except when necessary and then only when it is safe todo so.. Avoid excessive speeds at all times. The fueltank truck is top-heavy when loaded with fuel, andunstable when partially filled with fuel. The operatormust be alert when traveling over rough terrain, ongravel, and on curves.Be alert for passing orapproaching traffic.. Drive downgrade in the same gear that would beused to drive upgrade.. Move completely off the road if possible, whenparking. Set the brakes and chock the wheels whenparked on a grade. Set flags during the day and setreflectors at night.. Stop at all railroad crossings, and be especiallywatchful if there are multiple tracks.. Keep your vehicle moving to prevent anaccumulation of vapor if a small leak develops. Arrangeto discharge the load at the nearest point.. Ask for assistance if a large amount of fuelis escaping which may be the case if the vehicle isdamaged. Immediately secure the engine, cordonthe area, and obtain fire-fighting and securitysupport.. Avoid driving past a fire or near the site until it issafe to do so.. Never smoke on or about tank vehicles used forhauling flammable liquids. Carry no matches on suchvehicles.. Examine tires occasionally on long hauls for airpressure and for damage that could cause an accident.. Fuel-handling vehicles should be parked in theleast congested area of a pool, properly marked with thetype of fuel on board, and No Smoking Within 50 Feetsigns visible from any direction. Remember: SAFETYFIRST.BUS DRIVERA bus driver must be mature and reliable and mustensure a bus is safe before driving it. Besidesperforming the normal prestart procedures, thefollowing are items the operator must ensure are in goodworking order:1. Service brakes2. Parking brake3.4.5.6.7.8.Steering mechanismLights and reflectorsTires and hornWindshield wipersRearview mirror or mirrorsWheels and rimsAdditionally, check the interior of the bus toensure rider safety. Aisles and stairwells must alwaysbe clear and the following must be in a safe workingcondition:1. Each handhold and railing2. Floor covering3. Signal devices (emergency door buzzer)4. Emergency exit handles5. Emergency exit sign visible6. Seats secured to the busNOTE: The bus must have a fire extinguisher andemergency reflectors as outlined in the Federal MotorCarrier Safety Regulations Pocketbook, ORS-7A.Additionally, the bus must also have spare electricalfuses unless equipped with circuit breakers.When performing the normal prestart inspectionprocedures for a bus, you should use the Bus InspectionMemory Aid (fig. 6-22).The bus driver has the responsibility for the orderlybehavior and safety of all passengers and cargo andshould be neat in appearance and maintain a courteousattitude.The following are rules a bus driver must followwhen operating a bus:1. Do not allow a rider to stand forward of the rearof the driver’s seat. Buses, designed to allow standing,should have a 2-inch line on the floor or some othermeans showing riders where they cannot stand. Thisline is called the standee line, and all passengers muststay behind it.2. Do not put a bus in motion with the doors open,and do not close the doors until all passengers arecompletely clear of the doors.3. Pay attention to the road when driving and donot carry on unnecessary conversationpassengers while the vehicle is in motion.with the6-28
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