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DOCUMENT RESUMECE 056 171ED 325 644TITLEINSTITUTIONREPORT NOPUB DATENOTEAVAILABLE FROMCalifornia's Bus Driver's Training Course.Instructor's Manual.California State Dept. of Education, Sacramento.ISBN-0-8031-0897-790524p.Bureau of Publications, Sales Unit, CaliforniaDepartment of Education, P.O. Box 271, Sacramento, CA98502-0271 ( 17.00).PUS TYPEGuides - Classroom Use - Guides (For Teac)'iers)-- Tests/Evaluation Instruments (160)EDRS PRICEDESCRIPTORSMFC2 Plus Postage. PC Not Available from EDRS.*Bus Transportation; Classroom Techniques; *DriverEducation; Instructional Materials; *Lesson Plans;Postsecondary Education; Safety Education; *SchoolBuses; State Programs; *Student Transportation;*Teaching Methods; Vehicular TrafficCaliforniaIDENTIFIERS(052)ABSTRACTThis instructor's manual was designed to helpgraduates of the California Bus Driver Instructor Course provideeffective instruction to school bus driver trainees. It containsenough material for 20-30 hours of classroom training. Theinformation is organized in 12 instructional units that cover thefollowing topics: introduction to the course; driver's license andspecial certificate requirements; bus operation, use, laws, andregulations; vehicle components; general defensive drivingtechniques; specialized defensive driving techniques; passengerloading and unloading; emergency procedures; passenger management;activity trips; the special needs passenger; and public and communityrelations. Each unit includes an outline of the lesson plans in it,notes to the instructor, content information, handouts, and pretestsand unit test. A final unit of the guide provides additionalinformation for the instructor on teaching the course, such asmaterials needed to conduct classes, classroom arrangement, lessonplanning and teaching techniques, and tests and answer keys. (KC)**Reproductions supplied by EDRS are the best that can be madefrom the original document.

INSTRUCTOR'S MANUAL FOR CALIFORNIA'SBUS DRIVER'S TRAINING COURSEPrepared under the direction ofRon Kinney, SupervisorSchool TransportationCalifornia Department of Education

Publishing InformationThis document, which was funded with federal funds, was prepared andpublished by the California Department of Education, 721 Capitol Mall,Sacramento, California (mailing address: P.O. Box 944272, Sacramento,CA 94244-2720). It was distributed under the provisions of the LibraryDistribution Act and Government Code Section 110%.Copyright C) 1990, California Department of EducationCopies of this publication are available for 17 each, plus sales tax forCalifornia residents, from the Bureau of Publications, Sales Unit,California Department of Education, P.O. Box 271, Sacramento, CA95802-0271.A complete list of publications available from the Department may beobtained by writing to the address given above or by calling the Sales Unitat (916) 445-1260.Instructors are authorized to reproduce, without prior approval,the material in this guide for use in classroom or behind-the-wheelinstruction.ISBN 0-8011-0897-7

IONLesson Plan Outline1-2Course Familiarization1-4Purpose and Objectives1-5Professional Driver1-5Governing Board1-6Materials1-6Attendance and Grading System1-7Behind-the-Wheel Training1-7State Agency Responsibilities1-7Course Curricula1-9Pretest - School Bus1-12SPAB1-17Transit Bus1-21Farm Labor Vehicle1-24DRIVER'S LICENSE AND SPECIAL CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTSLesson Plan Outline - School Bus11-2School Bus Supplement11-3Pretest and Unit Test - School Bus11-5Lesson Plan Outline - SPAB11-7SPAB Supplement11-8Pretest and Unit Test - SPABII-10Lesson Plan Outline - Transit Bus11-12Transit Bus Supplement11-13Pretest and Unit Test - Transit Bus11-22iii

Lesson Plan Outline - Farm Labor VehicleII-25Farm Labor Vehicle Supplement11-26Pretest and Unit Test - Farm Labor11-27BUS OPERATION, BUS USE, BUS LAWS AND REGULATIONSSchool Bus Supplement Outline111-2School Bus Supplement111-3Types of Buses111-3Pretest and Unit Test111-8SPAB Supplement OutlineIII-10SPAB SupplementIII-11SPAB Pretest and Unit Test111-14Transit Bus Supplement Outline111-16Transit Bus Supplement111-17Transit Bus Pretest and Test111-20Farm Labor VehicJe Supplement Outline111-22Farm Labor Vehicle Supplement111-23Farm Labor Vehicle Pretest and Test111-25VEHICLE COMPONENTSPart 1Lesson Plan missionIV-13Drive ShaftIV-15Drive-shaft GuardsIV-15Differential and Rear AxleIV-15Front AxleIV-16Steering MechanismIV-17iv

BrakesIV-17TiresIV-27EAKt aDual Air SystemIV-30Antiskid Brake SystemIV-32DD2 and DD3 Brake SystemIV-33Front Wheel Limiting ValveIV-34Automatic TransmissionIV-34Two-speed Rear AxleIV-37Clutch BrakeIV-38Engine or Exhaust Brake OperationIV-38Electric Drive-shaft RetarderIV-40Three-axle BusIV-41RadiosIV-42Public Address SystemIV-42AM and FM RadioIV-43Two-way RadiosIV-43Pretest and Unit testIV-47GENERAL DEFENSIVE DRIVING TECHNIQUESLesson Plan OutlineV-3Basic RequirementsV-5Driver's SeatV-5Driver's ViewV-5Perception FactorV-5Conditioning Through RepetitionV-6Sensor DevicesV-7Conditioned Responses.V-8Accident-prone DriversV-8Principles of Defensive DrivingV-9

Defensive DrivingV-10Safety CircleV-10Driver ConditionV-13Mechanical Condition of Yourl3usV-16Following DistanceV-17Visual Lead TimeV-18Reaction Time and Stopping DistanceV-18Space CushionV-21Steering and TurningV-21IntersectionsV-26Curves and HillsV-30BicyclesV-32AnimalsV-33Traffic Symbols, Signals, and SignsV-33Nonverbal CommunicationV-37Accident ReviewsV-38Railroad Grade CrossingsV-44Pretest and Unit TestV-55SPECIALIZED DEFENSIVE DRIVING TECHNIQUESLesson Plan OutlineVI-2Adverse Weather ConditionsVI-4Winter DrivingVI-9Tire ChainsVI-10Light ConditionsVI-11Night Driving ProceduresVI-13Interior LightingVI-14Tire BlowoutVI-14Skid ControlVI-14v i",

Unexpected HazardsVI-16Freeway DrivingVI-21Pretest and Unit TestVI-23PASSENGER LOADING AND UNLOADINGLesson Plan OutlineVII-2Required EquipmentVII-3School Bus StopsVII-3Prohibited Stopping, Standing, or ParkingVII-7Unlawful Passing of School BusVII-11Driver ResponsibilityVII-13Passenger Loading (Right Side)VII-13Red Light Crossover, LoadingVII-15Red Light Crossover, UnloadingVII-20Escorting PupilsVII-21Red Light Crossover, Loading (Unescorted)VII-21Red Light Crossover, Unloading (Unescorted) VII-22Hazardous Loading/Unloading ConditionsVII-24School Site Loading/Unloading ZonesVII-26Special Needs PassengersVII-28General RegulationsVII-31Transit Bus Loading and UnloadingVII-33Accident ProblemsVII-35Pretest and Unit TestSchool BusVII-38SPABVII-40Transit BusVII-42Farm LaborVII-44vii,r)

EMERGENCY PROCEDURESLesson Plan OutlineVIII-2ObjectivesVIII-4Equipment RequiredVIII-4Fire ExtinguisherVIII-5Classification of FiresVIII-7Dry Chemical ExtinguisherVIII-8First-aid KitsVIII-10Red Emergency ReflectorsVIII-11FuseesVIII-14Mechanical Breakdown ProceduresVIII-16Driver Responsibilities During AccidentsVIII-18Accident ProceduresVIII-20Vehicle Evacuation RegulationsVIII-22Bus Evacuation RegulationsVIII-24Safe Riding PracticesVIII-25Evacuation ProceduresVIII-26Hijacking and KidnappingVIII-40Special ProblemsVIII-42Hazardous MaterialsVIII-44Required ActionVIII-45Emergency Procedures - HazardousMaterialsPretest and Unit TestVIII-46VIII-49PASSENGER MANAGEMENTLesson Plan OutlineIX-2Behavior CurveIX-3Characteristics of Group BehaviorIX-11Elements of Group BehaviorIX-13Techniques of Group ControlIX-14viii

Establishing a Mutual RelationshipWith PassengersIX-16SChool Bus Transportation Behavior Problems IX-17Bus Safety RulesXX-20Do's and Don'ts of Pupil ManagementIX-20DisciplineIX-21Authority of DriverIX-23Denial of TransportationIX-23Board PoliciesIX-24Parent ResponsibilitiesIX-24Teacher ResponsibilitiesIX-25Pupil ResponsibilitiesIX-26Driver ResponsibilitiesIX-26Pretest and Unit TestIX-28ACTIVITY TRIPSLesson Plan OutlineX-2What Is an Activity Trip7X-3Activity Trip TrainingX-3AccidentsX-3Basic Driving RequirementsX-5Different Situations to Be Aware ofActivity Trip PlanningX-7Driver's ResponsibilityX-8Communication with Adult and PupilPassengersX-9Transporting of Extra EquipmentX-9Responsibilities on Arrival and Return TripRest, Food, or Fueling StopsX-10Pretest and Unit TestX-12ixX-7X-11

THE SPECIAL NEEDS PASSENGERLesson Plan OutlineXI-2Special Education TerminologyXI-4Rapid Expansion of Special EducationTransportationXI-6Type of r PatternsXI-19Policy and ResponsibilitiesXI-20Legal Context of Transportation ofHandicapped StudentsXI-21Legal ReferenceXI-24Confidentiality of Pupil's RecordsXI-31Driver's ResponsibilitiesXI-33Behavior ManagementXI-35Parents' ResponsibilitiesXI-42Bus Evacuation for Special EducationPupilsXI-43Wheelchair TrainingXI-45Pretest and Unit TestXI-50PUBLIC AND COMMUNITY RELATIONSLesson Plan OutlineXII-2Note to the InstructorXII-3IntroductionXII-3Importance of Driver in Public RelationsXII-5Meaning of Public RelationsXII-5Driver AttitudeXII-6Passengers' FeelingsXII-7Community RelationsXII-8Public and Community RelationsXII-812111

Special People, Special NeedsXII-10Pretest and Unit TestXII-12MISCELLANEOUS SECTIONMaterials Needed to Conduct Class14-3Classroom Arrangement14-4Instructor Requirements - Classroom14-5Points for Instructors14-6Lesson Planning and Teaching Techniques14-7Classroom Critique14-15Specialized Vehicle Driver Training Courses(Education Code)14-17Special Education Supplement14-27Media Supplement14-31Self-assessment Plan, School TransportationImprovement Guide14-39Commercial Driver Supplement14-43Medical Examination Report, DL-51M-49Training Records - T-02, T-03M-51School Bus Driver Final Test and KeyM-55School Pupil Activity Bus Driver (SPAB)Final Test and KeyTransit Bus Driver Final Test and KeyM-6514-75Farm Labor Vehicle Driver Final Testand KeyM-83xi

PREFACEAs a graduate of the California Bus Driver Instructor Course, you enjoy the unique privilege of beingthe most important person in the statewide training program designed for professional bus drivers.The information, attitudes, and ideas you impart to your students each time you present this coursewill give your graduates the insight they will need to avoid costly and tragic accidents.The success of California's Bus Driver Instructor Training Program depends on your cooperativeefforts in working with your employer and sharing your experiences in a positive, enthusiastic way.As a graduate of the Instructor Training Program, you are to be congratulated on the challenging andrewarding role you have assumed in the cause of transportation safety.The instructor's manual has been designed to assist you in providing effec.ive instruction to busdriver trainees. It contains more material than can be covered in a 20-hour classroom trainingprogram. In fact, as much as 30 hours may be required to cover the material in the manualeffectively. The manual should be used as a guide supplemented by additional information relatedto the 12 units. It is designed to be used as a lesson plan to instruct new and renewal applicants.Some of the topics may not apply to all operationc For thic reacon, leccon planning that inchitiotthe presentation of the subject matter is necessary. Also, a classroom renewal course will requireadditional lesson planning to adjust for the type of program being offered.Before instructing any class, prepare yourself by studying the material to be presented. Use thereference column for teaching hints and notes. In addition the manual includes a miscellaneoussection that contains specialized information and forms. Teaching is a rewarding experience whenboth the instructor and students enjoy the exchange of learning.ROBERT W. AGEERON KINNEYDeputy SuperintendentSupervisorfor Field ServicesSchool Transportation11

ACKNOWLEDGMENTSThis publication was prepared under the direction of Ron Kinney,The contributions of theSupervisor of School Transportation.individuals listed here are deeply appreciated.TECHNICAL ADVISORSStan DeHartInstructor/CoordinatorCalifornia Departmentof EducationLarry SherrillInstructor/CoordinatorCalifornia Departmentof EducationJim GarrityInstructor/CoordinatorCalifornia Departmentof EducationJim StewartInstructor/CoordinatorCalifornia Departmentof EducationNikki HughesInstructor/CoordinatorCa]ifornia Departmentof EducationJim WolfeInstructor/CoordinatorCalifornia Departmentof EducationKirk HunterInstructor/CoordinatorCalifornia Departmentof -ducationGary Roberts (Retired)Instructor/CoordinatorCalifornia Departmentof EducationCLERICAL SUPPORTMary LewisOffice AssistantSchool TransportationCalifornia Departmentof EducationBonnie BaconOffice TechnicianSchool TransportationCalifornia Departmentof EducationxivLI

INSTRUCTOR'S MANUALFORCALIFORNIA'S BUS DRIVER'S TRAINING COURSEUNIT IINTRODUCTION

CONTENTSPAGELESSON PLAN OUTLINE1-2COURSE FAMILIARIZATION1-4PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES1-5PROFESSIONAL DRIVERI-5GOVERNING BOARD1-6MATERIALS1-6ATTENDANCE AND GRADING SYSTEM1-7BEHIND-THE-WHEEL TRAINING1-7STATE AGENCY RESPONSIBILITIES1-7COURSE CURRICULA1-9SCHOOL BUS1-9SPAB1-10TRANSIT BUS1-10FARM LABOR VEHICLEI- 1 1PRETEST - SCHOOL BUS1-12TEST SUMMARY AND KEYI-15PRETEST - SPAB1-17TEST SUMMARY AND KEY1-19PRETEST - TRANSIT BUS1-21TEST SUMMARY AND KEY1-23PRETEST - FARM LABOR VEHICLE1-24TEST SUMMARY AND KEY1-2617I- 1

CONTENTREFERENCEINTRODUCTIONLESSON PLAN Course durationPurpose and objectivesState and local responsibilitiesCourse curriculaAttendance and grading systemsPretest administration and analysisVISJIMI.1.111Gb;1.2.3.Explain state and local responsibility and goal to reduce accidents.Explain unit curricula.Administer pretest and analyze results to determine instructionalpriorities.COURSE SCHEDULE AND RUCTIONAL DELIVERY:Lecture, discussion, and test1-2i3

CONTENTEQUIPMENT AND INSTRUCTIONAL AIDS:Overhead projector, slide projector, videos, chalkboard, flip-chart, VCR,charts, chalk, model busHANDOUTS:Sign-in sheetCourse scheduleCalifornia Driver HandbookPassemeuTransDortation Safety HandbookHEAD INSTRUCTOR, SUPPORT INSTRUCTOR, AND RESOURCEPERSONNEL:All personnel involved in the course should be present for this lesson.The lesson will be presented by the head instructor with support andresource personnel assisting with handouts and pretest analysis.SUPPLEMENTS:Instructors are to instruct all appropriate materials in this unit. There aresupplements and outlines for the different types of special certificates.

CONTENTREFERENCECOURSE FAMILIARIZATIONSchool BusPLACE YOUR NAME ON THE BOARD.SPABTransitI would like to take this opportunity to welcome each and every one ofFarm '.aboryou to our course, conducted by (NAME OF ORGANIZATION).First, I would like to introduce myself. (BRIEFLY TELL ABOUTYOURSELF. )At this time I will pass around a sign-up sheet for the purpose ofkeeping attendance records. Please fill in your name, youraddress, and the telephone number at which you can be reached.We will notify you if there should be a change in class time.As the sign-up sheet is being passed around, I'm going to ask each ofyou to stand and introduce yourself to the rest of the class and tell us alittle about yourself.PASS A SIGNUP SHEET AROUND THE CLASS.ASK THESTUDENTS TO PRINT.WRITE THE DAYS AND TIMES OF CLASSES ON THEBOARD.Our class will meet on (DAY OF WEEK) for (NUMBER OF DAYSOR WEEKS) beginning at (TIME). Please try to be on timebecause we are on a schedule and we have a lot of material to cover.The total classroom time will be (NUMBER) hours. QUESTIONSThere will be a short(TIME)breakforat(LENGTH OF TIME).For those of you who are not familiar with this building, the restroomsare (GIVE LOCATION).I-420

CONTENTREFERENCEI suggest that each of you bring a notebook to class so that you cantake notes as we go along. These notes will be of value to you at testtime and also in the future, when you may wish to review what hasbeen covered in this course.QUESTIONSWe are allowed the use of thne facilities by (NAME OFORGANIZATION) and we are to abide by their rules. They are asfollows. (GIVE RULES.)Please, always sit in the seat in which you are now seated. I ammaking a seating chart to help me learn your names.rIIRPDSE AND OBJECTIVESThe purposes of this course are as follows:I.To provide you with the information you will need to become aprofessionaldriver.2.To provide you with the knowledge that you will need as adriver to ensure rfficient and safe transportation in this state.3.To provide you with proper training that will enable you to passthe state-required driver examinations.4.To provide you with up-to-date information and materials.5.To reduce vehicle accidents and injuries.PROFESSIONAL DRIVEREXPLAIN: WHAT A PROFESSIONAL DRIVER IS.Driving a bus is much different from driving a car or truck. Specialskills and judgments are necessary. The course you are about totake was prepared especially for bus drivers, not for ti uck drivers orautomobile drivers. Through this course you will become aprofessional driver.1-521

rONTENTRETERENCRUpon successful completion of both the classroom and behind-thewheel training course, you will be prepared to take the state-requiredexaminations necessary to obtain a California Special Driver's Certificate.School busSPABTo become a school bus or school pupil activity bus driver, you mustknow many things about the pupil transportation system in Californiaand about the plan that has been devised in California to ensure safetransportation of pupils.GOVERNING BOARDSchool BusSPABSchool busSPABThe governing board of any school district may provide for thetransportation of pupils to and from school whenever in the judgmentof the board such transportation is advisable and good reasons existtherefor.The large number of pupils transported daily throughout the statepresents a safety problem that requires state regulation and control.To ensure safe transportation for our pupils, a plan has been developedwhereby the California Department of Education, the Department ofthe California Highway Patrol, and the Department of Motor Vehiclesendeavor to guarantee safety in pupll transportation so far as it ispossible.MATERIALSHANn AIIT meTroTel c.At this time, I would like to show you the study materials that will beused during this course.The latest edition of the California Driver Handbook2.The latest edition of the Passenger Transportation SafetyHandbook (HPH 82.7)3.The latest edition of the Commercial Driver Handbook.(To be used in the transit bus driver training course only.)1

REFERENCECrNTEMOther forms and workbooks will be handed out as they are required ineach lesson. These materials are the primary ones that we will beworking with, so please bring them with you to each session.ATTENDANCE AND GRADING SYSTEMEXPLAIN THAT THE GRADING SYSTEM PERTAINS TOCLASSROOM INSTRUCTION ONLY.IF YOUR CLASS ISSET UP TO INCLUDE BEHINDTHEWHEEL TRAINING,SET THE HOURS AND CONDITIONS.One hundred percent attendance is mandatory during this trainingcourse. If it is necessary to miss a class due to an emergency, you maymake up the class with my approval. If you do not complete the coursesuccessfully the first time, it may be repeated.You will be given a proficiency test at the end of each unit of study.A passing grade of 70 percent must be acl,:!ved to continue the course.If you miss more than six questions on the final exam, you will fail thecourse. Should this occur, you may retake the test by makingarrangements with me. If you fail the exam the second time, you mustretake the entire course.DEHIND-THE-WHEEL TRAINIMBehind-the-wheei training requires at ieasthours ofinstruction from a certified instructor or a delegated behind-the-wheeltraincr.STATE AGENCY RESPONSIBILITIESCALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATIONThe Department of Education is responsible for approving all coursesof study and training activities for California school

ED 325 644. CE 056 171. TITLE. California's Bus Driver's Training Course. Instructor's Manual. INSTITUTION. California State Dept. of Education, Sacramento. REPORT NO ISBN-0-8031-0897-7. PUB DATE 90 NOTE 524p. AVAILABLE FROM. PUS TYPE. EDRS PRICE. DESCRIPTORS. Bureau of Publications, Sales Unit, California Department of Education, P.O. Box 271 .

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