time

On busy streets to simulate real conditions

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How often must school bus evacuation drills be held each school year?

Every month

At least once in the fall term and once in the spring term

Only once in the spring term

Only once in the fall term

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On a non-divided roadway, where should the first triangular reflector be placed?

3 metres behind the bus

3 metres in front of the bus

30 metres behind the bus

30 metres in front of the bus

25 / 30

In severe fog, the safest practice is to:

Follow closely behind the vehicle ahead

Continue at normal speed to maintain schedule

Turn off all exterior lights

Steer the bus off the road and park as far off the road surface as possible

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What is the primary duty of pre-assigned “leaders” in an evacuation?

Help passengers step down from the rear door

Lead passengers to a safe point at least 30 metres/100 feet from the bus

Operate the front service door only

Take attendance on the bus

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After stopping for a mechanical breakdown, what should you do to warn other road users?

Wave a flashlight out the window

Flash headlights rapidly

Have students stand behind the bus

Place triangular reflectors on the roadway

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Which of the following is listed as one of the seven emergency driving situations?

Broken mirror

Low fuel warning

Dirty interior

Contact with power lines

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Who should be contacted after a mechanical breakdown occurs?

The nearest gas station

Parents of students on the route

Appropriate school division authorities with location and description of breakdown

A local towing company directly, without informing anyone else

30 / 30

Where are triangular reflectors typically stored on a school bus?

In the luggage bays

Under the rear seats

In the engine compartment

In a container in the driver’s compartment or near the rear emergency door

Your score is

It tests understanding of defensive driving, hazard recognition, and emergency procedures. Drivers must know how to prevent accidents through proper observation, maintaining safe distances, and managing speed in various conditions. The section also reviews responses to emergencies, such as breakdowns, collisions, or fires. Drivers are expected to demonstrate knowledge of evacuation procedures, communication protocols, and first aid basics. Mastery of this section ensures drivers are well-prepared to protect students and respond effectively in unexpected situations, promoting safety on every route.