Bus passengers should not be allowed to leave items in the aisle or doorways of the bus. All baggage and cargo must be secured in a manner that will allow passengers to exit the bus by any door or window in the event of an emergency.

There may be a delay of a few seconds between the sound of a tire failing and the time that the vehicle is affected by the tire failure. Because of the short delay, a driver may initially believe that the sound came from another vehicle.

Before slowing down, it is a good idea to flash your brake lights by lightly tapping your brake pedal a few times. This will warn drivers behind you of your plans to slow down.

You should make frequent mirror checks to monitor the traffic around you. This should help you notice if surrounding vehicles begin to move into your blind spots.

If a pre-trip inspection reveals a load to be oversize, the driver must confirm that all required signs, flags, lamps, and reflectors are safely and properly mounted, and that and all required permits are in their possession.

Buses must never carry labeled radioactive materials in the area occupied by passengers.

To avoid engaging in dangerous and aggressive driving behavior, you should relax and accept any delays that arise throughout a trip. To help avoid the stress of arriving late to a destination, plan for likely delays when planning your drive.

The only effective way to deal with drowsiness while driving is to stop and sleep. Caffeine or other stimulant drugs may help you stay awake, but they will not keep you alert. You will likely end up being even more tired when the artificial stimulants begin to wear off.

To correct a drive-wheel braking skid, you should first remove your foot from the brake pedal to allow the locked wheels to begin rolling again. Quickly steer in the direction you want to go, then countersteer to prevent your vehicle from skidding in the opposite direction.

Fog can quickly deteriorate drivers' ability to see the road, other drivers, and other hazards. Avoid driving in fog if at all possible.

When driving during the winter, it is particularly important that your tires have adequate tread. You need a tread depth of at least 4/32 of an inch in every major groove on the front tires, and at least 2/32 of an inch on the back tires. Check the tread depths by using a gauge.

Low beam headlights allow you to see about 250 feet ahead of your vehicle. When driving at night, adjust your speed so that you will be able to stop in the distance illuminated by your headlights.

Signal well in advance of a turn so drivers behind you are aware of your intentions. Keep the signal on throughout the turn and turn it off once the turn is complete.

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

Drivers who are holding conversations with others may not be paying full attention to the road and may make unsafe moves. Children do not always pay attention to traffic and may dart into the road without looking. Exercise caution when driving near road workers. This helps to keep the workers and other distracted drivers safe.

Defects in an exhaust system are very dangerous because they can cause poisonous fumes to enter the cab or sleeper berth.

If your vehicle begins to hydroplane, do not apply the brakes. Instead, release the accelerator and push in the clutch. This will slow down your vehicle and help it regain traction.

Buses may never be used to transport radioactive materials. Division 2.3 poison gas, liquid Class 6 poisons, tear gas, and irritating materials are also not permitted to be carried by bus.

When turning or changing lanes, you should signal early and signal continuously. Cancel your turn signal once the turn or lane change is complete.

Small arms ammunition labeled ORM-D, emergency hospital supplies, and drugs are permitted to be transported by bus. Most other kinds of hazardous materials may not be carried on buses.