Run School Bus Daily Pre-Trip Walk — Free

Vehicle Identification and Inspection Readiness

Bus number, route, and date recorded

Document the unit identifier, assigned route, and inspection date before starting the walk-around.

Bus parked safely with parking brake set and transmission in neutral/park critical (required)

Verify the bus is secured before inspection begins.

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No visible fluid leaks under or around vehicle critical (required)

Check for oil, coolant, fuel, brake fluid, or other leaks beneath the bus.

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Exterior Condition and Walk-Around

Tires properly inflated and free of visible damage critical (required)

Inspect all visible tires for cuts, bulges, exposed cords, or obvious underinflation.

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Wheel lugs, hubs, and rims show no visible damage or looseness critical (required)

Check for missing lug nuts, cracked rims, or signs of wheel-end damage.

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Mirrors, windshield, and windows are clean and free of cracks that impair visibility critical (required)

Confirm the driver has clear visibility in all required viewing areas.

Yes No N/A

Headlights, turn signals, hazard lights, brake lights, and stop arm operate correctly critical (required)

Verify all required exterior warning and lighting devices function as intended.

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Body panels, doors, mirrors, and fuel cap secure and undamaged

Check for missing, loose, or damaged exterior components that could affect safe operation.

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Interior Safety and Driver Controls

Aisles, steps, and floor are clear of debris and trip hazards critical (required)

Inspect the passenger compartment for loose objects, spills, or obstructions.

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Seats, seat backs, and seat mounts secure and free of sharp edges critical (required)

Check that seating is intact and does not present a hazard to passengers.

Yes No N/A

Driver seat, mirrors, steering, horn, and gauges function properly critical (required)

Verify the driver can safely operate and monitor the bus from the cab.

Yes No N/A

Interior lights and heater/defroster operational

Confirm required interior comfort and visibility systems are functioning.

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Child Check and Passenger Compartment Sweep

Passenger compartment fully checked for sleeping or remaining children critical (required)

Perform a complete rear-to-front sweep of seats, under seats, and floor areas after unloading.

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Rear emergency area, seat rows, and under-seat spaces inspected critical (required)

Confirm no child or item remains hidden in the bus after the route or prior to departure.

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Child check procedure completed and documented critical (required)

Verify the required child check process was completed according to local policy or SOP.

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Service Brakes and Operational Checks

Service brake pedal has normal travel and firm resistance critical (required)

Check for abnormal pedal feel, excessive travel, or loss of braking resistance.

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Brake warning indicators are not illuminated critical (required)

Verify no brake system warning lights are present on the dashboard during the check.

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Parking brake holds bus securely critical (required)

Confirm the parking brake engages and holds the vehicle as expected.

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Emergency Equipment and Exits

Fire extinguisher present, charged, and accessible critical (required)

Verify the extinguisher is mounted, in the designated location, and within reach.

Yes No N/A

First aid kit present and stocked critical (required)

Check that the first aid kit is available and not missing essential supplies.

Yes No N/A

Emergency exits, roof hatches, and rear door open and latch properly critical (required)

Confirm emergency exits are unobstructed, labeled, and operational.

Yes No N/A

Emergency reflectors, triangles, or warning devices present critical (required)

Verify required roadside warning devices are on board and accessible.

Yes No N/A

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Run: School Bus Daily Pre-Trip Walk

Vehicle Identification and Inspection Readiness

Exterior Condition and Walk-Around

Interior Safety and Driver Controls

Child Check and Passenger Compartment Sweep

Service Brakes and Operational Checks

Emergency Equipment and Exits

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