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Winter Weather Driving

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Winter Weather Driving

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    1. Winter Weather Driving 2007-2008 School Bus Driver Inservice

    2. Winter Weather Conditions What common winter weather conditions do school bus drivers encounter on the road?

    3. Preparing for Winter Weather School district policies & procedures Alternate routes Time changes Weather announcement systems

    4. Driver Preparation Winterize your personal vehicle Weather forecasts Dressing Appropriately Sunglasses Supplies

    5. School Bus Maintenance Daily pre-trip Windows & lights Wiper blades Heater & defrosters Hoses & belts Tires Fuel Defect process

    6. Basic Seasonal Driving Tips Slow down Accelerate gently, steer smoothly Test brakes & steering Allow extra time and distance margins Curves & corners Hills Passing Cruise control

    7. Flooding Slow down Depth Evacuation Night driving

    8. Fog Slow down Headlights Turn signals Visibility

    9. Sleet/Snow Pre-trip Start slowly Sudden maneuvers Conventional brakes Anti-lock brakes Time for movement Shoulder driving

    10. Threshold Braking Use the heel toe method Firm, steady, pressure

    11. Chaining Up Link chains Cable chains Automatic chains Sanders

    12. Rain Slow down Increase your following distance Road Maneuvers

    13. Hydroplaning Slow down Don’t brake Release accelerator

    14. Wind Slow down Grip the steering wheel Be alert

    15. Loading & Unloading Stop six (6) feet prior to stop Keep steps clear Instruct students where to stand Avoid snagging issues

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