Code: EEACB
Amity School District 4J
Adopted: 2/14/90
School Bus Maintenance
District-owned and operated vehicles will be constructed, equipped and inspected in accordance with Oregon law and administrative rules and requirements adopted by the State Board of Education. Buses/vans will be maintained in safe operating conditions through a sound preventive maintenance program.
- Each driver will make pre-trip inspections, including checking lights, brakes and tires. Oil, water and batteries will be inspected at frequent intervals and prior to out-of-district runs.
- Each driver will make a written report regarding any mechanical defects as soon as defects are discovered.
- Defects will be corrected and a written report submitted as soon as possible.
- A thorough inspection will be conducted and inspection results will be reported each time the vehicle is serviced. Vehicles will be serviced according to factory specifications and recommendations.
- All buses/vans will be thoroughly inspected both at the beginning and end of each school year. Written reports of each inspection will be submitted.
Adequate maintenance and storage facilities will be provided for all equipment.
Adequate mechanical services with trained personnel will be available through contracted services.
END OF POLICY
Legal Reference(s):
ORS 820.120 OAR 581-053-0008 OAR 581-053-0507 to -0555
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