EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK

SECTION 8

EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

A. BREAKDOWN PROCEDURES When mechanical problems develop which render the bus inoperable or unsafe for pupil transportation, the bus, if at all possible, should be moved as far off the main traveled portion of the roadway as is safe and practical. If bus cannot be moved off roadway and is in a position to obstruct traffic or be a hazard, emergency reflectors shall be placed in accordance with vehicle code Section 25300. You shall then radio in the following information:

1. Location. 2. Direction in which the bus is headed. 3. Number of students aboard, if any. 4. As accurately as possible, describe the cause of the problem. 5.

In the event a breakdown should occur after hours, it shall be reported by calling the answering service at (888) 207-0359. During the weekend, breakdowns shall be reported by calling the phone number for the Mechanic on call located on the trip sheet. If you cannot reach the Mechanic on call, call the answering service phone number listed above.

At no time shall the driver leave the immediate vicinity of the bus when passengers are aboard.

B. ENGINE PROBLEM INDICATORS 1. OIL LIGHT AND BUZZER : If the oil light and/or buzzer come on, immediately pull over to a safe location and shut engine off. Advise dispatch. Upon instruction, check oil level, check for any visible leaks, and check for broken oil lines. 2. COOLANT TEMPERATURE LIGHT AND BUZZER : If the coolant light and/or buzzer come on, immediately pull over to a safe location. Recheck water temperature gauge if over 200 degrees, advise dispatch. Also, check for broken fan belt(s) and water hoses. Do not open the radiator cap. This will result in hot water erupting from radiator. 3. LOW AIR LIGHT AND BUZZER : If the low air light and/or buzzer come on, immediately pull over to a safe location and stop vehicle. If necessary, use the emergency stopping system. Advise dispatch. Upon instruction, check for broken belts and air lines. (a) A "school bus accident" means any of the following: 1. A motor vehicle accident resulting in property damage in excess of one thousand dollars ($ 1,000.00) or personal injury, on public or private property, and involving a school bus transporting a pupil. We will report all school bus accidents to CHP. 2. A collision between a vehicle and a pupil or a school bus driver while the pupil or driver is crossing the highway when the school bus flashing red signal lamps are required to be operated pursuant to Section 22112 V.C. 3. Injury of a pupil inside a vehicle described in paragraph (1) as a result of I. SCHOOL BUS ACCIDENTS California Vehicle Code 12517.1:

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Revised 8/9/2023