TB 046 - Double Deck Buses Flashcards
How many double decks buses are currently being used by the R.T.D.?
22
What are the dimensions of the double deck bus?
40’ long
8’6” wide
14’2” high
How many passengers can the double deck bus carry?
80 passengers
How many exits does it have?
2 Exits
Both on right side: One forward and One at the Rear
How many stairways does it have to the upper level?
1: Located at rear of the bus
What is the width of the stairway?
34” at the base to 27” at the top
Carrying pts down these stairs can only be done by using a flat or backboard
How are the doors operated?
electrically and air operated
Where is the emergency electrical switch located?
Fuel tank fill spout compartment on the right side of the vehicle
*Unmarked compartment
Where are the emergency air valves located at?
Located at the driver’s seat on the dash
How many emergency hatch are there and where are they located?
4 emergency hatches located on the roof
Which direction does the emergency exit hatch open and what size opening does it provide?
All slide open in direction of arrow
17” x 24” opening
How many windows on the upper level can be used as emergency exits?
3 on each side; open outward with opening of 24” x 60”
How many windows on the lower level can be used as emergency exits?
2 on each side; open outward with opening of 30” x 60”
How are the emergency exits windows identified?
Definite framework around them and are hinged at the top
Easy to recognize from other sealed windows
How are all the windows designed to be opened?
From the inside; forcible entry tool will easily open them from the outside
