Good morning everyone. I have watched this video over 60 times when I was going in training . This is the only video that helps me in passing my CDL license. It’s everything that you need to know.
In Tennessee we have way more things to say than this. We say it's not crack, damage, loose with no missing parts.. We also have to demonstrate the hood and front grill
I passed my CDL Class B 2 hrs ago. I cannot begin to tell you how much your video/s helped me out. Following this one in particular did the trick. Thanks for taking the time to make and post it and for being an advocate for school transportation. Thanks again.
How wonderful, I’m thrilled to learn of your success today, Congratulations 🎉 I hope you enjoy the wonderful world of school bus driving! Continued success to you!
Just wanted to say thank you Theresa! I passed my CDL test this week. Your video helped me study and memorize all the bus parts and braking procedures. I really appreciate this video, super helpful 🖤🚌
Hi Therese, I have watched this video and other ones that you have probably 20 times over the last 2 weeks. Even though I'm in NY much of the pre trip expectations are very similar here if not the same. I had my road test today and passed. Your videos helped me out a great deal. Your detail is great. You do a great service for all CDL permit holders out there who have a road test coming up. Thanks for your help.
My Instructor started off w/ the Air Brake Test which rekindled my memory loss of NOT doing 18 wheeler the past 3 years yet I knew something was OFF. We do NOT start w/ that Test. Real Drivers start as she started via viewing the Truck &/or Bus from the front looking underneath & down the sides to the back. The Air Brake Test should be one of the LAST things you do just prior to Emergency Brake & Service Brake Test. 👀 That order makes WAY more actual sense. Idk why my Instuctor is going out of order but w/e. I passed my CDL A so I will pass my CDL B nonetheless regardless
Good afternoon everyone When I tell you this is the best video on UA-cam ! IF YOU looking to get your ClassB CDL LICENSE. I thank you so much for all the time you took to make this video. This really help me pass. I watched this video over 100 times throughout 2 months I been studying and only THIS Video did the job of knowing each part and the function of the part. Wow I have to say GodBlessYou. YOU ARE THE BEST. I passed my TEST DEC 20 2024. Nice Christmas gift to myself. I watched your RailRoad Crossing video as well as the maneuver part of the road skills with the cones. You are a expert at this job and deserve a applause 👏🏾🙏🏾😍 and I will for sure let everyone know to watch this video. The Best of them all !!!! Happy Holidays and enjoy
I had a great trainer who highly recommended that I watch, study and learn from your Pre-Trip instructional videos. I Passed today with deep appreciation to you!
Outstanding news! Your hard work and efforts really paid off, Congratulations! Thanks so much for sharing your positive test outcome with me. I’m thrilled for you…continued success in all you do.
1:05 Start from the top 2:10 starting engine, and frame parts 3:19 brake lines 7:53 service door 8:54 under the bus 11:25 budding wheels 14:00 behind the bus 14:55 the bus stop arm 17:20 engine start
Hello! This was sent to me for training as I prepare to take a School Bus road test next week, and I absolutely cannot wait. I'm so excited, and I feel so confident because of your video! Thank you so much!! :)
Try not to let the pretrip overwhelm you. Much of the pretrip is nothing more than repetitive phrasing. Once you learn the brakes suspension and wheels up front, most of that can be applied in back. You can do this!
Hi Miss Therese, because I watched your videos religiously for months, I got my CDL liscense today on my first try!!! And I just want to tell how much I appreciate you for this:) you are awesome!! Thanks sooo much ma’am. Btw I’m from New York 😊
A Hardy congratulations to you Georgia! Thank you so much for sharing your successful test outcome with me. I appreciate your comment and feedback. Continued success and all you do.😄👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
This is the best CDL pretrip video I have ever seen. I tested out for a Class C passenger endorsement, so it was a little different, but meets all the requirements. I probably watched and listened to this video more than 30 times and passed today with flying colors! Thank you so much for taking the time to make these videos!
I have a CDL class A alrdy but I am currently training atm w/ a School Bus company to get my P/S endorsements to work for them. The Pre Trip and the Air Brake, Emergency Brake & Service Brake Tests are all identical. 90% of all the items you went over are the same as well including under the hood & the sides + underneath the Bus. Apparently I am relearning everything once again, all over again, such as names of components & proper wording but w/ extras specific to School Buses. 👍 thx for the upload 👍
Thank you Therese. This video has helped me a lot. I'm taking my test today and I feel pretty confident after watching this video several times. God bless you!
It’s a great day to get your CDL!!! Best wishes for a successful test outcome, Reggie! If you think about it, let me know how things went for you today.
@@SchoolBusSass Hey. So I didn't pass because I failed the air brake section of it. I didn't realize how important that part was in the test. Now I know. I'm retaking the test this Thursday.
@@reggie4Jesusood evening regie. I have a question for you. When you said you failed you're test because of the air brakes, does this video have about the air brakes. I'm a bit confused by the way congratulations for passing you're test.
Rena… Ohio has had some recent changes to the pretrip….i have an updated version on my channel . If you are in a different state, check with your local test site for specifics. Best wishes for a successful test outcome.
Hello Teresa, I just wanted to thank you for all of your wonderful insight and wisdom to keep the kids safe on the bus. Keep me safe in the bus in one piece thank you so much. I’ve been driving the bus with the kids for three months now I know I’m still kind of an new at this however, I make sure I apply the principles you help me to learn you’re the best.
Hello, Jerry… thank you so much for your very kind comment and feedback. Enjoy the journey… I’m still enjoying it even after 24 years. Continued success to you.
Thank you so much! I have my test tomorrow. I was struggling not being able to see some of the parts in order to understand the verbage; pointing out and showing the parts helped tremendously. You made it effortlessly.
Outstanding news, Jmiller! Congratulations on your successful test outcome! Thanks so much for sharing your positive test results with me! Enjoy the journey 🚌🚌🚌
Thank you so much for making this video❤! It was the sole reason why I passed my bus inspection with the DOT in North Dakota. The examiner was impressed with my knowledge of the bus.
Thanks Therese, great video. I am a school bus driver trainer for Bristol Virginia Public Schools and I have used many of your videos, all very helpful. BTW, I'm originally from Dayton, Ohio. Spent plenty of time in my youth in the lovely town of Centerville. Thanks again and God bless.
Hi Dan, I’m delighted to hear from a fellow driver trainer and former neighbor! Thanks so much for your kind feedback…both are greatly appreciated! I hope you’re having a wonderful summer. When does Bristol go back to school?
@@SchoolBusSass we start back on August 17, but we've had June and July summer school sessions so we've been transporting students up until this week. First week of August we'll begin in-service safety meetings for drivers and bus aides as well as CPR and first aide recertification. The fun never stops 😆.
Our in service is the first week of Aug, trial runs are right after in service, a kick off meeting on the 15, and back to school on the 17. I think summer school programs finished up today. Have an awesome school year.😁. Always an adventure!
I have my permit to drive bus so I've been watching this and memorizing what you say so I can get my license with p and s endorsement!!! Thank you for the helpful video
The company that I've been training with, and have an exam with tomorrow for my CDL B, has been training in a different order for the air brake test than shown here. Inside pre trip inspection(seats, emergency exits first, then gauges) followed by ABT. First: Wheels chocked, , neutral, engine on, pressure built up to max, shut off engine, parking brake applied, static air brake test (1 minute, no more than 2psi air loss) Second: Parking brake in, service brake(pedal) firmly held (1 minute, no more than 3psi air loss) Third: Fan brakes down to 60psi until low air warning and buzzer comes on Fourth: Keep fanning brakes down to 20-30psi until parking brake applies, indicating the spring brake is applied. Secure key and remove chocks(do not leave bus while engine running, even if just to move chocks) Fifth: Safe start engine, pressure will build up to 85-100psi in 45 seconds, then governor will cut in with the brakes "woosh" sound Sixth: Shift into low gear, press on accelerator pedal to confirm parking brake holds Seventh: Release parking brake, drive forward 5 feet, braking to make sure the bus doesn't pull to the left or right. Repeat 2x. Then pull the parking brake, put it in neutral, and say "this now completes the air brake test"
I live in South Carolina I think hold service brake push in parking brake shouldn't lose no more than 3 Psi or push in parking brake than apply service brake
@@SchoolBusSass Also, just updating my situation. I went and took my exam on Wednesday, and passed. I did the full Pre Trip Inspection including ABT, Alley Dock, 100 Foot Backup, Offset parking, Simulated Railroad Crossing, Simulated Student Dropoff, road skills test along with an emergency stop. I was watching your videos late Tuesday night and before leaving in the morning of Wednesday. I really appreciate you making these videos. I will highly recommend your videos to any trainees I encounter. One thing I especially like about your videos is the production quality. The videos are clear, detailed, and the voiceover audio is so much clearer compared to many other videos that drown out the audio by using the recording from inside the bus(bus noise, wind noise, etc)
I just got my class-B CDL in Taiwan, our pre-trip is only 5 minutes lol. I am really surprised by the details and knowledge required over in the states.
Are country's pretrip is ridiculously long and unreasonable. Welcome to the America of the future run and regulated by over educated children. Show me any school bus company that could afford to realistically do a 30 minute pretrip multiple routes a day and survive financially or keep drivers employed? And asking people to do this all straight from memory and not use a guide or log sheet that you have to have on board anyway is beyond moronic. I've been driving for 15 years and the amount of difficulty they have added to these tests since i began is beyond stupidity. My first test i was allowed to have the exact study sheet along as a helpful guide. All you had to know was where those parts are. And that's all anyone should have to know.
@John yesss.. Exactly! smh.. it is absolutely unfair that we have to memorize all of that! I have to take mine again.. & pay $450 to retake it (failed the pre-trip test bcz the instructor didnt hear the "cheee" sound after psi built up to the 120).. smh.. this is so frustrating & I'm realllly struggling financially 😫
This is great!! Thankfully my state (NJ) just announced that we do not have to know under the hood and only a couple parts under the bus. The parts we do need to know, we need to know more in-depth. Thank you for this!!
Ranch Hawk, Thank you for your comment and feedback! I believe we will be doing another live feed soon...possibly Friday. It will be on School Bus Safety ROAD-E-O. If you are not familiar with the event, it is a safety driving competition for school bus drivers. We have not had one in over two years, so I'm looking forward to the event that takes place in April. We set up a course, similar to the up coming event. I will have one of our drivers demonstrate the different events that will take place. We will also be utilizing this course for in-service training. I have a few more ideas for up-coming videos, so stay tuned. Sorry for the long delay between postings.
Currently I’m a new bus driver at our school district in Mississippi. I haven’t had the chance to experience the Road-e-o driving competitions yet. Can’t wait to see your next video.
Just wanted to say hi from sandusky ohio and a big thank you for this video I passed my pre service ,pretrial test today and will be on the road soon again thank you
The pre-inspection test was a breeze because of your videos. However, I did fail the alley dock test so I have to redo the entire test. Scheduled for it tomorrow. I’ve watched your alley dock videos many times and have practiced that skill number of times since the last test, and I feel pretty good about it. So, I’m hoping I will do well tomorrow and obtain the CDL license.
Ridiculous this is required. I can pull 99% of bus drivers in America and none of them would be able to name more than 2-3 parts at most. This should come with an auto mechanic certification at this point.
NJ book says you have to physically grab the steering assembly underneath to check for play. Have to check battery fluid level since those were not maintenance free batts. Both of these rules are not directly under the school portion of the test, but they are indeed in the book.
This is part 1 of the pre-trip. This video slows things down and goes into greater detail with the parts of the school bus. ua-cam.com/video/YMfGdX8Zl8k/v-deo.html This is part 2 of the pre-trip. A Continued in-depth look at the Class B CDL pre-trip. ua-cam.com/video/cQ-Z8fGTcQg/v-deo.html
The proposed changes to the pretrip here in Ohio, have the engine start and brake tests first as well. Though we do not know when these changes could occur.
Pretrip: Try to slow things down, just a bit. People tend to talk faster when they get nervous. Maneuverability: If allowable, always check your final position for each maneuver you complete. Even if you are positive you’ve done the maneuver perfectly. If it’s a free look…take it. Gives you a moment to check out your awesome skills…😉 or, correct an issue you may not have seen from the drivers seat. For instance…in straight line backing, perhaps you stopped behind the 4th set of cones but there were five sets. A final check would reveal this and afford you the opportunity to correct your final position (hope that made sense) Driving: take your turns slow! It will give you the opportunity to correct any potential errors…like clipping a curb). I would much rather have my drivers take a, slightly wider, right hand turn, than clip a curb. A wider turn, may be a few point deduction, clipping a curb ends your test…not in a good way. Whenever possible stop at all yellow lights. Believe…achieve it! You’ve got this, Mike!
Hi Julius, to empty the air tanks, push down on the service brake pedal repeatedly until the parking brake sets itself. Warning light and buzzer will activate above 55 PSI and brake will set between 20-40. Probably not doing another brake test. The brake portion of the exam can be found on all of my pretrip videos. As for a new pretrip, I will probably do one late this year or into the new year, on a BB RE transit.
Hello Cody! Just the person I was hoping to hear from!! Thank you so much for your letter! I somehow misplaced your address, though, and have something to send to you.
@@SchoolBusSass I wish the buses in my state had airbrakes like yours do. We do have somewhat long winters and can get kind of wet Does this have to do with the type of bricks that are able to be used?
@@steamtrack8308 Sometimes they feel like they go on forever...;) I would say...Dec - March. This year, we have had a very cool spring. How about your winters?
Questions do you have to check all emergency windows and sound the buzzer or could you just say i would check all windows and sound the buzzer the same way i checked the first window and hatch buzzer and not check the to save time as well as the tires and brakes slack adjuster and push rods
Correct for windows and exit doors and hatches. Must check push rods and slack adjusters, in front and rear on one side of the bus, then, you can say you would check the other side of the bus the same way.
@SchoolBusSass one more question while the engine is on do you keep the headlights on while checking heater fans and dome lights and emergency windows buzzers or do you turn the headlights off because I'm wondering about the no students left button and when to push it, or the lights don't have to be on and you press the button after you done the air brake test
The headlights should have no bearing on the no child left behind alarm. Using your loading lights with your service door, will activate your no child left behind system.
Hi Patricia, our entire fleet have air brakes. If I can locate a hydraulic equipped bus, I will see what I can do to create a pre trip video. Thanks for your suggestion.
In my experience, it takes most people about 5-7 times conducting the pretrip, in person, to complete the pretrip in the allotted time with under the error limit.
I will have to check, and let you know. I’m on vacation at the moment…but when I return, I’ll get that information for you. That is exactly why I liked them. Thank you
I believe we have 2 IC conventional special need busses, 3 IC Conventional, and 3 Blue Bird RE's coming in June. One of the RE's will be my new bus this year. :)
Hi! you had mentioned in your video about links that would provide more in depth detail. I didnt see them in the comments section. would you be able to provide links if possible? thank you
Hi, Do You Have Buses That Use These Fuels: -Gasoline ( Petrol ) -Propane ( LPG ) -Compressed Natural Gas ( CNG ) -Electric ( EV ) I Know You Have Diesel Buses.
Hello, Michelle, The district I drive for, only has Diesel, though when first started with Centerville, they had a couple of propane busses. That was twenty years ago though.
Hello everyone I'm here watching all the videos I can to try and get my CDL Class B License for the school bus in Ohio I'm just starting and I have had two days of training for the pretrip so far And I hope and pray 🙏 ❤️ Im able to pass it im trying really hard too
I’ve had my class A for a year now but can’t use them because of the hours at each job. I have children I have to pick up from school and daycare. I have to do this all over in a bus just to get passenger and school bus endorsements smh 😢😢😢😢😢 after this I’ll be a bus driver 🎉🎉🎉🎉
There are proposed changes, heading our way, in the not too distant future . Im hoping the upcoming changes will be what’s necessary to turn this trend in the right direction. While I can point out and name the parts of the bus, I have no idea how to repair or replace any of them.
I'm very thankful for you. You helped me get my CDL from the 1st shot. and I'm now a school bus driver 😊
Thank you for sharing your positive results with me! Congratulations and continued success to you. 🎉
Good morning everyone. I have watched this video over 60 times when I was going in training . This is the only video that helps me in passing my CDL license. It’s everything that you need to know.
Wonderful news, Congratulations! I’m thrilled to learn the video was helpful for you. Continued success in all you do.
Thank you for this
I'm on my second one and counting, test is next week😮
Great job 👍
You are an idiot to watch it
Many times.
Because I watched this video multiple times, I’ve passed my CDL Pre-Trip and now have my CDL! I passed on June 30th 😊
Jeanne, this is such exciting news! Congratulations, your hard work really paid off! Now the real fun begins. Continued success in all you do.
@@SchoolBusSass Thank you!!
Where you passed
Hardest thing I think is gonna remember how to word everything lol
🎉🎉🎉outstanding! Congratulations
I've been a driver trainer for 8 years.and I have had all my trainees watch your videos for the last 5 years. You don't miss!!!!!
Your comment made my night! Thank you, Clay! 😁
In Tennessee we have way more things to say than this.
We say it's not crack, damage, loose with no missing parts..
We also have to demonstrate the hood and front grill
I passed my CDL Class B 2 hrs ago. I cannot begin to tell you how much your video/s helped me out. Following this one in particular did the trick. Thanks for taking the time to make and post it and for being an advocate for school transportation. Thanks again.
How wonderful, I’m thrilled to learn of your success today, Congratulations 🎉
I hope you enjoy the wonderful world of school bus driving! Continued success to you!
Congratulations, any good jobs?
@@mikkey246
If you’re looking to drive a school bus, there are many opportunities. Where are you located?
Just wanted to say thank you Theresa! I passed my CDL test this week. Your video helped me study and memorize all the bus parts and braking procedures. I really appreciate this video, super helpful 🖤🚌
A hearty congratulations 🎊 to you, Bee! Continued success in all you do. So glad the video helped you achieve your goal! Good job!
Hi Therese, I have watched this video and other ones that you have probably 20 times over the last 2 weeks. Even though I'm in NY much of the pre trip expectations are very similar here if not the same. I had my road test today and passed. Your videos helped me out a great deal. Your detail is great. You do a great service for all CDL permit holders out there who have a road test coming up. Thanks for your help.
Hello Thomas…
Such wonderful news to start my Friday! Congratulations and continued success to you! Thanks for sharing your great news with me!
You have literally helped ne 1,000 times more than my actual instructor. Thank you so very much. So glad i found this
Thanks so much for your comment and positive feedback! Best wishes for a successful test outcome!
My Instructor started off w/ the Air Brake Test which rekindled my memory loss of NOT doing 18 wheeler the past 3 years yet I knew something was OFF. We do NOT start w/ that Test. Real Drivers start as she started via viewing the Truck &/or Bus from the front looking underneath & down the sides to the back. The Air Brake Test should be one of the LAST things you do just prior to Emergency Brake & Service Brake Test. 👀 That order makes WAY more actual sense. Idk why my Instuctor is going out of order but w/e. I passed my CDL A so I will pass my CDL B nonetheless regardless
Good afternoon everyone
When I tell you this is the best video on UA-cam ! IF YOU looking to get your ClassB CDL LICENSE. I thank you so much for all the time you took to make this video. This really help me pass. I watched this video over 100 times throughout 2 months I been studying and only THIS Video did the job of knowing each part and the function of the part. Wow I have to say GodBlessYou. YOU ARE THE BEST. I passed my TEST DEC 20 2024. Nice Christmas gift to myself.
I watched your RailRoad Crossing video as well as the maneuver part of the road skills with the cones. You are a expert at this job and deserve a applause 👏🏾🙏🏾😍 and I will for sure let everyone know to watch this video. The Best of them all !!!! Happy Holidays and enjoy
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm so glad the videos were helpful! Merry Christmas!
Congratulations and continued success in all you do! 🎉🎉🎉
Thank You for helping me to pass my road test on the first try!!!!!!
Outstanding news, Haneman! Congratulations and continued success to you!
I had a great trainer who highly recommended that I watch, study and learn from your Pre-Trip instructional videos. I Passed today with deep appreciation to you!
Outstanding news! Your hard work and efforts really paid off, Congratulations!
Thanks so much for sharing your positive test outcome with me. I’m thrilled for you…continued success in all you do.
1:05 Start from the top
2:10 starting engine, and frame parts
3:19 brake lines
7:53 service door
8:54 under the bus
11:25 budding wheels
14:00 behind the bus
14:55 the bus stop arm
17:20 engine start
Hello! This was sent to me for training as I prepare to take a School Bus road test next week, and I absolutely cannot wait. I'm so excited, and I feel so confident because of your video! Thank you so much!! :)
I'm going through my training now and keep trying to come back to this video. Im Studying hard in my free time. It's so much to learn.
Try not to let the pretrip overwhelm you. Much of the pretrip is nothing more than repetitive phrasing. Once you learn the brakes suspension and wheels up front, most of that can be applied in back. You can do this!
3points of contact getting on the bus and the stairs are free from debris you did a good job like your videos keep pumping them out thank you
Thank you for the kind comment and feedback!
Hi Miss Therese, because I watched your videos religiously for months, I got my CDL liscense today on my first try!!! And I just want to tell how much I appreciate you for this:) you are awesome!! Thanks sooo much ma’am. Btw I’m from New York 😊
A Hardy congratulations to you Georgia! Thank you so much for sharing your successful test outcome with me. I appreciate your comment and feedback. Continued success and all you do.😄👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
@@SchoolBusSass You are welcome Miss Therese😊😊
I memorized all the material from the book. This video perfectly brings it alive
This is the best CDL pretrip video I have ever seen. I tested out for a Class C passenger endorsement, so it was a little different, but meets all the requirements.
I probably watched and listened to this video more than 30 times and passed today with flying colors!
Thank you so much for taking the time to make these videos!
Thanks so much for sharing your positive test outcome with me! Congratulations to you! All the best, and continued success.
I have a CDL class A alrdy but I am currently training atm w/ a School Bus company to get my P/S endorsements to work for them. The Pre Trip and the Air Brake, Emergency Brake & Service Brake Tests are all identical. 90% of all the items you went over are the same as well including under the hood & the sides + underneath the Bus. Apparently I am relearning everything once again, all over again, such as names of components & proper wording but w/ extras specific to School Buses. 👍 thx for the upload 👍
You’re welcome 😉
Thank you Therese. This video has helped me a lot. I'm taking my test today and I feel pretty confident after watching this video several times. God bless you!
It’s a great day to get your CDL!!! Best wishes for a successful test outcome, Reggie! If you think about it, let me know how things went for you today.
@@SchoolBusSass Hey. So I didn't pass because I failed the air brake section of it. I didn't realize how important that part was in the test. Now I know. I'm retaking the test this Thursday.
I just passed today. Thank you for this great resource!!
@@reggie4Jesusood evening regie. I have a question for you. When you said you failed you're test because of the air brakes, does this video have about the air brakes. I'm a bit confused by the way congratulations for passing you're test.
I am going to watch this religiously. I only hope to do this as smoothly as you!
Rena…
Ohio has had some recent changes to the pretrip….i have an updated version on my channel .
If you are in a different state, check with your local test site for specifics.
Best wishes for a successful test outcome.
Hello Teresa, I just wanted to thank you for all of your wonderful insight and wisdom to keep the kids safe on the bus. Keep me safe in the bus in one piece thank you so much. I’ve been driving the bus with the kids for three months now I know I’m still kind of an new at this however, I make sure I apply the principles you help me to learn you’re the best.
Hello, Jerry… thank you so much for your very kind comment and feedback. Enjoy the journey… I’m still enjoying it even after 24 years.
Continued success to you.
Thank you so much! I have my test tomorrow. I was struggling not being able to see some of the parts in order to understand the verbage; pointing out and showing the parts helped tremendously. You made it effortlessly.
You got this! Best wishes for a successful test outcome!
Passed my class b cdl test today! Just wanted to say thanks for taking the time to make this video, it was a huge help!!!
Outstanding news, Jmiller! Congratulations on your successful test outcome! Thanks so much for sharing your positive test results with me!
Enjoy the journey 🚌🚌🚌
Best cdl video on you tube, this very video helped me pass my test with flying colors and it’s because of you i have my CDL’s thank you Therese❤
I also just passed my test too.
@@Mr.Coffee20255 Congrats🎉
Outstanding news! Thanks so much for sharing your positive outcome with me. Continued success and all you do.🎉
I start training may 13th and I’ll be watching this video over and over until I can recite it with you! Thank you for this video.
Best wishes for a successful test outcome! You can do this! 😁
Thank you so much for making this video❤! It was the sole reason why I passed my bus inspection with the DOT in North Dakota. The examiner was impressed with my knowledge of the bus.
Thank you for sharing your positive test outcome! I’m thrilled to learn of your success, congratulations 🎉 Enjoy the journey.
I just want to say thanks ! Thanks to your videos I passed my cdl
Fantastic news! Thank you for sharing your positive test outcome with me! Way to go and congratulations. Enjoy the journey, I know I sure have!
Thanks Therese, great video. I am a school bus driver trainer for Bristol Virginia Public Schools and I have used many of your videos, all very helpful. BTW, I'm originally from Dayton, Ohio. Spent plenty of time in my youth in the lovely town of Centerville. Thanks again and God bless.
Hi Dan, I’m delighted to hear from a fellow driver trainer and former neighbor! Thanks so much for your kind feedback…both are greatly appreciated! I hope you’re having a wonderful summer. When does Bristol go back to school?
@@SchoolBusSass we start back on August 17, but we've had June and July summer school sessions so we've been transporting students up until this week. First week of August we'll begin in-service safety meetings for drivers and bus aides as well as CPR and first aide recertification. The fun never stops 😆.
Our in service is the first week of Aug, trial runs are right after in service, a kick off meeting on the 15, and back to school on the 17. I think summer school programs finished up today.
Have an awesome school year.😁.
Always an adventure!
I'm using your videos to help, to study for my cdls
Hey I watched this video several times and I just passed my CDL-B school bus test on 6/5/2024
Congratulations! I am thrilled to learn of your successful test outcome! Continued success in all you do. 😃
Congratulations 🎉🎈🍾
I have my permit to drive bus so I've been watching this and memorizing what you say so I can get my license with p and s endorsement!!! Thank you for the helpful video
Thank you for your comment and feedback. Best wishes for a successful test outcome.
So glad I stumbled upon this video!! My road test is Tuesday ill be watching this on repeat until then. Thank you!!
So glad to learn the video is helpful for you! Best wishes for a successful test outcome on Tuesday. I'll be cheering for you from Ohio! :)
The company that I've been training with, and have an exam with tomorrow for my CDL B, has been training in a different order for the air brake test than shown here. Inside pre trip inspection(seats, emergency exits first, then gauges) followed by ABT.
First: Wheels chocked, , neutral, engine on, pressure built up to max, shut off engine, parking brake applied, static air brake test (1 minute, no more than 2psi air loss)
Second: Parking brake in, service brake(pedal) firmly held (1 minute, no more than 3psi air loss)
Third: Fan brakes down to 60psi until low air warning and buzzer comes on
Fourth: Keep fanning brakes down to 20-30psi until parking brake applies, indicating the spring brake is applied. Secure key and remove chocks(do not leave bus while engine running, even if just to move chocks)
Fifth: Safe start engine, pressure will build up to 85-100psi in 45 seconds, then governor will cut in with the brakes "woosh" sound
Sixth: Shift into low gear, press on accelerator pedal to confirm parking brake holds
Seventh: Release parking brake, drive forward 5 feet, braking to make sure the bus doesn't pull to the left or right. Repeat 2x.
Then pull the parking brake, put it in neutral, and say "this now completes the air brake test"
Which state do you reside in?
Thanks for sharing another version of the ABT.
I live in South Carolina I think hold service brake push in parking brake shouldn't lose no more than 3 Psi or push in parking brake than apply service brake
@@SchoolBusSass Pennsylvania
@@SchoolBusSass Also, just updating my situation. I went and took my exam on Wednesday, and passed.
I did the full Pre Trip Inspection including ABT, Alley Dock, 100 Foot Backup, Offset parking, Simulated Railroad Crossing, Simulated Student Dropoff, road skills test along with an emergency stop.
I was watching your videos late Tuesday night and before leaving in the morning of Wednesday. I really appreciate you making these videos. I will highly recommend your videos to any trainees I encounter. One thing I especially like about your videos is the production quality. The videos are clear, detailed, and the voiceover audio is so much clearer compared to many other videos that drown out the audio by using the recording from inside the bus(bus noise, wind noise, etc)
That’s fantastic news, congratulations! I really appreciate your kind feedback, thank you! Continued success in all you do. 😊
Hands down the best training video around! ❤
I just got my class-B CDL in Taiwan, our pre-trip is only 5 minutes lol. I am really surprised by the details and knowledge required over in the states.
I always appreciate hearing what other states and countries requirements are. Thanks for your comment.
Are country's pretrip is ridiculously long and unreasonable. Welcome to the America of the future run and regulated by over educated children. Show me any school bus company that could afford to realistically do a 30 minute pretrip multiple routes a day and survive financially or keep drivers employed? And asking people to do this all straight from memory and not use a guide or log sheet that you have to have on board anyway is beyond moronic. I've been driving for 15 years and the amount of difficulty they have added to these tests since i began is beyond stupidity. My first test i was allowed to have the exact study sheet along as a helpful guide. All you had to know was where those parts are. And that's all anyone should have to know.
@John yesss.. Exactly! smh.. it is absolutely unfair that we have to memorize all of that! I have to take mine again.. & pay $450 to retake it (failed the pre-trip test bcz the instructor didnt hear the "cheee" sound after psi built up to the 120).. smh.. this is so frustrating & I'm realllly struggling financially 😫
This is great!! Thankfully my state (NJ) just announced that we do not have to know under the hood and only a couple parts under the bus. The parts we do need to know, we need to know more in-depth.
Thank you for this!!
@@CoreHibb
Hope u retake and past! All the best!!
You are amazing for doing these videos! I’ve got my road test on Monday I’ve been watching over and over
So glad to learn the videos have been helpful for you. Thank you!
I passed and couldn’t find my comment again! Thank tot so much I really appreciate you
This video helped me a lot to pass my inspection, this was the only thing I used the watch for the pass two months, thank you !!
Outstanding news! Congratulations and thank you for sharing your positive test outcome with me. Continued success in all you do.
Long time waiting for another one of your helpful bus driver videos. Thank you for uploading this video Therese 🙏 😃
Ranch Hawk, Thank you for your comment and feedback! I believe we will be doing another live feed soon...possibly Friday. It will be on School Bus Safety ROAD-E-O. If you are not familiar with the event, it is a safety driving competition for school bus drivers. We have not had one in over two years, so I'm looking forward to the event that takes place in April. We set up a course, similar to the up coming event. I will have one of our drivers demonstrate the different events that will take place. We will also be utilizing this course for in-service training.
I have a few more ideas for up-coming videos, so stay tuned. Sorry for the long delay between postings.
Currently I’m a new bus driver at our school district in Mississippi. I haven’t had the chance to experience the Road-e-o driving competitions yet. Can’t wait to see your next video.
Hi there so far one of the best video that I see thank you again for your efforts
Great video I am a visual learner going through training and this is really helping me. THANK YOU...
Thank you for your comment and kind feedback.
Watched pretty much every video on UA-cam regarding school bus pre trip, and I can say this is easily one of the best 👍.
Thank you for your comment and kind feedback, both are greatly appreciated!
This is the one to remember. Got kudo's from the examiner on pre trip with this !
Way to go, Blane!
Just wanted to say hi from sandusky ohio and a big thank you for this video I passed my pre service ,pretrial test today and will be on the road soon again thank you
This is such wonderful news, Chris! 🎉Congratulations and continued success to you!
I have been reviewing this video numerous times in preparation for my Pre-inspection and driving test which I hope to do in a couple of weeks.
Hope all went well for you, John!
The pre-inspection test was a breeze because of your videos. However, I did fail the alley dock test so I have to redo the entire test. Scheduled for it tomorrow. I’ve watched your alley dock videos many times and have practiced that skill number of times since the last test, and I feel pretty good about it. So, I’m hoping I will do well tomorrow and obtain the CDL license.
You can do this! Best wishes for a successful test outcome.
Ridiculous this is required. I can pull 99% of bus drivers in America and none of them would be able to name more than 2-3 parts at most. This should come with an auto mechanic certification at this point.
NJ book says you have to physically grab the steering assembly underneath to check for play.
Have to check battery fluid level since those were not maintenance free batts.
Both of these rules are not directly under the school portion of the test, but they are indeed in the book.
Thank you so much for this helpful video Therese. I need more time and explanation but I don’t see the two links you mentioned. Can you please help?
School Bus Pre-trip training part 1, 2020 Blue Bird RE, engine and walk around
ua-cam.com/video/YMfGdX8Zl8k/v-deo.html
School Bus Pre-trip training, Part 2 inside the bus, with brake tests.
ua-cam.com/video/cQ-Z8fGTcQg/v-deo.html
Hope these help… best wishes for a successful test outcome. 😁
This is part 1 of the pre-trip. This video slows things down and goes into greater detail with the parts of the school bus. ua-cam.com/video/YMfGdX8Zl8k/v-deo.html
This is part 2 of the pre-trip. A Continued in-depth look at the Class B CDL pre-trip. ua-cam.com/video/cQ-Z8fGTcQg/v-deo.html
In CDL class right now. These videos help
Is this ok for Texas?
Thanks! Gotta check this out next
Thanks!
You’re welcome 😁
Good video!! I also enjoyed the birds singing in the background.
Found this helpful, though in Iowa the DMV want you to start with an engine start and brake test before inspecting the rest of the bus.
The proposed changes to the pretrip here in Ohio, have the engine start and brake tests first as well. Though we do not know when these changes could occur.
Good work. But what about the five hand holes on the wheels?
You’ll have to let me know.
Did you find out?
Thank you so much for your help,time and videos.
I’m so glad you found them helpful!
It would be helpful to have a pointer. It’s difficult to see many objects being pointed out.
Going for my CDL ....Thanks for the channel.....any suggestions?
Pretrip: Try to slow things down, just a bit. People tend to talk faster when they get nervous.
Maneuverability: If allowable, always check your final position for each maneuver you complete. Even if you are positive you’ve done the maneuver perfectly.
If it’s a free look…take it. Gives you a moment to check out your awesome skills…😉 or, correct an issue you may not have seen from the drivers seat.
For instance…in straight line backing, perhaps you stopped behind the 4th set of cones but there were five sets. A final check would reveal this and afford you the opportunity to correct your final position (hope that made sense)
Driving: take your turns slow! It will give you the opportunity to correct any potential errors…like clipping a curb).
I would much rather have my drivers take a, slightly wider, right hand turn, than clip a curb. A wider turn, may be a few point deduction, clipping a curb ends your test…not in a good way.
Whenever possible stop at all yellow lights.
Believe…achieve it!
You’ve got this, Mike!
@Therese Mileti ...Thank you....ill be reading your reply several times...thanks for the tips and taking time to respond ...this was very helpful...
Best wishes for a successful test outcome! You can do it!
Can you do another video on the airbrake test ? How do you deflate the brakes and build them back up again .
Hi Julius, to empty the air tanks, push down on the service brake pedal repeatedly until the parking brake sets itself. Warning light and buzzer will activate above 55 PSI and brake will set between 20-40.
Probably not doing another brake test. The brake portion of the exam can be found on all of my pretrip videos. As for a new pretrip, I will probably do one late this year or into the new year, on a BB RE transit.
Another amazing video Therese hope all is well with you 😊
Hello Cody! Just the person I was hoping to hear from!! Thank you so much for your letter! I somehow misplaced your address, though, and have something to send to you.
@@SchoolBusSass Well glad you received my letter and you know that sometimes happens lol
Can I send you a message on messenger or some other way?
Don’t forget the castle nuts and cotter pins! Also test the light indicators in the inside gauge panel.
Castle nut and cotter key are no longer required test elements.
Testing in a few minutes! Thanks for the videos!
Passed!
I PASSED TODAY THANKS TO THIS VIDEO!!!!
THIS video worked for me!! Thank you!
I'm so glad you found it helpful!
Talk like a news anchor ✨great video
Thank you
Just don't play drinking game when she says "not cracked or broken loose or missing." 😂
That’s A Very Nice Looking Bus!
Thank you, it’s new this school year.
@@SchoolBusSass I wish the buses in my state had airbrakes like yours do. We do have somewhat long winters and can get kind of wet Does this have to do with the type of bricks that are able to be used?
I don’t believe so. We get snow and plenty of rain, so I don’t think that would factor in on the type of brakes your district is choosing.
@@SchoolBusSass How long are your winters.
@@steamtrack8308 Sometimes they feel like they go on forever...;) I would say...Dec - March. This year, we have had a very cool spring. How about your winters?
Do you have any videos for pre trip on a newer bluebird or Thomas . Where the engine is in the back?
Pretrip 2023 BB:RE Transit
ua-cam.com/video/bz3_qt8KYrs/v-deo.html
Hello, thank you for the demo, you said there are a few more videos with a slow talking , could you please tell me where I can find them ?
ua-cam.com/video/YMfGdX8Zl8k/v-deo.html
ua-cam.com/video/cQ-Z8fGTcQg/v-deo.html
I posted the links to part 1&2. This inspection is done on a rear engine transit, but the parts are the same.
I hope they help. 😊
Question do to have to say the shackels with the bushing and anchor plate thats bolted with the U bolt
It in Ohio, check with your local test site for specifics.
Yo quiero ir para ver si paso mi CDL🙏🏼good explanation
Also don’t forget to say the engine does not have accessive moisture and it’s mounted securely
Yep
Mounted securely, not broken, cracked, loose, or missing + qualifier (ie no leaks/ illegal welds) made the entire thing infinitely easier
Questions do you have to check all emergency windows and sound the buzzer or could you just say i would check all windows and sound the buzzer the same way i checked the first window and hatch buzzer and not check the to save time as well as the tires and brakes slack adjuster and push rods
Correct for windows and exit doors and hatches. Must check push rods and slack adjusters, in front and rear on one side of the bus, then, you can say you would check the other side of the bus the same way.
@SchoolBusSass one more question while the engine is on do you keep the headlights on while checking heater fans and dome lights and emergency windows buzzers or do you turn the headlights off because I'm wondering about the no students left button and when to push it, or the lights don't have to be on and you press the button after you done the air brake test
The headlights should have no bearing on the no child left behind alarm. Using your loading lights with your service door, will activate your no child left behind system.
Will you be doing another school bus cdl inspection video on a diffrent model bus any time soon?
Hi Julius, please check your other comment for my reply. Hope you are well and enjoying your summer.
super Excellent Teaching
Very similar to ours. What city & state is this?
Centerville, Ohio
❤ I’m so happy 😁 I’m going
May you you do a pre trip on a bus that doesn't have airbrakes and speak a little louder. trhanks for your time.
Hi Patricia, our entire fleet have air brakes. If I can locate a hydraulic equipped bus, I will see what I can do to create a pre trip video. Thanks for your suggestion.
On average, how long does it take trainees to learn the pre trip?
In my experience, it takes most people about 5-7 times conducting the pretrip, in person, to complete the pretrip in the allotted time with under the error limit.
You’re an Angel! Thank you so much!!
Aw…thanks so much for the very kind compliment and feedback!
This video is quick accurate and clearly explain.
Glad the video was helpful for you! Thanks for the feedback!
@@SchoolBusSass I pass my test today, thank you Teresa
100% on my test, thanks to you.
Outstanding news, Rich! Congratulations to you!
Thank you for sharing your positive test results with me. Continued success in all you do.
Do you guys have any Thomas HDX buses if you guys do can you guys do a pre trip on it
No, we do not.
Where is your seat belt cutter?
On my bus, it is in the small compartment located on the drivers side adjacent to the fans, heaters and defroster switches.
So awesome !!! Thank you !
You’re welcome
Question: do you mention the transmission? How you would check it after the bus has been run
Not necessary in the state of Ohio… so, not mentioned
Thanks for the video - can I ask what gloves you have? They look like they’re warm while not being overly bulky.
I will have to check, and let you know. I’m on vacation at the moment…but when I return, I’ll get that information for you. That is exactly why I liked them. Thank you
Jennifer, the brand is called, Weatherproof.
What brand did you guys go with this year for handicap buses
I believe we have 2 IC conventional special need busses, 3 IC Conventional, and 3 Blue Bird RE's coming in June. One of the RE's will be my new bus this year. :)
Great video👌 my test is tomorrow
Best wishes for a positive test outcome.
You e got this!!!
How did your test go?
@@SchoolBusSass passed with flying colors thank you
I passed my cladd b test yestersay thank yoh so much
Such fantastic news, Star! Congratulations to you! Thank you for sharing your positive test outcome with me. Continued success in all you do.
I was told to say hoses are attached at both ends will they dock you points for that
How is it attached… I would add… they are attached securely and not leaking.
Where can i find a unloading procedure video
School Bus, Student drop off, left hand side
ua-cam.com/video/EUpTm_z3Vxg/v-deo.html
School Bus Student pick ups and drop off safety procedures.
ua-cam.com/video/AB3xYX7roUo/v-deo.html
Let me know if either of these are what you were looking for.
Hi! you had mentioned in your video about links that would provide more in depth detail. I didnt see them in the comments section. would you be able to provide links if possible? thank you
School Bus Pre-trip training part 1, 2020 Blue Bird RE, engine and walk around
ua-cam.com/video/YMfGdX8Zl8k/v-deo.html
School Bus Pre-trip training, Part 2 inside the bus, with brake tests.
ua-cam.com/video/cQ-Z8fGTcQg/v-deo.html
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Hi, Do You Have Buses That Use These Fuels:
-Gasoline ( Petrol )
-Propane ( LPG )
-Compressed Natural Gas ( CNG )
-Electric ( EV )
I Know You Have Diesel Buses.
Hello, Michelle, The district I drive for, only has Diesel, though when first started with Centerville, they had a couple of propane busses. That was twenty years ago though.
@@SchoolBusSass Must Be Expensive To Keep Them Up, And Hard To Start Them In Ice Cold Winter Days.
The busses are plugged in during freezing temps. The block heaters help the engines stay warm enough to start most cold mornings.
Where are the links you talked about
Which ones are you looking for?
I believe they are in the comment section, but if they are not, tell me which links and I will repost them in this comment thread.
Very informative. Good work
Thank you, Big Savage! Glad to know it was helpful for you. :)
About to hit the road on my first BTWT
Have fun and enjoy the journey.
Hello everyone I'm here watching all the videos I can to try and get my CDL Class B License for the school bus in Ohio I'm just starting and I have had two days of training for the pretrip so far And I hope and pray 🙏 ❤️ Im able to pass it im trying really hard too
You’ve got this, Carrie! Best wishes for a successful test outcome.
I’ve had my class A for a year now but can’t use them because of the hours at each job. I have children I have to pick up from school and daycare. I have to do this all over in a bus just to get passenger and school bus endorsements smh 😢😢😢😢😢 after this I’ll be a bus driver 🎉🎉🎉🎉
Most fun and rewarding job I have ever had, Landon. Best wishes for a successful test outcome! You’ve got this!
This is exactly why it's hard to hire bus drivers we are not mechanics
There are proposed changes, heading our way, in the not too distant future . Im hoping the upcoming changes will be what’s necessary to turn this trend in the right direction.
While I can point out and name the parts of the bus, I have no idea how to repair or replace any of them.
@@SchoolBusSass I hear you I did my test 9 years ago didn't have to do engine compartment. I hope there will be changes 🙏
Exactly 100% correct
Our cargo is precious... we're not asked to fix these things we're asked to notice and report.
Exactly, I'm going for it now and it's overwhelming.. I'm not sure that it's for me
See we gotta turn our light on first before telling about them they are after the engine compartment
A variety of ways different states like to have their pre-trip presented in.