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driving commercial vehicles

Class 2 or Class 4 Remove wheel blocks, making sure that parking brakes are set.
(unrestricted)
pre-trip inspection Return to cab.

4. Passenger compartment check

❏ Passenger seats • ensure all are securely fastened
• no broken seat frames • check seatbelts
(if equipped) • check for cleanliness

❏ Passenger doors and • ensure doors open and close properly
entrances • ensure step lights are working properly
• hand rails are secure

❏ Windows • ensure emergency windows are secure

❏ Emergency exits • ensure emergency exits are secure
• open emergency exits (where feasible) to
ensure that emergency alarm sounds

Start engine.

5. Brake response, tug and steering wheel slack tests
Perform these steps:

1. In low gear, gently tug against the parking brakes. The brakes should
prevent the bus from moving.
2. Release brakes.
3. Move the bus ahead slowly and apply the foot brake to check brake
response.
4. Move the steering wheel to check for excessive slack or lash (play).

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