A disabled bus with riders on board should not be towed or pushed by another vehicle, unless it would be unsafe for the passengers to exit the bus in the location where it is stranded. If that is the case, the bus may be towed or pushed to a safe location for passengers to exit the bus.

After students have exited a bus at a school, the driver should walk through the bus to check for any remaining students who are hiding or sleeping. Drivers should also look out for items that students may have left behind.

If a school bus needs to be evacuated in the event of an emergency, the driver must quickly determine which exit or exits will be safest for students to use and direct the students to that exit.

A hazardous material will be placed into one of nine classes to explain the type of risks associated with the material.

If it is necessary to evacuate a school bus, students should be led by the driver in the direction of oncoming traffic to a safe location that is at least 100 feet off the road. This will help to ensure that they are not hit by flying debris if another vehicle hits the bus.

The outside right and left side convex mirrors on a school bus should be positioned so that the driver can see the fronts of the rear tires touching the ground; each side of the bus up to the mirror mounts; and at least one traffic lane on either side of the bus.

When arriving at a final destination or intermediate stop, a bus driver should remind passengers to take their belongings with them when exiting the bus. It is best for the driver to make this announcement before the bus comes to a complete stop.

A school bus should stop at least 10 feet away from students who are being picked up at a bus stop. This forces the students to walk toward the bus, allowing the driver to observe their movements and better monitor their locations.

When approaching a railroad crossing while driving a bus, you must stop between 15 and 50 feet from the nearest track to look and listen for any approaching trains. Only proceed once you are certain that there are no approaching trains. You do not need to stop at streetcar crossings; if a police officer or flagger is directing traffic; if there is a green traffic signal at the crossing; or at crossings marked "exempt" or "abandoned."

Crossover mirrors are used to help a school bus driver see the danger zone area directly in front of the bus, as well as the danger zone areas to the left and right sides of the bus, including the area from the front of the bus to the service door.

Buses must never transport labeled radioactive materials in the space occupied by people. Small arms ammunition labeled ORM-D, emergency hospital supplies, and medications are allowed.

The driver's seat on a bus must be equipped with a seat belt, which the driver should always use.

People sometimes damage unattended buses. Before driving a bus that has been unattended, you should check the interior to confirm that everything is in proper condition.

On a bus, all baggage and freight must be stored in a manner that allows the driver to move freely and easily; allows riders to exit by any window or door in the event of an emergency; and protects riders from injury if the items fall or shift.

If its Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) is not working, a vehicle will still retain its normal braking power. The driver should continue to drive and brake in a normal fashion.

Many charter and intercity carriers have rules about passengers smoking, drinking, and using music players while on the bus. Explaining passenger rules at the start of a trip is often an effective way to avoid trouble later on.

While emergency roof hatches on buses may be locked in partially-open positions to allow for the movement of fresh air, do not leave them open as a regular practice. It is important to remember that having a hatch open gives the bus a slightly higher clearance.

You should only sign a previous inspection report if defects were either noted and certified to have been repaired or if repairs were not needed.

Check all emergency exits before operating a bus. Never drive a bus with an open emergency exit door or window.

The mirrors of a bus should always be inspected before a trip. Adjust them as necessary before beginning to drive.