California Special Drivers Certification Exam Practice Test- I

This practice test is designed to assist school bus drivers in studying for the California Special Drivers Certificate exam, administered by the California Highway Patrol. The content of this test is sourced from key study guides such as the West County Transportation Agency School Bus Drivers Classroom Manual, Passenger Transportation Safety Handbook 82.7, the California Commercial Driver Handbook, and the California Driver Handbook.

Edited by Me.bot Editorial Team Questions: 50 October 14, 2024

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1. What is the maximum speed limit for a school bus carrying students?

65 MPH

60 MPH

55 MPH

2. How many passengers, including the driver, is a Type 2 school bus designed to carry?

3. What is the maximum allowed air leakage with the engine off (brakes applied)?

1 PSI/min

2 PSI/min

3 PSI/min

4. How soon must proof of required training be submitted to CHP if missed?

10 days

20 days

30 days

5. A driver should not operate a vehicle if impaired by:

Fatigue

Illness

Any condition

6. DMV may refuse a school bus certificate except for:

Expired medical term

Drug/alcohol use

Safe driving record

7. A school bus must carry fire extinguishers with at least this rating:

4 BC

6 BC

8 BC

8. A school bus driver should prevent transporting:

Alcohol

Food

Soft drinks

9. Which materials may be allowed on a school bus?

Medically needed oxygen

Safety equipment

Hazardous materials

10. Drivers may refuse to transport which animals except:

Guide Dogs

Small pets

None

11. Smoking on a school bus is permitted when:

Never

No students

No passengers

12. Begin moving the school bus only when:

Passengers seated

Doors closed

Lights on

13. Reflectors should be placed on a highway at:

100 ft rear

200 ft rear

500 ft rear

14. Conduct school bus evacuations:

Every 6 months

Every year

Every 2 years

15. Utilize red cross-over lamps when:

Loading students

Escorting students

At all stops

16. School bus stops for loading/unloading are chosen by:

School District

CHP

Driver

17. A collision involving a school bus crossing is classified as:

Non-bus accident

Bus accident

Highway incident

18. At shift's end, a driver must:

Report vehicle condition

Report needed repairs

Check bus for issues

19. A school bus driver may not drive more than __ hours:

20. Drivers should only make repairs when:

Minor

Emergency

Authorized

21. Which agency sets school bus rules?

DMV

DOT

CHP

22. Use a stop sign when escorting:

Elementary pupils

All pupils

High school pupils

23. When transporting non-pupil groups, ensure:

Signs covered

Lights turned off

Warnings omitted

24. Before leaving the compartment, ensure:

Engine off

Parking brake set

Keys secured

25. Who cannot operate a school bus?

DMV official

Mechanic

Unqualified driver

26. Pupils should be left in custody of:

Official

Parent

Guard

27. Drivers can't work after being on duty for:

40 hours/6 days

60 hours/8 days

70 hours/8 days

28. Strobe lights may be used when visibility is:

Less than 400 ft

Less than 300 ft

Less than 250 ft

29. During darkness, the bus interior should be lit:

Always

When entering/exiting

When moving

30. Losing a certificate for DUI lasts for:

1 year

3 years

5 years

31. Drivers must be physically examined annually after age:

32. Operations may be stopped due to:

Weather

Road

Visibility

33. To drive a school bus, have these licenses:

DL-45

B License

P Endorsement

34. A driver's capability documented as:

Records

Proficiency log

Training sheet

35. Renew school bus certificates __ months prior:

36. A defensive driver's lead-time should be:

Decreased

Increased

Optimized

37. Adverse weather requires adjusting:

Perception

Skills

Tactics

38. Training for certificates is conducted by:

Certified Instructor

CHP Officers

Qualified Instructors

39. If involved in a hijacking:

Stay calm

Observe quietly

Follow instructions

40. At an intersection, proceed when:

Safe

Clear

Right of way

41. For additional driving time in bad conditions, extend by:

1 hour

2 hours

3 hours

42. Two factors preventing accidents are:

Braking & Perception

Alertness & Response

Skill & Awareness

43. When going downhill, avoid:

Neutral gear

Fast speeds

Hard braking

44. The bus Danger Zone extends ___ feet:

45. Most student accidents occur when:

Getting on/off

Inside bus

At stop

46. The most dangerous Danger Zone area is ___ feet:

47. If you miss a stop, you should:

Return to school

Find a safe stop

Proceed with caution

48. At a Railroad Crossing, activate lights ___ feet before:

200

300

500

49. When departing a stop, ensure:

All students counted

Brake released

Transmission engaged

50. Stop the bus with the front bumper at least ___ feet from students:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the California Special Drivers Certification Exam Practice Test- I?

The California Special Drivers Certification Exam Practice Test- I is a preparatory test designed for school bus drivers to help them study for the certification exam provided by the California Highway Patrol.

Which study guides are referenced in the California Special Drivers Certification Exam Practice Test- I?

The practice test references the West County Transportation Agency School Bus Drivers Classroom Manual, Passenger Transportation Safety Handbook 82.7, the California Commercial Driver Handbook, and the California Driver Handbook.

Who can benefit from the California Special Drivers Certification Exam Practice Test- I?

School bus drivers who are preparing for the California Special Drivers Certificate exam can significantly benefit from this practice test.

Where is the California Special Drivers Certificate exam administered?

The California Special Drivers Certificate exam is administered by the California Highway Patrol at various local offices.

Why use the California Special Drivers Certification Exam Practice Test- I for preparation?

Using the California Special Drivers Certification Exam Practice Test- I helps ensure familiarity with the exam content, derived from official guides, which can improve a driver's chances of passing the actual certification exam.

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