In the event of an accident, what procedures would you follow?
"I look forward to receiving formal training in this role so that I can follow every safety protocol to the letter. My instinct tells me that the first step would be to check on the well being of my passengers. I would call the proper authorities or 9-1-1 if necessary. I would also get in touch with my dispatcher so they could guide me on what to do as I waited for the proper assistance and support to show up on-site."
If you have experience as a bus driver, walk the interviewer through the steps you know to take in the event of an accident. As a bus driver, some of the most critical steps in the event of an accident includes first assessing all individuals present on your vehicle, and then calling dispatch. You should have your bus number, route number, and exact location ready for the dispatcher. Also, you should call an ambulance if needed. You may not be trained as a bus driver yet. In this case, the interviewer will not expect a perfect response; however, they want to see that you have the basic instincts required to operate safely in the workplace.
"I have been trained step-by-step on the actions to take, should I be involved in an accident. I am happy to say that in my eight years of driving, I have not experienced an accident. First, I would make sure the vehicle was secured, and my hazard lights were on. I would check on the well being of each of my passengers, and call 9-1-1 if necessary. Then, I would reach central dispatch and report the accident, including all details such as passengers, location, and the cause of the issue. In the event of a fire or other hazard, I would lead each of my passengers to a safe location. I would also look for any witnesses to the accident. I am proud of the safety training that I have completed and feel confident that I would react appropriately in an emergency."
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