Unit F-1: Accident Prevention and Emergencies

The “Accident Prevention and Emergencies” section of the Manitoba School Bus Driver Test assesses drivers’ skills in maintaining student safety under all circumstances.

Manitoba School Bus Test - Unit F-3: Accident Prevention and Emergencies

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What is the first action to take if the engine stalls or must be shut off because of exhaust fumes entering the bus in cold conditions?

Close all windows and seal drafts with available material to maintain heat

Open all windows to clear the fumes and leave them open

Turn off all heating and leave drafts unsealed

Evacuate students into the blizzard

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In a split door evacuation, where does the driver position themselves?

Outside the front door

In the driver’s seat

At the rear emergency exit only

At the mid-point of the bus to direct students to front and rear exits

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Regardless of evacuation type, what does the driver do before leaving the bus?

Turns off the lights but leaves other equipment on

Ensures all passengers have evacuated and carries the first aid kit

Takes attendance while still on the bus

Closes all windows

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What is an important instruction for passengers using the rear emergency exit?

Each passenger should be two steps away from the rear of the bus before the next exits

Passengers should run immediately upon landing

Passengers should jump without assistance

Two passengers should exit at the same time

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When using the front service door evacuation, how should it be conducted?

Only if the rear door is blocked

Using routine unloading procedures but with more urgency

Only after all windows are opened

With no regard for seat order

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While at the accident scene, students should be released to others:

To any adult who claims to be a parent

Whenever students request to leave

Only when instructed by school administrators or when medical aid requires it

As soon as the parents arrive, without verification

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If the ABS warning light comes on and the ABS feature fails, what happens to the brakes?

Only the parking brake will function

Only one axle will have braking

All braking is lost

The standard foundation brakes still function normally

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If only partial brake failure has occurred, pumping the brake pedal may:

Cool the brakes instantly

Release the park brake

Automatically reset the brake computer

Achieve partial braking force

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What is a school bus driver’s responsibility regarding incidents and unusual circumstances on a route?

Report incidents only at the end of the school year

Report all incidents and out-of-the-ordinary circumstances to their supervisor

Report only collisions involving the bus

Only report incidents that cause visible injury

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When going into a steep ditch to avoid a collision, you should:

Enter at an angle so the bus does not overturn

Turn the engine off before entering

Enter straight on at full speed

Apply full throttle while entering

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After brake loss, when selecting a path to leave the traffic stream, what is your goal?

Aim for the smallest object in your path

Stop in the middle of the lane

Minimize injury and property damage

Reach the highest speed possible

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What is the main purpose of a split door evacuation?

To reduce wear on the front door

To practice using all exits

To keep younger students near the front

To evacuate students as quickly as possible due to immediate danger

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Which is one of the tasks the training program prepares school bus captains to do?

Turn off the ignition switch

Drive the bus if needed

Refill the fuel tank

Inspect the engine after a collision

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Which of the following is an early sign of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Sweating and rapid heartbeat

Sudden coughing and sneezing

Tightness across the forehead, headache, nausea, and dizziness

Shivering and muscle cramps

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If you experience a tire blowout, what should you do first?

Turn sharply onto the shoulder

Grip the steering wheel firmly and steer straight down the centre of your lane

Immediately slam on the brakes

Accelerate to stabilize the vehicle

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Why are school bus captains selected and trained?

To collect bus fare

Because the driver may be unable to direct the evacuation in an emergency

To replace the driver on long trips

To enforce seating charts

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After any use of the fire extinguisher, what must be done before the next run?

It must be placed in the rear of the bus

It must be turned upside down for storage

It must be recharged or replaced

It must be wiped clean only

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On some newer model buses, what is important to know about the park brake in motion?

It will lock the steering when applied

It may not be applied while the bus is in motion

It must always be applied to turn the bus

It will automatically apply in an emergency

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If a school bus contacts live power lines and there is no fire or obvious danger, what is the safest action?

Have students climb onto the roof

Evacuate immediately, touching the bus and ground together

Have students get off and walk to the nearest building

Keep students on the bus until help arrives

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If you must evacuate a bus in contact with power lines, how should students exit?

Climb down using metal parts for support

Step down normally holding the handrail

Slide down the side of the bus while touching it

Jump clear from the lowest step without touching the bus and ground at the same time

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If you must leave the road to avoid a crash, which type of object is suggested as preferable to sideswipe?

A roadside bush or snow bank

An oncoming vehicle

A bridge support

A deep, narrow ditch head-on

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During a rear emergency exit evacuation, when should passengers leave their seats?

Only when directed by the bus driver

Whenever they feel it is safe

As soon as they hear any noise outside

As soon as the bus stops moving

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Regarding seeking help if the two-way radio is inoperable, the driver should:

Ask all students to look for help in nearby buildings

Drive the damaged bus to the nearest police station

Not leave the bus unattended to go for help, and instead use a passenger’s cell phone if available

Leave the bus and walk to the nearest house for help

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Which is a requirement for school bus captains?

Live closest to the school

Be the oldest student on the bus

Be on the bus for the entire route

Sit in the front seat only

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Why should you avoid fully raising the hood during an under-hood fire?

It allows oxygen to feed the fire

It can block your view of traffic

It will waste extinguisher chemical

It might damage the hood hinges

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After a tire blowout and once under control, what should you do?

Stop in your lane without signalling

Turn off all exterior lights

Continue driving to the nearest garage without stopping

Activate the right turn signal, move right out of the lane, stop, and turn on hazard lights

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Which additional responsibility is given to school bus captains during an emergency?

Decide the bus route

Select new captains for future trips

Repair any minor bus damage

Account for all passengers

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What is one key action to “protect the scene” of an accident?

Let bystanders direct traffic

Turn off all lights so they don’t distract drivers

Immediately move all vehicles involved to the side of the road

Place triangular reflectors around the bus or evacuate the bus to prevent further injury

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How should you stand in relation to burning material when using a fire extinguisher, if possible?

Downwind from the burning material

With your back to the fire

Directly over the fire

Upwind from the burning material

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Where must the first aid kit be mounted on a school bus?

In the rear luggage compartment

On the exterior of the bus

In a location readily accessible to the driver

Under a student seat

Your score is

This section emphasizes proactive accident prevention by teaching defensive driving techniques, situational awareness, and safe driving practices in varying conditions. Drivers are also evaluated on their response to emergencies, such as collisions, fires, or vehicle malfunctions. Knowledge of proper evacuation procedures, first aid basics, and clear communication with emergency services is essential. Mastery of this section ensures drivers are prepared to prevent accidents and respond quickly, prioritizing the safety and well-being of all passengers.