Georgia school bus specifications [Aug. 2004]

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PARTI

School Bus Definitions

A-1

PART II

Chassis Specifications

B-1

Conventional and Transit School Buses TypesCandD

PART III

Body Specifications

C-1

Metropolitan, Conventional, and Transit School Buses Types B, C, and D

PART IV

Exceptional Child Bus

D-1

PARTY

Chassis and Body Specifications

E-1

Small School Bus

PART II CHASSIS SPECIFICATIONS
TYPESCANDD
Table of Contents
PAGE
Air Cleaner........................................................................................................... B-1 Alternator............................................................................................................. B-1 Axle Weight ......................................................................................................... B-1 Battery.................................................................................................................. B-1 Brakes .................................................................................................................. B-2 Brakes - Types, Service and Size......................................................................... B-2 Bumper, Front ...................................................................................................... B-2 & B-3 Color .................................................................................................................... B-3 Cooling System .................................................................................................... B-3 Cowl to Rear Axle Measure................................................................................. B-3 Drive Shaft ........................................................................................................... B-3 Minimum Engine Size ......................................................................................... B-3, B-4 & B-5 Exhaust System.................................................................................................... B-3 Frame ................................................................................................................... B-6 Fuel Tank............................................................................................................. B-6 Fuel/Water Separator ........................................................................................... B-6 Governor.............................................................................................................. B-6 Headlights .......... ...... ....... .... ...... ... ..... ... ....... .... ... .. ... ..... .. .... .. .... .. .. ... .. ... ... ....... ... ... B-6 Heating System Provisions ..... ...... ... ... ....... .......... .. ....... .. ... ... ..... .. ..... .. .. ... ... ....... .. B-6 Hood ..................................................................................................................... B-6 Hom - Dual.......................................................................................................... B-6 Instruments and Gauges....................................................................................... B-7 Instrument Panel ...... .... ... .. .... .. .. .... ... ... ..... .. ....... ...... .... .. ... .... ..... .. ... .. ... ... ...... ...... .. B-7 ManuaVCatalog .................................................................................................... B-7 Oil Filter. .............................................................................................................. B-7 Power Steering ..................................................................................................... B-7 Pre-Delivery Service ............................................................................................ B-7 Rim Size ............................................................................................................... B-7 Shock Absorbers ... ... ..... .. .... .... ..... ... ... ......... ........ ...... ..... .. .. ... ... .. ....... ..... .. ........ .... B-7 Springs ... ....... .. ........ ...... .. .... ... ... ... ................ ....... ...... ....... .. ... .... ... ....... ... .. .. ..... ..... B-7 Tires ..................................................................................................................... B-8 Tow Hooks ........................................................................................................... B-8 Transmission - Automatic.................................................................................... B-8 Tum Signals......................................................................................................... B-9 Undercoating ........................................................................................................ B-9 Vehicle Weights................................................................................................... B-9 Pre-Delivery Check Sheet.................................................................................... B-11 & B-12

Note:

"Where there is conflict between Georgia and Federal Specifications, Federal Specifications shall prevail. Buses must meet Georgia Specifications to the extent that National School Transportation Specifications and Procedures are exceeded or the iteffi is specifically addressed; otherwise, 2000 National School Transportation Specifications and Procedures are considered as a minimum.

1. Air Cleaner - The engine intake air cleaner shall be furnished and properly installed by the chassis manufacturer to meet engine specifications.

2. Alternator- The alternator shall have an output of at least 160 amperes, "SAE rating," with a minimum charging rate of 50 amperes at manufacturer's recommended idle speed. Dual belt or equivalent single poly V belt drive shall be used with alternator.

The conventional chassis manufacturer shall install a readily accessible electrical terminal so that the body electrical system can be connected through the chassis ammeter. The connector shall be a I 0-32 (3/16 inch) stud and nut or equivalent.

Seating Capacity Alternator Size Amps

29-48 160

53-72 160

73-90 160

3. Axle Weight- Minimum Front and Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)- Body and chassis manufacturers shall coordinate the axle and chassis requirement for the total payload.

COl VEN LUNA1

Seating Capacity

29-36

47-48

53-54

59-60

Front

6,000

6,000 7,000

8,000

Rear

12,400 14,200 15,000

* See Fuel Tank

16,160

65-66 9,000
17,500*

71-72 9,000
18,500*

35-42 Puller
10,000
15,000

TRANSIT

43-72 Puller

73-90 Puller

71-84 Pusher

10,800 13,180 12,000

17,000 20,000 21,000

4. Battery(ies)- The storage battery(ies) shall have a total of1,800 minimum cold cranking amps at 0F. The chassis manufacturer shall temporarily mount the batteries on the chassis frame. The cable lengths shall be in according to the SBMTC School Bus Design Objectives, 1996 edition.

Exception: The battery(ies) may be located in the engine compartment on rear engine transit buses.

5. Brakes- All air brake systems shall meet current FMVSS 121. Fifty-nine passenger and larger buses shall be equipped with full air brakes. (Purchaser's Option: Hydraulic brakes are acceptable.) (See Item 6- Brakes- Types, Service and Size.]

Air Dryer is required.

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Air brake systems shall use cam type brakes on all wheels. The rear brake lining shall be block type with a minimum thickness of 3/4 inch. Automatic slack adjustors shall be installed on air brake systems.

All chassis equipped with hydraulic brakes shall meet current FMVSS 105, and be equipped with a brake-warning indicator. A suitable parking brake shall be provided. (On combination hydraulic systems, the system shall be self-adjusting.)

When a driveline mounted parking brake is used, it shall be operated by an orscheln type or a power actuated lever. The size shall be the largest available, not less than 9 X 3 inches.

Friction material for all brakes shall be non-asbestos.

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'

Seating Capacity

2930

Types

Hydraulic

3554 Hydraulic

5966 Full Air*

7172 Full Air*

4172 Full Air

7390 Full Air

DRllM Service Brake SizeFront

380 Sq. In. 14X21/2

480 Sq. In. 15 X 3

576 Sq. In. 15X3

606 Sq. In. 15X3112

622 Sq. In. 15X4

755 Sq. In. 161/2X5

Size-Rear
=
Front

15X4

15X5

I61/2X6
* 15X7Hyd. *

161/2X6
* 15X7Hyd. *

161/2X6
*

161/2X7
**

Area Rotor Size

74.2 Sq. In. 14 3/4 X I 5/16

74.2 Sq. ln. 14 3/4 X I 5/16

77.6 Sq. In. 14 3/4 X I 5/16

77.6 Sq. ln. 14 3/4 X I 5116

82.8 Sq. In. 15X 17/16

81.4 Sq. In. 15 3/8 X I 7/16

Caliper

Twin Piston

Twin Piston

Twin Piston

Twin Piston

Twin Piston

Rear

Area

74.2 Sq. In.

74.2 Sq. In.

79.12 Sq. In.

79.12 Sq. In.

82.8 Sq. In.

109.9 Sq. ln.

Rotor Size

14 3/4 X I 5/16 14 3/4X I 5/16

15 X 1.43

15 X 1.43

15X 1.43

153/SX 13/4

Caliper

Twin Piston

Twin Piston

Twin Piston

Twin Piston

Twin Piston

*Purchaser's Option: Hy-power (with electrical backup) hydraulic disc brakes on all wheels or hydraulic disc front and drum rear with springset parking brake. **Option: Air Disc. NOTE: Purchaser's Option must be specifically requested by the local school system.

7. Bumper, Front

Conventional - The Front bumper shall be furnished by the chassis manufacturer as part of the chassis. The front bumper must extend to the outer edge of the fenders (to assure maximum fender protection) and shall be of sufficient strength to permit pushing a vehicle

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of equal GVWR without distortion to bumper, body, or chassis. The bumper shall be full width heavy duty.
Transit- The bumper shall be furnished by the body manufacturer.
8 . .cuJ..rn: - The chassis, including wheels and front bumper, shall be glossy black. Vehicles with multi-piece wheels, the rims may be black or the original equipment manufacturer's standard color. On conventional type chassis, the hood, cowl and fenders shall be National School Bus Yellow. The hood may be painted with non-reflective paint.
9. Cooling System- The cooling system shall be the manufacturer's heavy-duty reinforced type. The cooling system radiator shall be of sufficient capacity to cool the engine to the manufacturer's requirements at all speeds in all gears at maximum temperature of this area and be securely mounted.
10. Cowl to Rear Axle Measure- Minimum measurement in inches.

Seating Capacity
Minimum Measurement

29-36 119

47-48 161

53-54 189

59-60 210

65-66 224

71-72 Transit

245

N/A

II. Drive Shaft- The drive shaft(s) shall be protected by metal guard(s) or shields to prevent its ripping through floor or dropping to ground if broken.

Exception: Rear engine transit buses.

12. Minimum Engine Size- See charts on pages B-4, B-5.

(Horsepower requirements shall be minimum 170 horsepower in 29-54 passenger; 190 horsepower in 59-72 passenger; and 210 horsepower in 73-90 passenger.)

WARRANTY:

Engines in type C and D buses shall be covered by a WRITTEN WARRANTY for five years, 150,000 mileage, 100% parts and labor. Warranty shall cover engine, fuel pump(s), turbo charger, all electronic engine components and oil-related parts of the engine.

13. Exhaust System- The exhaust system shall (a) extend beyond the rear axle and shall extend at least five inches beyond the chassis frame and be mounted outside the chassis rail at end point, or (b) may extend to, but not beyond, the body limits on the left side of the bus beyond the driver's compartment outboard of the chassis centerline, but not more than two feet forward of the rear wheels.

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12. MINIMUM ENGINE SIZE
Conventional Chassis: Series or Model Number Minimum Engine Size
NOTE: The differential ratio used should be determined by the road speed ofthe vehicle. (The vehicle shall be capable ofattaining a road speed of55 MPH)

Capacity 29-30 35-36 47-48 53-54 59-60 65-66 71-72

BlueBird Caterpillar 3126E/C7 Caterpillar 3126E/C7 Caterpillar 3126E/C7 Caterpillar 3126E/C7 Caterpillar 3126E/C7 Caterpillar 3126E/C7 Caterpillar 3126E/C7

Freightliner
FS-65 Caterpillar 3126E/C7
MBE906
FS-65 Caterpillar 3126/C7
MBE906
FS-65 Caterpillar 3126E/C7
MBE906
FS-65 Caterpillar 3126E/C7
MBE906
FS-65 Caterpillar 3126E/C7
MBE906
FS-65 Caterpillar 3126E/C7
MBE906
FS-65 Caterpillar 3!26E/C7
MBE906

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International

3300 DT466 VT365

3300

DT466

VT365

li

3300 DT466 VT365

3300 DT466 VT365

3300 DT466 VT365

3300 DT466 VT365

3300 DT466 VT365

12 MINIMUM ENGINE SIZE
Transit Chassis Minimum Engine Size
NOTE: The differential ratio used should be determined by the road speed ofthe vehicle. (The vehicle shall be capable ofattaining a road speed of55 MPH.)

CAPACITY MANUFACTURER INTERNATIONAL
BLUEBIRD THOMAS

Mercedes -Benz MBE906

35-72 CUMMINS
ISB 5.9 6-359 cu. in. ISB 5.9 6-359
cu. in.
----

INTERNATIONAL
DT466 6-466
cu. in.
VT365

CAPACITY CATERPILLAR
3126EIC7 7.2 L.

-----

.

3126E!C7 7.2L.

73-90 CUMMINS
ISC 8.3 6-505 cu. in. ISC 8.3 6-505
cu. in .

NOTE: Any engine within the 73 - 90 capacity can be used in the 35- 72 capacity

INTERNATIONAL DT466 6-466
cu. in.
MBE906

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14. Eran:u:- The frame shall be treated to inhibit corrosion for the life of the frame. When frame side members are used, they shall be of one-piece constmction. If frame side members are extended or reinforced, such extension and reinforcement shall be designed and furnished by the chassis or body manufacturer with their guarantee, and the installation shall be guaranteed by the company making said installations. Extensions of frame lengths are permissible only when such alterations are behind the rear hanger of the rear spring and/or in front of the front spring hanger, and shall not be for the purpose of extending the wheelbase.
15. Fuel Tank - The tank and installation shall conform to FMVSS 301. The tank shall be equipped with adequate baffles. A drain plug at least 1/4 inch in diameter shall be provided in the center ofthe bottom of the tank. Forty-seven passenger buses and larger shall be equipped with a single 60-gallon fuel tank of not less than 50-gallon draw down. Forty-two passenger and smaller buses shall be equipped with 30-gallon tanks. The fuel tank gauge shall be compatible to the tank size with no more than ten percent error at empty reading. NOTE: The fuel tank may be mounted in the rear between the frame rails to better distribute the weight. The chassis provider (type C) shall provide a rear axle with a GAWR of I000 lbs. additional capacity to carry the additional weight attributed to the relocation of the fuel tank.
16. Fuel/Water Separator - Diesel chassis shall be equipped with a fuel and water separator of a design compatible with engine to ensure trouble-free performance when properly maintained. Must contain a replaceable element fuel filter ofproper design to protect against premature fuel flow restriction or excessive passage of contaminates.
17. Governor- The chassis shall be equipped with a governor set at the manufacturer's recommended RPM.
18. Headlights- Headlights shall meet SAE and FMVSS 108.
19. Heating System Provisions- The chassis shall have plugged openings for the purpose of supplying hot water for the bus heating system. The opening shall be suitable for attaching %-inch pipe thread/hose connector. The engine shall be capable of supplying water having a temperature of at least 170 F at a flow rate of 50 pounds per minute at the return end of 30 feet of one inch inside diameter automotive hot water heater hose.
20. Hood- The hood shall be fiberglass and tilt design.
21. Hom - Dual - Each horn shall be capable of producing complex sound in bands of audio frequencies between approximately 250 and 2,000 cycles per second and tested per SAE Standard J-377.
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22. Instmments and Gauges -The chassis shall be equipped with the following instruments and gauges:

a. A speedometer-odometer, which will indicate the accmed mileage, including tenths of a mile, which may be accomplished by a Trip meter.
b. A voltmeter with graduated scale. c. Oil pressure gauge. d. Water temperature gauge. e. Fuel gauge. f. Upper beam headlight indicator. g. Engine warning system consisting of buzzer and light, to notify driver of low engine oil
pressure and/or coolant overheating condition.

23. Instmment Panel -The instrument panel shall have lamps of sufficient candlepower to illuminate all instruments and gauges.

24. Manual/Catalog- With each order, the successful bidder shall provide one shop manual and one parts catalog that will include complete coverage for the chassis bid.

25. Oil Filter- Replaceable element oil filter shall be provided. If the oil filter is not attached to the engine, a flexible line shall be used to connect the filter to the engine. The oil filter shall be full flow type.

26. Power Steering - All school bus chassis shall be equipped with a hydraulic power steering unit compatible to the series model number ofthe chassis and the GVWR of the school bus.

27. Pre-Delivery Service- A complete pre-delivery service shall be performed at the school bus body plant after the body has been mounted, in compliance with the attached form (DE Form 0540, August 1986).

28. Rim Size- Rim size shall meet the current standard of the Tire and Rim Association. Consult the following chart for the appropriate rim size.

CONVENTIONAL

Seating Capacity

29-36

47-54

59-72

Size

6"

6 3/4"

7 1/2"

NOTE: Must be in compliance with GAWRon Page B-1.

TRANSIT

35-72

73-90

7 1/2"

7 1/2"

29. Shock Absorbers- Shock absorbers shall be of heavy-duty, double-acting design and shall be provided on both the front and rear ofthe chassis in accordance with GVWR of the vehicle.

30. Springs - Capacity of springs or suspension assemblies shall be commensurate with chassis manufacturer's gross vehicle weight rating. The front eye of the front spring shall be double wrapped.

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31. Iin:s- All tires on a given vehicle shall be of the same size and ply rating. Consult the chart below for size and ply rating. Tires must be tubeless and steel radial design.

CONVENTIONAL

Seating Capacity

29-36

47-54

59-60

Size

8R22.5 9R22.5 10R22.5

Ply Rating

10 (E)

10 (E)

Purchaser's Option: Low Profile Tires

10 (E)

65-72 10R22.5 12 (F)

TRANSIT

35-72

73-90

11R22.5 11R22.5

12 (F)

14 (G)

32. Tow Hooks -The chassis shall be equipped with tow hooks, attached so as not to project beyond the front bumper.

33. Transmission- Automatic- The automatic transmission shall have at least five forward gear ratios, with down shift inhibitors, plus integral torque converter which shall provide for an overall starting torque ratio in a forward range of at least 5.9: 1. Converter shall be equipped with converter lockup. Transmission shall be electronically controlled and compatible to the required electronic engine. The transmission shift quadrant shall provide five forward drive ranges plus neutral and reverse ranges. Within the range selected, ratio changes shall be affected automatically and at full engine power, if desirable, and without use of an engine disconnect clutch. A transmission shift diagram shall be provided and mounted on the instrument panel or embossed on the handle of the gearshift lever. The neutral starting switch shall be designed and located so that the vehicle will not start in any position other than neutral. The automatic transmission system shall meet FMVSS 102.

Seating Capacity

CONVENTIONAL

29-54

59-72

TRANSIT

35-72

73-90

Automatic Transmission

2500 PTS

2500 PTS

2500PTS

3000 PTS

(Optional: Allison Output Retarder: The Allison 3000 PTS Series Transmissions may be equipped with an output retarder activated by the service brake pedal.) Warranty on Parts and labor will be 5 years and unlimited miles.

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34. Tum Signals- Two front directional signals shall be provided and installed by the chassis manufacturer and shall be in compliance with FMVSS I 08. These signals are to be operated by a steering post mounted, self-canceling directional signal switch with an illuminated "ON" indicator(s) in compliance with FMVSS 108. The chassis manufacturer will furnish a self-canceling directional signal switch. Fender-Mounted directional signals are required.

Exception: On transit buses, Fender-mounted directional signals do not apply.

The design of the tum signal system shall be such that the failure of any signal light to function will cause the illuminated indicator to indicate its malfunction. A variable load flasher that conforms to FMVSS 108 may be accepted in lieu of the illuminated indicator system. All lamps shall be post-grounded by use of ground wire or a strap running from the lamp socket to the bus body.

35. Undercoating- The chassis manufacturer shall coat the metallic portion underside of front fenders with rust-proofing compound for which compound manufacturers have notarized certification of compliance to chassis builder that compound meets or exceeds all performance and qualitative requirements of paragraph 3.4 of Federal Specifications TT-C520b using modified test.

36. Vehicle Weights- Minimum GVWR

Seating Capacity
Weight

29-36 18,400

CONVENTIONAL
47-48 53-54 59-60 65-66 20,200 21,200 24,160 26,500

71-72 27,500

35-42 Puller
25,000

TRANSIT

43-72 Puller

73-90 Puller

27,800 33,100

71-84 Pusher
33,000

NOTE: Items listed as Purchaser's Options must be specifically requested by the local school system.

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School Bus Chassis Pre-Delivery Service and Adjustment Check Sheet

Owner's Name

Engine Number

Vehicle Serial Number

Address
City. State. Zip Code D e City. State. Zip Code Servicing Organization Citv. State. Zio Code

Transmission Number Axle Number
Note: The folloWing operations are to be performed and
necessary adjustments completed. Check applicable
shop manual for current specifications for all vehicles.

Re

A

Operations with Bus Raised

1' Inspect brakes
D Leaks in hoses, lines, connections, etc. D Lines properly Installed, supported and clipped to eliminate
interference
D Check parking brake lining, cable and mechanical linkage D Drain air tanks, If equipped

2. Inspect steering for proper assemble and bent, broken or disconnected components

NOTE: Make sure all cotter keys are locked in place.

D Pitman and steering arms

D Drag link

D Idler arms

D Relay rod

D Tie rod and ends

D Wheel stop adjustment

D Check power steering cylinder attachments and hose

connections

D Check steering gear housing mounting bolts

D 3.

Inspect complete fuel system for leaks

D Inspect fuel tank and lines for proper attachment {fittings,

clips, etc.)

4. D Inspect cooling system for leaks

D 5.

Inspect engine for oil leaks

6. Inspection of transmission
D Proper lube level D Leaks

7. Inspection of propeller shaft
D U~joints, U~bolts, or cap screws, etc.

8. Inspection of differential
D Proper lube level D Leaks around housing and pinion oil seals D Breather

9. Inspection of suspension

D Spring assemblies- front and rear. ~u" bolts- front and

rear

10. D Inspect condition of tires for damage and proper inflation.

Inspect for bent or damaged wheels and rims

D 11'

Check all exhaust system components and connections,

and check for proper alignment

D 12.

Check clutch slave cylinder push rod adjustment

D 13.

Lubricate all chassis and suspension fittings

NOTE: Refer to lube chart In Maintenance Manuals.

B. Operations with Bus on Floor

1' Check engine
D Oil level

D Oil leaks

D 2.

Inspect wet type air cleaner for oil level

D 3.

Check all belts for proper tension and condition

D 4.

Check cooling system for 20 anti-freeze protection. Add

coolant solution as required.

5. Inspect cooling system for leaks
D Radiator core D Surge tank D Water pump D Heater and radiator hoses D Tighten all hose connections

6. Check steering - general
D Check steering gear lube level D Tighten steering column mountings D Inspect U-jolnts or couplings

7. Check power steering
D Fluid level D Inspect pump, hoses, and connections for interface

8. Check battery

D Hold-down clamps and mounting plate, cables for routing

and Interference

D Water level

D Specific gravity- if below 1,230 charge

D 9.

Check front wheel toe-in

10. Check brake master cylinder

D Fluid level

D Pedal free travel

D 11'

Torque all wheel nuts and axle shaft nuts; check wheel,

rim, and clamp alignment

D 12.

Test all lights and adjust headlight aim as required

(continued)

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(B continued)

0 13.

Check air brake low pressure warning buzzer or

vacuum/hydraulic brake low vacuum warning buzzer for

operations

14. Start engine
0 Check engine oil pressure 0 Check time required to build air brake reservoir pressure to
60-70 P.S.I. (maximum allowable 5 minutes at fast idle)
D Check air brake low pressure warning buzzer or
vacuum/hydraulic brake low vacuum warning buzzer. {Air brake buzzer should quit when 60-70 P.S.I. air pressure is obtained.)
0 Check all instruments for operation and appearance

15. Check air brakes

D Compressor governor adjustment (should maintain 120 P.S.I.)
D Air leaks in lines or fittings (pressure drop should not
exceed 2 P.S.I. In one minute with engine stopped and
brakes applied)
D Sufficient air reserve for one full brake application with
engine stopped and brakes applied

16. Check vacuum/hydraulic brake system

D Sufficient vacuum reserve for two full brake applications

with engine stopped and system fully charged (Brake

pedal should have no tendency to fall away from the foot

as engine Is started while foot pressure Is maintained on

pedal.)

D Check brake pedal travel with engine operating

D 17.

Check distributor dwell and ignition timing

18. D Engine Idle speed- adjust

19. Check operation of

D Horn

D Windshield wipers and washers

D Natural safety switch

D 20.

Check for correct transmission shift pattern plate or decal

on knob that It Is located In view of the drive

C. Road Test
1. Check for satisfactory operation
D Speedometer operation D Parking brake D Service brake D Clutch D Steering D Differential D Engine operation D Engine governor operation in lower gears D Transmission (automatic) check shift points

D. Buses with Automatic Transmission

D 1.

Inspect for leaks and check oil level

E. Delivery to Customer

D 1.

Place Warranty and Owner Protection Plan, Protect~O

Piate and Owner's & Driver's Manual in glove

compartment

D 2.

Place third copy of Pre-Delivery Work Sheet In glove

compartment

F. General Appearance

1. Inspect, align, and adjust where necessary

D Hood, fenders, and latches

D 2.

Touch-up paint where necessary- hood and fenders

This is to verify that the vehicle described above has received all the services and adjustments listed on this worksheet.

Signed: Technician

Copy Distribution 1- Dealer 2- Servicing Organization 3 Placed in Vehicle

Su ervisor

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PART III

BODY SPECIFICATIONS

TYPES B, C AND D

Table of Contents

PAGE

Back-up Alarm ..................................................................................................... C-1 Back-up Lights ..................................................................................................... C-1 Barriers................................................................................................................. C-1 Battery Compartment........................................................................................... C-1 Body Assembly.................................................................................................... C-1 Bumper, Rear....................................................................................................... C-1 Bus Sizes.............................................................................................................. C-1 Child Check System............................................................................................. C-2 Circulation Fan .................................................................................................... C-3 Clearance and Marker Lights ............................................................................... C-3 Color .................................................................................................................... C-3 Control Panel ....................................................................................................... C-3 Defroster (Windshield)........................................................................................ C-3 Disabled Vehicle Warning Devices ..................................................................... C-3 Driver's Seat........................................................................................................ C-3 Driver's Window ................................................................................................. C-3 Electrical Systems- Wiring ................................................................................ C-3 Emergency Exits.................................................................................................. C-4, C-5 & C-6 Emergency Window............................................................................................. C-6 Entrance .... .... ...... .. ... ..... ........ ... ... .... ... ... .... .. ..... ...... .. ......... .... .... ... .. ... ....... ...... ... ... C-6 Exterior Lighting.................................................................................................. C-6 Exterior Mirror..................................................................................................... C-7 Exterior Paint. ..... ... .. ... .... ..... ...... ....... .. ...... ....... .... .. ....... .. .. .. ...... ... ... .. ....... .... ...... .. C-7 Exterior Side Panel .............................................................................................. C-7 Fire Extinguisher. ................................................................................................. C-7 First-Aid Kit.. ....................................................................................................... C-8 Body Fluid Clean-up Kit. ..................................................................................... C-8 Flasher Lights ...................................................................................................... C-8 & C-9 Floor Covering..................................................................................................... C-9 Floor Strnchrre ..................................................................................................... C-9 & C-1 0 Fuel Filler Opening Door..................................................................................... C-10 Glass ..................................................................................................................... C-10 Heater................................................................................................................... C-1 0 &C-11 Insulation .... .. ..... .. ... ...... .. ...... ..... ..... .... ........ ..... ...... ... ...... .. .. .. ..... ... ... ... ... .... ....... ... C-11 Interior Lighting ................................................................................................... C-11 Interior Mirror...................................................................................................... C-11

Table of Contents (continued)
Interior Paint. ..... .... .... ..... ...... .... ... ...... ... ... ... .... .... ... ...... .. .... ......... ... .... .. .. ..... ... .. .. .. C-11 Interior - Panels, Floor and Windows.................................................................. C-11 & C-12 Lettering - Exterior.............................................................................................. C-12 License Holder ..................................................................................................... C-12 Metal Surfaces ..................................................................................................... C-12 Metal Treatment................................................................................................... C-12 & C-13 Mounting .............................................................................................................. C-13 Name Plate........................................................................................................... C-13 Openings .... ...... .... ..... ..... ...... .... .. .. ..... ... ... ...... .. .... ... ..... ....... ..... ... ... ..... ..... .. ...... ..... C-13 Passenger Seats.................................................................................................... C-13 Projections .. ... ... ... ... ... ........ .. ... .. ..... .... .. ..... .. .. ... ... ..... ...... .. ... .......... ... .... .. ... ..... .. .... C-14 Rear Window .... .. ... .... ..... .... ...... ..... .... .... ... ... .... .... .. ... .... .. .... ...... .... ... ...... .. ............ C-14 Reflective Material ....... ... ... .. .. ... ..... ....... ... ... .. .. ..... .... ...... .... ...... .... ... .... .... ...... .. .... C-14 Reflectors............................................................................................................. C-14 Roof...................................................................................................................... C-14 Roof Bows and Post ............................................................................................. C-14 Roof Stringer........................................................................................................ C-15 Rub Rails.............................................................................................................. C-15 Screws, Bolts, Nuts, and Washers ....................................................................... C-15 Seat Belt/Shoulder Harness ................................................................................. C-15 Seat Cushions ....................................................................................................... C-15 & C-16 Seat Frame and Mounting .................................................................................... C-16 Service Door .... ..... ..... .. ... ... ... .. ........ .... ... ...... .... .. ... ...... ....... ... ..... .... .... ..... .... .... .. ... C-16 Side Windows ...................................................................................................... C-16 Static Load Test ................................................................................................... C-16 Steering Wheel..................................................................................................... C-16
Stop Arm.............................................................................................................. C-17
Crossing Gate....................................................................................................... C-17 Stop and Tail Lights- Large ............................................................................... C-17 Structural Components .. ...... ..... ..... ..... ... .... ...... ... ... .... .. ...... .. .. .... ..... ... ..... .. ...... .. ... C-17 Sun Visor ............................................................................................................. C-18 Tail Lights............................................................................................................ C-18 Tail Pipe............................................................................................................... C-18 Tow Hooks........................................................................................................... C-18 Turn Signal Units ................................................................................................. C-18 Ventilation ... .... ..... .. ... ..... ... ... .. ... .... .. .... .. ..... .. ... .... .. ..... .. ... ... ...... .... ... .... .. ... ........... C-18 Window Headers.................................................................................................. C-18 Windshield Cleaning Steps .................................................................................. C-19 Windshield and Windows .................................................................................... C-19 Windshield Wipers and Washers ......................................................................... C-19

Note:

Where there is conflict between Georgia and Federal Specifications, Federal Specifications shall prevail. Buses must meet Georgia Specifications to the extent that National School Transportation Specifications and Procedures are exceeded or the item is specifically addressed; otherwise, 2000 National School Transportation Specifications and Procedures are considered as a minimwn.

1. Back-up Alann- An automatic, audible back-up alarm of at least 112 dbA or variable that can obtain 112 dbA meeting SAE J994b, shall be installed behind the rear axle.

2. Back-up Lights- Two back-up lights shall be provided, one on each side of the rear of the bus body. These lamps shall be a minimum of 3 1/2 inches and will be wired so that the lights are activated when the transmission is in reverse.

3. Barriers - Barriers to meet FMVSS 222 must be furnished in front of forward facing seats, which do not have another seat within the distance specified by FMVSS 222. A barrier located at the step well shall have a kick/modesty panel installed between the bottom of the barrier and the floor and between the legs(s) and wall to ensure that pupils will not slip into the step well.

4. Battery Compartment- The body manufacturer shall securely mount the battery(ies) on a sliding tray in an enclosed, vented compartment in the side of the skirt of the body. The battery compartment door shall have a lock fastener operated by the same key as the Fuel Filler Door. The lock shall be an Illinois Tumbler Lock No. 5412W or an approved equal. Two keys shall be provided with each lock.

5. Body Assembly- The body assembly shall be designed to withstand vibrations transmitted through the chassis cowl. The cowl panel shall be of a minimum U.S. Standard gauge number 14, and shall be shaped to fit snugly against the chassis cowl in an approved watertight manner. The windshield or comer post should be of sturdy construction having a minimum thickness equal to U.S. Standard gauge number 14, and shall be designed so as not to obstruct the driver's vision.

6. Bumper, Rear- The rear bumper shall be furnished and secured to the rear body frame by the body manufacturer and so designed to prevent hitching of rides thereon. The rear bumper shall be a one-piece bumper of pressed steel channel at least 3/16 inch by 9 3/4 inches and must be bolted to the chassis side frames and braced with material of equal impact ratio to that of the bumper. The bumper shall not be permanently attached to the body.

7. Bus Sizes- This specification covers the school bus bodies most commonly used in Georgia. The basic requirement of the various sizes of school bus bodies shall conform to the following charts.

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Seating Capacity 2-2 Plan Minimum Rump
Width of 13"
18 22 26

TYP~ PR

Seating Capacity 3-2 Plan
Minimum Rump Width of 13"

Seating Capacity 3-3 Plan
Minimum Rump Width of 13"

22

26

7

32

32

38

WheelBase
125 133 157

Number or Rows of Seats
5 6 8 9 10 11 12 12 or More

TYPPS r. ANO n
Seating Capacity 3-3 Plan Rump Width of 13 inches
29-30 35-36 47-48 53-54 59-60 65-66 71-72 71 and Larger

Minimum Measurement Cowl to Center of Rear
Axle (In Inches)
119
119 161
189 210 224 245 *Transit

Maximum overall length of a bus including bumpers shall he 40 feet *Available in Puller or Pusher.
8. f:hild Check System- a child check system shall be provided meeting the following specifications.
The child check system alarm will not be activated until the warning lights/stop arm system has fully cycled. Once the child check system has been activated, whenever the driver turns the ignition to the "OFF" position the driver must walk to the rear of bus to de-activate the child check system. Any attempt to exit the bus by opening the entrance door a 112 db alarm will sound until system has been de-activated.
*Purchaser's Option: The C.A.R.E. alarm system is a purchaser's option and must be specifically requested by the local school system. This system is a motion activated alarm system that when activated, alerts the driver of students in "danger zones".
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9. Circulation Fan -A 6" adjustable circulation fan with guard shall be mounted in the upper or lower front left hand corner of the bus.
10. Clearance and Marker I .ights- Combination clearance and marker lights shall be installed at each of the four roof corners. The two front lights shall be amber in color; the two rear lights shall be red in color. A cluster of three lights shall be mounted between the clearance and marker lights in the front and the rear of the bus at the roofline.
Lights shall be armor type, or recessed.
11. Co1rn:- The school bus body shall be painted uniform color, National School Bus Yellow,
according to the specifications available from General Services Administration. The rear bumper shall be glossy black. The body trim, if used, shall be glossy black.
Option: The roof of a school bus may be painted white; however, the front and rear roof caps must remain yellow. The white roof may not extend beyond the drip rail on the side.
12. Control Panel -There shall be installed accessible to the driver an enclosed electrical accessory panel in which shall be located all relays, switches including heater and defroster, junction block, circuit breakers, flasher unit and door buzzer. Panel shall have a metal door for entrance into electrical panel with an adequate fastener. Panel lights shall be controlled by an adequate rheostat switch.
13. Defroster (Windshield) - The body shall be so equipped as to provide dueled, forced warm air to both right and left sides of the windshield. It shall be equipped with right side heaterdefroster system of not less than 50,000 B.T.U. capable of delivering warm forced air to the right windshield and service door. The total air volume moved shall be adequate to keep both right and left windshield free of frost or condensation.
Exception: Right side auxiliary heater is not required on transit buses.
Exception: On Type B vehicles, the defroster shall keep the windshield, the window to the left of the driver, and the glass in the viewing area to the right of the driver clear and shall meet FMVSS 103.
14. Disabled Vehicle Warning Devices- School bus shall come equipped with disabled vehicle hazard warning devices that meet FMVSS. 125 to be displaced according to state law in the event of a prolonged stop on a street or highway. Reflectors to be fitted in a case and conveniently mounted in the driver's compartment or under the rear passenger seat.
15. Driver's Seat- The driver's seat shall be of the high back type with a minimum seat back adjustment of 15 degrees and with a head restraint to accommodate a 95 percentile adult male (95 percentile adult male as defined in FMVSS 208). The driver's seat shall be secured with nuts, bolts, and washers or flange-headed nuts. The covering shall be cloth or a combination cloth and vinyl. Seat shall have a minimum 4-inch adjustment front to rear,
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and a minimum 4-inch adjustment up and down. Front to rear adjustment shall be designed for fmgertip control without use of tools.
16. Driver's Window- The driver's window shall be a two-piece window of either of the following types:
a. The front part opening either in or out and rear part lowering and raising by use of a regulating handle.
b. The two-piece sliding-sash type will be acceptable.
17. Electrical Systems- Wiring- All wiring shall conform to standards of the Society of Automotive Engineers, shall be color and number coded, insulated and protected by a covering of fibrous loom or approved equal. All joints shall be soldered or joined by equally effective connectors. Wiring shall be arranged in circuits as follows:
a. Head, tail, stop (brakes) and instrument panel b. Clearance and step well lamps. Step well lamps shall be actuated when service door is
opened. c. Dome lamps d. Ignition and emergency door signal e. Tum signals f. Stop arm and alternately flashing signal lamps g. Heater h. All body electrical circuits, with the exception of hazard-warning lights, shall be
operated through a solenoid actuated through the ignition switch.
Wiring through drilled holes in body shall be grommet protected. Wiring extending over sharp edges shall be protected by tubular loom.
18. Emergency Exits
Emergency Exit- Door- A suitable all-steel emergency door shall be provided at the rear center of the body or in case of rear engine buses, located on the left side of the body with a minimum twelve-inch clear aisle on rear engine buses. The door shall provide an emergency exit conforming to the requirements of FMVSS 217. The bottom of the opening provided shall not be above the floor line of the body interior. The door shall be securely hinged with one piano type or two heavy-duty pin-type hinges and shall open outward. Piano type hinges shall be equipped with a brass or stainless steel rod. The emergency door shall be designed to open from the inside and outside of the bus and shall be equipped with a fastening device, which may be quickly released, but is designed to offer protection against accidental release. Control from the driver's seat shall not be permitted. Provisions for opening from the outside shall consist of a non-detachable device designed to prevent hitching-to, but to permit opening when necessary.
The emergency door shall be equipped with a slide-bar cam-operated lock. The slide bar shall have a minimum stroke of one inch. The emergency lock shall be equipped with a
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22. Exterior Mirror- Each school bus shall be equipped with a system of exterior mirrors (as defmed in FMVSS 111.)
a. Rear Vision Mirror: The mirror system shall be capable of providing a view along the left and right sides of the vehicle, which will provide the driver with a view of the rear tires at ground level.
b. Crossview Mirror System: The crossview mirror system shall meet or exceed the requirements of FMVSS I I I. The crossview mirror system shall also provide drivers of varying heights the field of vision prescribed in the aforementioned standard, once locked into place, without any need for readjustment. The crossview mirror shall be an aspherical mirror of an elliptic paraboloid shape (Lo-Mar Model 330 or equivalent) in order to provide an image of the prescribed area around the bus that is easily discernible for the driver.
c. This system of mirrors shall be easily adjustable but be rigidly braced so as to reduce vibration.
Purchaser's Option: Mirror Lite Super Double Nichol and Safety Cross mirrors or equivalent.
Note: Items listed as Purchaser's Option must be specifically requested by the local school system.
23. Exterior Paint- The exterior paint of the body shall be painted National School Bus Yellow Enamel; the exterior of the complete bus body shall have a uniform fioish coating of National School Bus Yellow. The body sides shall be trimmed in National School Bus Black in a manner approved by the Transportation Division, Georgia Department of Education.
24. Exterior Side Panel -Exterior side panels shall have a minimum thickness of not less than 20-gauge sheet steel (or an equivalent material), free of scale and buckles and shall be securely riveted or bolted to roof bows or body posts. Spot welding of side panels will not be acceptable. Panels shall extend below the floor line to form a skirt of pleasing dimensions and appearance. The skirt shall be adequately supported and braced to the under body structure. The side panels shall be cut away at the wheel housings to permit easy rear wheel removal and shall be suitably reinforced at this point. Bolts may be used when it is impossible to use rivets. Any design of exterior panel must meet FMVSS 220 and FMVSS 221.
25. Fire Extinguisher- One pressurized, rechargeable, dry chemical type, fire extinguisher complete with hose, approved by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., with a total rating of 2AIOBC or greater. Extinguisher must be mounted in a bracket located in the driver's compartment and readily accessible to the driver and passengers. A pressure gauge shall be mounted on the extinguisher so as to be easily read without moving the extinguisher from the mounted position.
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e. With entrance door open, depress manual push button. Redpilot and red warning lights flash. Stop arm is automatically extended and lights on stop arm flash.
The circuit shall be constructed in such a manner so that one front and one rear light shall flash alternately with the other front and rear lights.
Monitor, dual warning and rear belt line lights. Electric monitor for dual warning lights front and rear, back up, tail, stop and directional lamps. Mounted on front upper inner panel above driver or in the front dash instrument panel. Gives positive indication of individual lamp operation.
A white flashing strobe shall be installed on the roof of the school bus in the second roof panel approximately four feet forward from the rear of the roof edge. Light shall have a single clear lens emitting light 360 degrees around its vertical axis and may not extend above the roofline approximately 4 1/2 inches. The roof-mounted strobe shall be wired so that it is activated by the manual 8-lamp flasher light switch and deactivated when the entrance door is closed. The system must also have an auxiliary switch to permit the operator to htm the light on in inclement conditions without activating the 8-light system. A pilot light must be included to indicate when light is in operation.
28. Floor Covering- The floor in the undersea! area, including the wheel housings and driver's compartment and toeboard, shall be covered with flre resistant rubber or equivalent floor covering. This material shall have a minimum thickness of .125 inch. The wheel housing covering shall be seamless, molded, one-piece.
The composition of the floor covering to be used under the seats, wheel housings, and driver's compartment shall be of the same composition as the floor covering used in the aisle of the bus.
Floor covering in the aisle shall be of aisle type, non-skid, wear-resistant ribs. The overall thickness shall be .1875 inch.
Floor covering must be permanently bonded to the floor and must not crack when subjected to sudden changes in temperahlre. Bonding or adhesive material shall be waterproof and shall be of type recommended by manufachlrer of floor covering material. All seams shall be sealed with waterproof sealer and covered with a protective molding, chemically bonded or heat welded.
The floor and floor covering materials shall have an opening cut over the fi.tel tank in the area of the fuel sending unit and/or in-tank fuel pump, allowing the removal of the fuel sending unit and/or fuel pump. This opening shall be sealed and covered by a metal plate attached to the flooring with metal screws.
29. Floor Stmch]fe- The floor material shall be not less than 14-gauge steel. All floor joints shall be gas tight to prevent the entrance of engine exhaust gases. Each joint in the floor sheet shall be made over a supporting cross member. In no case shall the distance between the floor supporting cross members be greater than eleven inches. A sectional type floor design with flanged edges of adjacent sections bolted, welded or riveted together to form a cross member will be acceptable. There shall be a main beam at each floor joint and at least two intermediate beams between. All beams shall be equal in length, except where struchlral members of feahlres restrict the area. All beams shall bear upon the chassis
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channels. All cross members shall have a minimum thickness equal to U.S. Standard 14gauge, or the main body sills shall have a minimum thickness equal to U.S. Standard 10gauge and the intermittent sills shall have a minimum thickness equal to U.S. Standard gauge 16.
The connections between the roof bows and/or side posts and sills shall be capable of distributing the load from the vertical posts to all floor sills. Body structure shall meet requirements ofFMVSS 220.
On Type B vehicles, the floor shall be level except for wheel housing, toeboard, and operator's platform area.
30. FJ~el Filler Opening Door- A suitable door of 16-gauge steel having a lock fastener shall be installed over fuel filler opening on side of body. The lock shall be an Illinois Tumbler Lock No. 5412W or an approved equal. Two keys shall be provided with each lock.
Exception- Type B vehicles- Manufacturer's Standard.
31. .Glass.- All glass shall meet FMVSS 205.
32. Heater- A heavy-duty combination fresh air and re-circulating air heater shall be provided. A duct shall be provided along the left side of the body extending beyond the driver's compartment. The heater shall be a hot water type rated at not less than 85,000 B.T.U. per hour per the SBMI test code at free delivery. The heater shall have electric motor driven fan or fans. The total air moved by the heater shall be not less than 500 cu. ft. per minute, part of which shall be fresh air drawn through the fresh air inlet located on or near the cowI below the windshield or driver's window. A heavy-duty tube and fm type brass or copper core shall be furnished. The heater core shall be set in rubber or shall be otherwise suitably supported in a manner to minimize shocks and strains, which might produce core leaks.
The heating system shall be so designed as to enable the driver to regulate the heated airflow in the driver's compartment.
Hose connections to core inlet and outlet shall be suitably supported to prevent vibrations being transferred to the core and causing leaks. All switches for the control of the heater fan motors shall be grouped with motor protection fuses or circuit breakers in a manner to provide maximum accessibility. A suitably water control valve shall be provided on the heater within easy reach of the driver.
If the fresh air intake is located on the side of the bus below the driver's window, there shall be a sheet steel air scoop of approved design mounted in such a manner as to provide a slight pressurized air supply into the heater when the bus is in motion. The air scoop shall be made of not less than 20-gauge steel and shall be securely fastened to the body panel with sheet metal screws. The heater shall be located at the driver's left and shall rest upon the floor of the body and against the body wall.
Exception: Transit Buses.
Each heater water circuit installation shall include a brass % inch gate valve or quarter tum ball seat valve installed as near the engine as possible in both the supply and return lines. Accessible bleeder valves shall be installed in an appropriate place in the return lines of body company installed heaters to remove air from the heater lines.
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The heater hoses should be as short as possible but must not interfere with normal motor maintenance practices. The hose shall not rub against sharp edges nor interfere with or restrict the operation of motor functions such as the spark advance, etc. Heater lines on the interior of the bus shall be shielded to prevent scalding of the driver or passengers.
Exception: A rear undersea! heater of not less than 80,000 B.T.U. and a heat booster pump are required on 73 passenger and larger.
Exception: Type B buses shall be equipped with a high output 80,000 B.T.U. fresh air type heater; or a combined heater/defroster system of I 10,000 B.T.U.
Note: Also see Section 12 (Defroster).
33. Insulation- The body panels (side, roof, front, and rear including comers) and roof bows shall be insulated completely with not less than I 1/2 inches of fiberglass insulation material which is fire and moisture resistant, or approved equal. Insulation material shall be approved by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
The entire underside of the body, including wheel housings, shall be coated to a minimum thickness of 1116" with high quality automotive type undersea!, Federal Specification 11-C520b or approved equal, to protect the body from rust and to seal and insulate the floor.
34. Interior Lighting -An adequate well-protected step well light shall be provided for all buses. Interior lights shall be face mounted ceiling lights and fewer than:

Seating Capacity 16 to 27 28 to 46 47 to 58 59 to 70 71 to 78 79 to 90

Number of Lights 2 3 4 5 6 7

35. Interior Mirror- One rear view non-glare mirror 6 inches x 30 inches in size, having a metal frame and back, shall be securely attached on the windshield header and so located as to give the driver a clear view of the entire interior of the bus and road behind. Buses equipped with tinted windows may use a clear mirror of the same size.
36. Interior Paint- The interior of the body shall be painted with the body manufacturer's standard color, unless otherwise specified in the bid. Body shall be properly masked before applying interior paint. One prime coat, one mist finish coat, and one full fmish coat applied with a hot spray process and baked will be required on panels and ceilings. Metal shall be cleaned and paint applied as stated above.

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37. Interior- Panels, Floor and Windows- The body shall be of double wall construction throughout except for floor and windows. The interior panels shall be not less than 22gauge sheet steel securely fastened to frame members in an approved manner.

Panels shall be so designed and fastened to minimize vibrations and rumble and shall be installed so as to be easily removed. There shall be a cove molding installed at the junction of the side paneling and the floor. A suitable metal strip or molding shall be directly below the side windows or an approved equally effective design. Ifthe ceiling is constructed so as to contain lapped joints, forward panels shall be lapped by rear panels and exposed edges shall be beaded, hemmed, flanged, or otherwise treated to minimize sharp edges.

38. I .ettering- Exterior- Lettering and numbering shall conform to "Series B" of Standard

Alphabets for Highway Signs and shall be painted on body and shall include the following:

On the sides, the words "

County Schools" or "

City Schools" shall be

printed with 5-inch high black letters. On the front of the bus shall be placed the words,

"SCHOOL BUS" in 8-inch high black letters. On the rear of the bus, "SCHOOL BUS"

shall be painted in 8-inch high black letters. The words "EMERGENCY DOOR" shall

appear near the top of the emergency door in 2-inch high black letters. Lettering must not

interfere with the words "SCHOOL BUS." No other lettering or motto will be permitted.

A black 6-inch high number, as furnished by the county, shall be painted on both sides and in the rear of the bus. The number shall be located in an appropriate place near the entrance on the right side, and in front of the stop arm on the left side. The rear number shall be located under the right taillight. A minimum 4-inch high yellow number shall be located on the left side of the front bumper. A privately owned bus shall carry the owner's name in black 3-inch high letters under the number on the right side of the bus.

(Paint used in lettering shall be an approved synthetic enamel. Vinyl lettering may be used if the lettering used has a warranty of 10 years.)

39. License Holder- Two combination tail and stop lights located on left rear and right rear of body. The bus number shall be painted on the right hand side in not less than 4-inch numerals. The top of the numerals shall be l-inch below the light.

40. Metal Surfaces- All metal surfaces shall be chemically cleaned, phosphate coated and primed before assembly. After the body has been assembled, the prime coat shall then be cleaned and one mist fmish coat and one full finish coat are applied with a spray process and baked.

41. Metal Treatment- The metal used in construction of bus body of 12 gauge or less in thickness shall be zinc or aluminum coated or treated by equivalent process before bus is constructed. (Included are such items as structural members, inside and outside panels, floor panels and floor sills; excluded are door handles, grab handles, interior decorative parts, and other interior painted or plated parts.) All metal parts that will be painted shall be (in addition to above requirements) chemically cleaned, etched, zinc-phosphate coated, and zinc-chromate or epoxy-primed or conditioned by equivalent process.

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In providing for these requirements, particular attention shall be given to lapped surfaces, welded connections of structural members, cut edges, punched or drilled hole areas in sheet metal, closed or box sections, unvented or undrained areas, and surfaces subjected to abrasion during vehicle operation.
As evidence that above requirements have been met, samples of materials and sections used in construction of bus body, when subjected to 1,000-hour salt spray test as provided for in latest revision of American Society of Testing Materials.
Designation: B117, "Standard Method of Salt Spray (Fog) Testing,"' shall not lose more than ten percent of material by weight.
42. Mounting - The body shall be attached to the chassis frame by means of the manufacturer's regular clips. Shear bolts or other equally effective device may be used to prevent slippage. Anti-squeak material or rubber pads shall be used to insulate the body from the chassis. The body shall be securely attached to the rear of the cowl with the attachment provided by the chassis manufacturer or other equally effective device. The junctions shall be sealed with the best grade of sealant to form a gas-tight and watertight seam.
43. Name Plate- There shall be installed in each bus body, above the windshield or above driver's window a manufacturer's name plate, on which shall be shown the name of the manufacturer, serial number of body, designed seating capacity, reduced capacity, and date built.
44. Openings - The openings shall be provided for servicing, removing or repairing any chassis components, such as the clutch, transmission, etc., which must be reached through the floor. Wheel housings shall be the full open type to provide maximum access to tires and wheels. Their thickness shall be of not less than 16-gauge steel and shall be securely attached to floor sheets to prevent any water or dust from entering the body.
The height of the wheel housings shall not be greater than the distance from the floor to the underside of the seats. The size of the wheelhouse shall be such that tire chains will have proper clearance.
All openings between chassis and passenger carrying compartment made due to alteration by body manufacturer must be sealed.
45. Passenger Seats- The backside of all pupil seats shall be constructed alike except that the rear row of seats is not required to meet the forward and rearward performance of dynamic requirements of FMVSS 222. Seats shall be forward facing and shall be spaced to obtain a minimum of 24-inch hip to knee room measured horizontally at seat cushion level at the transverse centerline of seat. (Greater seat spacing may be specified on local bids not to exceed the maximum allowable per FMVSS 222.) All seats shall be 39 inches wide and approximately 14 inches deep except for left rear seat, which may be 26 inches to provide for emergency egress as required by FMVSS 217. Right front seats may be 26 inches to allow for additional entrance aisle space. Seats shall be arranged to provide a minimum of
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12 inches aisle space. A row of two seats shall be provided for each six passengers in determining the passenger capacity of the body.
Exception: Type B vehicles may use seats less than 39 inches.
46. Projections The interior of the bus shall be free of all unnecessary projections likely to cause injury to the passengers.
47. Rear Window- A rear window shall be installed on each side of the rear emergency door. Each rear window shall have a minimum glass area of 140 square inches and shall be set solid in a waterproof manner.
Exception -Rear Engine Transit Buses.
48. Reflective Material -Rear of bus shall be marked with strips of reflective National School Bus Yellow (NSBY) material to outline the perimeter of the back of the bus using material which conforms with the requirements ofFMVSS 571.131 Table 1. The perimeter marking of rear emergency ex:ifs per FMVSS 217 and/or the use of reflective "SCHOOL BUS" signs partially accomplish the objective of this requirement. To complete the perimeter marking of the back of the bus, strips of at least I 3/4" reflective NSBY material shall be applied horizontally above the rear windows and above the rear bumper extending from the rear emergency exit perimeter marking outward to the left and right rear comers of the bus; and vertical strips shall be applied at the comers connecting these horizontal strips.
"SCHOOL BUS" signs, if not of lighted design, shall be marked with reflective NSBY material comprising background for lettering of the front and/or rear "SCHOOL BUS" stgns.
Sides of bus body shall be marked with reflective NSBY material at least I 3/4" in width, extending the length of the bus body and located (vertically) between the floor line and the beltline.
Bumpers may be stripped with horizontal2-inch black solid stripe engineering grade or better.
49. Reflectors- Two amber and four red reflectors shall be installed on the body. These reflectors may be plastic type mounted in or on aluminum or plastic frames and 3-inch minimum in diameter. All reflector installations shall meet Federal Safety Standards FMVSS 108.
50. Rilllf- The roof shall be made of not less than 20-gauge sheet steel panels formed to fit the roofbus. All joints shall be adequately sealed to render them completely watertight.
51. Roaf Bows and Post - Roof bows and body post may be one-piece or three- piece construction. When roof bows and post are separated and jointed at the window header, the connections shall be such as to develop the full strength of the cross section.
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Bows and post shall have a minimum thickness equal to U.S. Standard 16 gauge and shall have a minimum depth of 11/4 inches. Bows or posts shall be securely anchored to the floor structure, except at the wheelhouse. A roof bow and post design which meets FMVSS 220 and FMVSS 221, and passes the side intrusion test, will be acceptable.
52. Roaf Stringer- Two or more roof stringers or longitudinal members shall be provided to connect the roof bows and to reinforce the flattest portion of the roof skin. These members shall be a minimum thickness equal to U.S. Standard 16-gauge metal3 inches wide before forming. These stringers may be installed between roof bows or applied externally.
The roof stringers shall extend from the windshield header and when combined with the rear emergency dootpost are to function as longitudinal members extending from the windshield header to the rear floor body cross member. At all points of contact between stringers or longitudinal members and other structural material, attachment shall be made by means of welding, riveting or bolting. The design and application of roof stringers must meet FMVSS 220 and FMVSS 221.
53. Rub Rails- Externally applied rub rails shall be installed on each side of the bus body. The minimum thickness shall be U.S. Standard gauge 16. These rails shall be corrugated or profiled to provide maximum strength.
(1) One rub rail shall be located under the windowsills. It shall begin at the entrance doorpost and extend to the rear body post on the right side of the bus body, and shall begin at the windshield post and extend to the rear body post on the left side of the bus body. The above rub rail may be omitted only when the internal longitudinal member below the window meets or exceeds the requirement of the rub rail. (2) The seat level rub rail shall begin at the entrance doorpost on the right side of the body and except for the emergency door, extend around the rear ofthe body to the left windshield post. (3) The floor level rub rail shall begin at the entrance doorpost on the right side of the bus body and extend to the rear body post, and shall begin at the left windshield post and extend to the rear body post on the left side of the bus body except for the openings at the wheel wells. (4) A rub rail at the bottom of the skirt shall begin at the entrance doorpost and extend to the left windshield post with the exception of the openings at the wheel wells and the bumper.
Rub rails shall be securely attached at least twice to each body post within their length. Splices are not allowed unless rub rail is extended around rear comer radius and must be made at a body post near the rear of body. No exception other than is caused by location of battery box door, engine doors, side emergency door, and electrical panel access door.
54. Screws, Bolts, Nuts, and Washers -All screws within reach of children shall be Phillips head or clutch head type. All bolts, nuts, screws, and washers used in the construction of the body shall be Parker zed, cadmium plated, or thoroughly treated to prevent rust.
55. Seat Belt/ShruJlder Harness- A type 2 lap belt/shoulder harness seat belt shall be provided for the driver. The assembly shall be equipped with an emergency locking retractor (ELR) for the continuous belt system. The lap portion ofthe belt shall be guided or anchored where practical to prevent the driver from sliding sideways under it.
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56. Seat 01shions - Seats and back cushions of all seats shall be designed to safely support designated number of pupils under normal road conditions encountered in school bus service. Seat, seat back cushion, crash barrier, header pads, and the underneath portion of the seat shall be covered with an Aramid Kevlar, Preform or approved equivalent fire block material having 42-ounce finished weight, 54-inch width, and fmished vinyl coating of 1.06 broken twill or other material with equal tensile strength, tear strength, seam strength, adhesion strength, resistance to abrasion, resistance to cold, and flex separation. All padding and coverings to be of frre-resistant material meeting FMVSS 302. Seats shall be padded to meet FMVSS 222. Back cushions shall be constructed so as to eliminate exposed screws or bolts, which contribute to vandalism.
57. Seat Frame and Mounting- The seat frame, excluding mountings and reinforcements, shall be made of steel tubing. Each seat leg shall be secured to the floor by a minimum of two bolts, washers, and nuts, or washer/nut combination. Seat mounting shall meet FMVSS 222. All seat frames shall be fastened to the seat rail with two bolts, washers, and nuts, or washer/nut combination.
58. Service Door- The entrance door shall be a double wall steel or aluminum, outward opening or jackknife (forward folding), located at the right front comer of the body and controlled by the driver through a manual or power device of approved construction. The door shall be adequately supported on piano-type or pivot-type hinges, and shall be provided with suitable weather stripping. The manual door control linkage shall be of such design as to prevent inadvertent opening, including a manual over- center locking feature, plus a manual locking catch.
If the door is a split-type design, a safety gap of approximately two inches shall be allowed between the two halves of the door, and this opening shall be filled by means of suitable flexible safety flaps securely attached to the door. The door shall completely enclose the step well and when fully opened shall provide an entrance ofnot less than 24 inches. The door shall be so designed and the weather stripping so mounted that there is no tendency for the stripping to dislodge during opening and closing operations. Two glassed-in openings shall be provided in each door half with panes secmely mounted in rubber. A suitable drip molding or rail to shed water out of the door area shall be provided.
Inside of door header shall be padded with a pad of at least 3 inches wide and 1 inch thick and extend the full width of the door.
59. Side Windows- The side windows shall be aluminum or zinc coated steel, split-sash type. The windows and frames shall be designed and constructed to guarantee a rain-tight, weather-tight dry body well. A suitable drip rail, visor or similar water shedding device shall be provided for each window. The last window on each side may be set in rubber, without provision for adjustment, if the body design makes it impracticable to install an adjustable window at that point. Minimum window width shall be 22 inches. The amount of window travel shall be not less than 9 inches or more than 12 inches. The top sash shall be controlled by a latch with no exterior protrusion.
60. Static I .oad Test- Body structure shall meet requirements of FMVSS 220.
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61. Steering Wheel -There shall be a distance of at least 2 inches between steering wheel and cowl, instrument panel, windshield, and any other surface.
62. Stop Ann- There shall be installed on the left outside of the body an electric-operated, high density, reflectorized stop arm equipped with four alternating flasher lights or high intensity L.E.D. (Light Emitting Diode) lights, or strobe lights, which shall be connected to the alternately red flashing signal lamp circuits. The stop arm shall be of an octagonal shape with high intensity, reflectorized sheeting of white letters and border and a red background meeting FMVSS 131 and sheeting shall be warranted for 10 years.
Buses of 48 passenger design capacity or greater will have either a second stop arm located at the rear of the bus on the driver's side, or an electronic driver alert sign on the emergency door. The driver alert sign would display a caution alert when the school bus is preparing to stop, warn motorist not to pass when the bus is stopped and signal caution as the bus is backing. The second stop arm would be required, if chosen instead ofthe driver alert, on all buses of 48 through 90 passenger design capacity. The second stop arm shall have the same specifications as the stop arm described in Item 62, except only on the side facing traffic overtaking the school bus from the rear. Buses under 48 capacity would be required to have the driver alert sign on the emergency door.
(Purchaser Option: Air-operated stop sign: Valve to operate device shall actuate switch through a solenoid to operate flasher stop lights and stop arm lights. Line fittings shall be brass. Buses equipped with air accessories shall be equipped with a pressure protection valve between the air source and the air accessories.)
63. Crossing Gate - Buses shall be equipped with a crossing gate. The gate, when activated, shall extend a minimum of 5'6" from the face of the front bumper. The gate shall be on the right side of the front bumper and shall be activated by the same switch controlling the stop arm and work in conjunction with the stop arm. The crossing gate shall be electrically operated.
(Purchaser's Option: Air-operated crossing gate may be requested; chassis must be equipped or bid with the power source.)
When both the stop arm and the crossing gate are air operated each device shall be equipped with a separate solenoid and pressure regulator.
64. Stop and Tail I.ights- Large- A 38 square inch plain red lamp shall be mounted on each side of the rear of the bus body just inside the tum signals. The stoplights shall be wired into the chassis stop light circuit. Lamps can be incandescent or LED.
65. Stmctural Components- The body shall consist of the floor system, bows, posts, bow frames, strainers, front and rear framing, sheet metal exterior skin, wheel housings, and rub rails. The exterior roof caps, service access panels, and light panels shall be of steel except that fiber glass or other composite materials may be used if all Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
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Standards are met and if the manufactmer can show that the material used is dmable under normal operating conditions.
66. Sun Visor- The minimum size of the transparent sun visor is to be 6 inches x 30 inches. The sun visor shall be securely mounted to the body above the windshield and double mounted in a heavy-duty adjustable bracket.
67. Tail I .ights- Each bus shall be equipped with two-combination tail and stop lights emitting a red light plainly visible for 500 feet. One taillight shall be mmmted on the left side of the rear of the bus body above the license holder and the other at approximately the same position on the right side of the rear of the bus body. The taillights shall be wired into the chassis lighting system.
68. Tail Pipe- The tail pipe shall extend to, but not beyond perimeter of the body.
69. Tow Hooks- The body shall be equipped with tow hooks, attached so as not to project beyond the rear bumper.
70. Tum Signal J!nits- The front two directional signals shall be provided and installed by the chassis manufacturer in compliance with Federal Regulations. The bus shall be equipped with two side-mounted directional lights mounted on the side toward the front of the bus; one near the stop signal arm on the left and one on the right side to the rear of service door of the bus, Grote 200 or approved equal.
The rear two 38 square inch lights with an amber arrow on the inside of the lens shall be face mounted. The tum signals shall be Cats-Eye 45A, Weldon 1000, or approved equal. These tum signals shall be mounted just under the windows on the outside comers of the rear of the bus. When LED turn signals are used, arrows are not required.
71. Ventilation- The body shall be equipped with a ventilation system suitably controlled of sufficient capacity to maintain proper quantity of air without opening windows except in extremely warm weather. A static type exhaust roof ventilator shall be installed in lowpressure area of roof panel. The ventilator shall be designed to provide full protection from rain and to exhaust air from within the bus body by creating a low-pressure area while the bus is in motion.
72. Window Headers - An internal window header shall be located at the roofline and shall make a complete loop around the body of the bus. It shall be securely fastened to all roof bows or body posts.
An additional internal longitudinal stmctural member shall be located between the window and floor lines.
The window headers and longitudinal stmctural members shall be a minimum of 16-gauge metal 3 inches wide before forming. These members are to be fastened to each vertical stmctural member.
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The fastening method employed shall be such that the strength of the members is fully utilized. A window header design, which meets or exceeds FMVSS 220 and FMVSS 221 and passes the side intrusion, is acceptable.
73. Windshield Cleaning Steps -A folding windshield step and a convenient chrome, other noncorrosive metal, or equivalent non-corrosive material handle shall be installed on each side of the body on lower section of cowl for easy accessibility for cleaning the windshield. The handle shall be a heavy-duty handle, approximately 8 inches in length with 1 1/2 inch clearance. The handle shall be attached to the bus by four non-corrosive metal fasteners.
Exception: Transit- windshield step may be in or on top of front bumper.
74. Windshield and Windows- Glass in windshield shall be heat-absorbent, laminated plate. Windshield shall be large enough to permit driver to see roadway clearly, shall be slanted to reduce glare, and shall be installed between front comer posts that are designed and placed to afford minimum obstruction to driver's view of roadway.
Windshield shall be tinted and have horizontal gradient band starting slightly above line of driver's vision and gradually decreasing in light transmission to 20 percent or less at top of windshield.
75. Windshield Wipers and Washers- Bus shall be equipped with one (1) or two (2) windshield wiper motors controlled by a single switch. Each wiper motor shall have two (2) speeds and intermittent feature. The design of the wiper shall be such to afford the maximum wiped area and good driver view. If a single wiper motor is used, the system shall meet the requirements of SAE standard J198.
Exception: Transit buses shall be equipped with a minimum of24-inch windshield wiper arm and a minimum 17-inch blade.
An electric, or air-operated windshield washer shall be furnished and installed and shall be activated by means of a dashboard mounted switch. The water reservoir shall be made of rigid plastic and shall be mounted under the hood on the conventional and metropolitan or in the driver's compartment on the transit. The container shall have a minimum capacity of two quarts.
The windshield washer nozzle shall direct a continuous stream of water into the path of the wiper blades until the mechanism is turned off.
1American Society of Testing Materials, 1916 Race Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103.
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PART IV
BODY SPECIFICATIONS
EXCEPTIONAL CHILD BUS
Table of Contents
Aisle ..................................................................................................................... D-1 Fastening Devices................................................................................................ D-1 & D-2 Fuel Tank ............................................................................................................. D-2 General Requirements .......................................................................................... D-2 Lift Uprights, Barriers and Chain........................................................................ D-2 & D-3 Passenger Restraining Devices............................................................................ D-3 Passenger Seats.................................................................................................... D-3
Power Lift............................................................................................................ D-3 - D-5
Seatbelt Cutter...................................................................................................... D-5 Special Lights ................................................................................. ..................... D-5 Special Service Doors .......................................................................................... D-5 & D-6 Special Service Opening...................................................................................... D-6 Windows .............................................................................................................. D-6

Note:

Where there is conflict between Georgia and Federal Specifications, Federal Specifications shall prevail. Buses must meet Georgia Specifications to the extent that National School Transportation Specifications and Procedures are exceeded or the item is specifically addressed; otherwise, 2000 National School Transportation Specifications and Procedures are considered as a minimum.

1. Ai.sle- The aisle leading from the wheelchair position to at least one exit door and the lift area shall be a minimum of 30 inches to allow a wheelchair to be moved between the two rows of seats in the event an emergency evacuation of the bus is necessary.

2. Fastening Deyices

a. Body shall be designed for positioning and securement of mobile seating devices and occupants in a forward-facing orientation. Securement system hardware and attachment points for the forward- facing system shall be provided.

b. Mobile seating device securement system shall utilize four-point tie- downs, with a minimum of two body floor attachment points located at the rear of the space designated for the mobile seating device and a minimum of two body floor attachment points at the front of the space.

c. A Type 2 occupant securement system shall provide for securement of the occupant's pelvic lap area and upper torso area, with height adjustable shoulder restraint.

d. The mobile seating device/occupant securement system shall be successfully dynamically sled-tested at a minimum impact speed/force of30 mph/20 G's. The dynamic test shall be performed using system components and hardware (including attachment hardware), which are identical to the final installation in type, configuration, and positioning. The body structure at the attachment points may be simulated for the purpose of the sled test, but the simulated structure used to pass the sled test may not exceed the strength of the attachment structure to be used in the final body installation. The mobile seating device used for test purposes shall be a 150 pound powered wheelchair and the occupant shall be a 50th percentile male test dummy as specified in FMVSS Part 571.208. Measurements shall be made on the test dummy during the test for head acceleration, upper thorax acceleration, and upper leg compressive force. These measurements shall not exceed the upper limits set forth in FMVSS Part 571.208, 86.1.2, 6.1.3, and 6.1.4. The test dummy shall be retained within the securement system throughout the test and forward excursion shall be such that no portion of the test dummy's head or knee pivot point passes through a vertical transverse plane intersecting the forward-most point of the floor space designated for the mobile seating device. All hardware shall remain positively attached throughout the test and there shall be no failure of any component. Each mobile seating device belt assembly including attachment hardware and anchorages shall be capable of withstanding a force of not less than 2,500 pounds. This will provide equal mobile seating device securement when subjected to forces generated by forward, rear or side impact.

The belt materials at each space designated for the mobile seating device and the occupant restraint system shall be similar in size and fabric.
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e. Occupant securement belt assemblies and anchorages shall also be certified to meet the requirements ofFMVSS 209 and 210.
f. The occupant securement system must be designed to be attached to the bus body either directly or in combination with the mobile seating device securement system, by a method, which prohibits the transfer of weight or force from the mobile seating device to the occupant in the event of an impact.
g. All securement system attachments or coupling hardware not permanently attached shall be a "positive latch" type or hook with automatic self-tensioning and self locking retractors, to prohibit accidental disconnecting.
h. All attachment or coupling systems designed to be connected or disconnected frequently shall be accessible and operable without the use of tools or other mechanical assistance.
i. All securement system hardware and components shall be free of sharp or jagged areas and shall be a non-corrosive material or treated to resist corrosion.
j. The occupant securement system shall be made of materials, which do not stain, soil, or tear an occupant's clothing.
k. No mobile seating device securement system hardware shall be placed so that a mobile seating device can be placed blocking access to lift door.
I. The following information shall be provided with each vehicle equipped with a securement system.
(1) Detailed instmctions, including a parts list, regarding installation and use of the system.
(2) Detailed instmctions, including a diagram, regarding the proper placement and positioning of the system, including correct belt angles.
3. Fuel Tank - A fuel tank meeting FMVSS 301 mounted on the left or right side of chassis frame or between chassis frame rails will be furnished by the chassis manufacturer.
4. General Recp1irements- Bus body stmcture and equipment shall conform to Georgia Chassis and Body Specifications - Conventional, Transit, Metropolitan, and Small School Buses approved by the State Board of Education except for modifications necessary for installation of special equipment listed herein.
Any school bus purchased for the transportation of physically handicapped children shall be equipped with a powered lift. Lift shall be located on right side of the body, in no way attached to the exterior but confined within the perimeter of the standard school bus body.
5. I .ift l !prigbts, Barriers and Chain
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a. There shall be a padded barrier in front of all forward-facing passenger seats that do not have another seat in front of it. The barrier shall meet FMVSS 222. Kick/modesty panels shall be installed between the bottom of the barrier(s) and the floor and between the leg(s) and wall to ensure that pupils will not slip under the barriers.
b. There shall be either a seatback, FMVSS barrier, or padded stanchion with modesty panel in front of the forward most wheelchair position.
6. Passenger Restraining Devices
When restraining devices are specified, one shall be provided for each seated passenger. Buckles must be non-reflective.
7. Passenger Seats - All passenger seats shall be forward facing. Track seating that meets standard 222 is acceptable.
8. Power I.ift
a. Unit or lift must be of a standard make by a national known manufacturer and approved by the Department of Education. A circuit breaker or fuse shall be installed between power source and lift motor. Lifting mechanism shall have a minimum capacity of 800 lbs. Power unit shall be an electro-hydraulic, self-contained motor pump, valve and reservoir unit or approved equal. Lifting cylinder shall have honed surfaces. The piston rod shall be ground, polished and chrome-plated. All hydraulic oil hoses must conform to or be better than SAE Specification 100-R3. Hose fittings and metal hydraulic lines shall be made of material other than galvanized pipe. The electric motor for the hydraulic pump must have a duty cycle 1: I. When the drive motor and hydraulic pump are located inside the bus, it shall be installed in such a manner so as not to interfere with the movement of wheelchairs through the bus aisle. It shall be enclosed to prevent transported students from coming in contact with the unit and it shall be readily accessible to service personnel for routine service and for maintenance. When the hydraulic pump and drive motor are installed below the floor level, they shall be enclosed in a box accessible through a door installed in the body skirt.
No lift shall be mounted in the rear of the bus nor blocking an emergency exit.
Any vendor marketing lifts in Georgia shall guarantee repair or replacement parts availability within 72 hours of notice.
b. The lift platform shall provide for power operation up and power or gravity-down. Gravity-down lifts must have a pressure compensated valve located at the end of the cylinder; the time period for descent shall be 6 seconds or longer. When the lift platform ls in the fully up position, it shall be locked in position mechanically by means other than a support, or lug, on the door. The lift mechanism shall be equipped with adjustable limit switches and/or by-pass valves to prevent excessive pressure from building in the hydraulic system when the platform reaches the full up position or the
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ground. The lift travel shall be as near vertical as possible according to lift design. A swing arm design that travels in an arc is not acceptable.
c. Lift platform shall conform to door and floor opening. All edges of platform shall be designed to restrain wheelchairs and operator's feet from becoming entangled during raising and lowering process. Platform ends shall be fitted with full-width shields, which extend above floor when lift platform is in lowered position.
d. Lift platform shall have a minimum size of 44 inches in length, width shall be capable of accommodating a 30-inch cube, and shall be equipped with folding handrails.
e. Power lifts shall be so equipped that they may be manually raised in the event of power failure of the power lift mechanism, and must be capable of raising a 400-pound load.
f. Platform floor surface is to be covered with ribbed-surfaced rubber, 1/8" minimum thickness, RCA or approved equal, except when platform is made of expanded metal. Edges of platform and adjacent floor shall be properly fmished and all seams covered with molding as required for bus floor. Flexible seals designed to keep dirt, water and fumes out when in a locked position shall be installed along platform edges.
g. Lifts installed in buses of 35-capacity body shell or larger may be through the floor type and adjacent under-floor areas, three sides, shall be closed off with properly designed shields when platform is in lowered position.
h. A self-adjusting, non-skid metal ramp of a width to minimize incline to lift platform and of sufficient strength to support the front wheels of a wheelchair with student shall be hinged to door side of lift platform. Control over lowering and placement of ramp shall be convenient to attendant when standing on platform. When installed in bus bodies longer than 20 feet, it shall be power operated.
i. Positioning of power unit shall be controlled by momentary type switch mounted within bus and adjacent to lift, convenient to attendant when standing upon lift platform and when the lift is in any position. An actuating switch shall be installed in the circuit so that the lift mechanism will not operate when the lift platform doors are closed.
J. With the exception of floor molding, no metal screws are to be used in fabrication of platform assembly.
k. Alternator shall have an output of at least 100 amperes.
I. The rear heater shall be at least 50,000 B.T.U.
m. Fire Suppression System - The engine compartment shall be protected by a vehicle thematic (VT model type) fire extinguisher system with NAF S-Ill liquid clean agent. The system shall be activated by a quartzoid thermal release bulb spray nozzle pre set at 286 degrees Fahrenheit and mounted down wind from potential ignition points. The thermal release bulb spray nozzle shall be connected to a steel canister capable of
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holding sufficient amount ofliquid vaporizing suppressant to protect the fire hazard area. The fire suppressant shall be non-corrosive and shall not leave any residue after discharge (a flexible distribution hose shall be used when the canister is mounted in the passenger compartment). A pressure gauge shall be provided on the canister to allow service personnel to monitor status of the charge of the canister. The system shall be capable of being activated whether the engine is running or not. A warning light shall be provided to alert the driver when the system is activated.
9. Seatbelt Cutter
Seat Belt Cutter- a seatbelt cutter is required.
10. Special Lights- Two lights shall be provided for the lift, one located inside the bus over the
special service door and one located in the skirt near the lift, to provide light for the lift platform when lowered. The exterior light shall be a minimum of 3 V2 inches, comparable to the backup lights, and both lights shall be operated from a single switch located in the door area.
11. Special Service Doors
a. A single door may be used for enclosing an opening that is not more than 44" wide.
b. Lift openings more than 44" wide shall be enclosed by two doors of equal width.
c. All doors must open outwardly.
d. If body opening extends through body skirt, doors shall extend to bottom of body skirt. When ramps are used, door or doors shall extend from window header to below floor line covering the ramp container.
e. All doors shall be weather sealed and so constructed that a flange on the forward door overlaps the edge of rear post or door when closed. Design shall provide positive means of holding door, or doors, in open position during lift operation. Friction type catches are not acceptable.
f. When manually operated dual doors are provided, rear door shall have at least a onepoint fastening arrangement to header. Fmward mounted door shall have a two-point fastening device extending to header and to rear door or platform door. These locking devices shall afford maximum safety when doors are in the closed position. Doors shall be hinged to body side using a heavy-duty piano-type hinge fitted with brass pin. When single door is used, locking device shall meet requirements for emergency door lock.
g. All doors shall have positive fastening devices to hold doors in the open position.
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h. Door materials, panels and structural strength shall be equivalent to the conventional service and emergency doors. Color, rub rail extensions, lettering, and other exterior features shall match adjacent sections of the body.
1. Each door shall have glass window set in rubber compatible with and set to the lower line of adjacent sash.
J. Doors shall be equipped with a device that will actuate an audible or visible signal located in the driver's compartment when not securely closed.
12. Special Service Opening a. There shall be an enclosed service opening located on the right side of bus. If it is located forward of rear wheels, it shall be located away from the regular service entrance so any fully opened, forward-mounted door will not obstruct the conventional service entrance. Minimum clear opening shall be 30" for a ramp or lift. b. Door posts, headers and floor sections around this special opening shall be reinforced to provide strength and support equivalent to adjacent sidewall and floor construction of an unaltered model. c. Inside of door header shall be padded with a pad of at least 3 inches wide and one inch thick and extend the full width of the door. d. A drip molding shall be installed above opening so as to effectively spill water from entrance.
13. Windows - Systems may wish to specify tinted windows in Exceptional Child Bus. Note: When purchasing a lift bus, the width and length ofthe lift platform should be sufficient to accommodate the types of wheelchairs used. [Buses with flat floors must be equipped with low-profile tires.]
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PARTY

BODY AND CHASSIS SPECIFICATIONS

SMALL SCHOOL BUS

TYPE A

Table of Contents

CHASSIS-- MINIMUM EQIIIPMENT REQI!IRED

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Air Cleaner........................................................................................................... E-1 Alternator............................................................................................................. E-1 Battery.................................................................................................................. E-1 Back-up Lights ..................................................................................................... E-1 Brakes .................................................................................................................. E-1 Chassis ...... ....... .. ....... .. .... ... ...... ........ ..... ..... ... .. ... ........... ..... ........ ..... .. ....... ...... ... ... E-1 Defroster ...... .... ... ....... ..... .... ... ..... .... ... .... ...... ...... ... ..... .. .... ... .. .... .. .... ... ... .... ........... E-1 Differential Ratio ... ... ..... ... ....... ....... ..... ...... ....... ......... ... ..... .. ... ... .... ... ....... ... ... .. ... . E-1 Drive Shaft........................................................................................................... E-1 Engine Size ... .. ..... ......... ... .. ..... ...... .. .... ..... .... ............. ... .... ..... .... ... .. .. ...... .. ...... ... ... E-1 Exhaust System.................................................................................................... E-1 Fuel Tank ............................................................................................................. E-1 Glass ..................................................................................................................... E-1 GVWR ................................................................................................................. E-2 Horns .................................................................................................................... E-2 Mirrors ................................................................................................................. E-2 Oil Filter ............................................................................................................... E-2 Shock Absorbers .................................................................................................. E-2 Springs ........................... ....... ..... .. ... ... ... ........ ....... ..... ...... ... ... ... ... ... ....... ............ ... E-2 Steering .... ... .... ... .. ... ..... .... ........ ...... .... ..... .... ...... .... ... .. .... .... ..... ... .... ... ... .... ............ E-2 Suspension, Front and Rear ................................................................................. E-2 Tires ..................................................................................................................... E-2 Transmission ........................................................................................................ E-2 Tum Signals ......................................................................................................... E-2 Undercoating ........................................................................................................ E-2 Wananty .............................................................................................................. E-2 Wheel Base .......................................................................................................... E-2 Windshield Washer .............................................................................................. E-2 Windshield Wipers............................................................................................... E-2 Wiring .................................................................................................................. E-2

Table of Contents (continued)
BODY-- MTNIM1IM EQIITPMENT REQIJIRED
Back-up Alarm..................................................................................................... E-2 Barrier .................................................................................................................. E-2 Circulation Fan .................................................................................................... E-3 Clearance and Marker Lights ............................................................................... E-3 Disabled Vehicle Warning Devices ..................................................................... E-3 Dome Lights......................................................................................................... E-3 Electrical System- Wiring .................................................................................. E-3 Emergency Exits .................................................................................................. E-3 & E-4 Fire Extinguisher.................................................................................................. E-4 First-Aid Kit. ........................................................................................................ E-4
Body Fluid Clean-up Kit...................................................................................... E-4 & E-5
Flasher Lights ...................................................................................................... E-5 & E-6 Floor ..................................................................................................................... E-6 Floor Covering ..................................................................................................... E-6 Glass ..................................................................................................................... E-6 Header Pad........................................................................................................... E-6 Headroom ............................................................................................................. E-6 Insulation .... ....... .. .... ..... ... ... ..... ... ... ..... ... ... ........ .. ...... .... ..... .. ...... ... ... ... ....... ..... .. ... E-6 Interior Mirror...................................................................................................... E-6 Lettering- Exterior.............................................................................................. E-6 & E-7 Mirror ................................................................................................................... E-7 Name Plate ........................................................................................................... E-7 Paint ..................................................................................................................... E-7 Passenger Seats ..... .. ........ .. ... ... ... .... ....... ... ........ ....... ..... ..... .. .... .... .. ... ... ..... .. ....... .. . E-7 Roof and Wall Panels........................................................................................... E-7 Rub Rails.............................................................................................................. E-7 & E-8 Seat Belt............................................................................................................... E-8 Seating Capacity ... .. ........... ..... ... .... ....... ... ......... ...... ...... ... ......... .... ... .... ........... .. ... E-8 Seat Cushions....................................................................................................... E-8 Service Door........................................................................................................ E-8 Side Strainer. ........................................................................................................ E-8 Static Load Test ................................................................................................... E-8 Stop and Tail Lights-Large .................................................................................. E-8 Stop Arm .............................................................................................................. E-8 & E-9 Crossing Gate ....................................................................................................... E-9 Sun Shield............................................................................................................ E-9 Turn Signals ......................................................................................................... E-9 Windows .............................................................................................................. E-9

Note:

Where there is conflict between Georgia and Federal Specifications, Federal Specifications shall prevail. Buses must meet Georgia Specifications to the extent that National School Transportation Specifications and Procedures are exceeded or the item is specifically addressed; otherwise, 2000 National School Transportation Specifications and Procedures are considered as a minimum.

CHASSIS-- MINIMUM EQl!TPMENT REQUIRED

1. Air Cleaner- The engine intake air cleaner shall be furnished and properly installed by the chassis manufacturer to meet engine specifications.

2. Alternator -100 amp. minimum.

3. Battery- Shall have a minimum cold cranking capacity rating of 0 degrees Fahrenheit(17.8c) of 465 amperes and a minimum reserve capacity of 120 minutes of25 amperes.

Diesel-powered buses shall be equipped with storage batteries of sufficient cranking performance and reserve capacity for the type and size engine, but not less than offered as standard equipment.

4. Back up I .ights - Shall meet National Minimum Standards.

5. Brakes - Shall be power assisted self-adjusting, dual hydraulic. Disc front brakes shall be provided if available on model chassis used. Largest brake size available on the vehicle shall be used.

6. Chassis - The chassis shall be of American design and manufacture.

7. Defroster - Defrosting equipment shall keep the windshield, the window to the left of the operator and the glass in the service door clear of fog, frost and snow. All defrosting equipment shall meet FMVSS-1 03. Each hot water system installed by a body manufacturer shall include a shut off valve installed in the pressure and return lines at or near the engine in an accessible location.

8. Differential Ratio- Shall be compatible with engine and transmission used.

9. Drive Shaft- Shall be protected by a metal guard to prevent it from dropping to the ground if broken.

10. Engine Size- Minimum Gasoline V-8; Diesel5.9 Liter or VT 365.

11. Exhaust System - Equipped with corrosive resistant mufflers. Exhaust system on gaspowered chassis shall be properly insulated from fuel tank connections by a securely attached metal shield at any point where it is 12 inches or less from tank or tank connections.

12. Fuel Tank- Minimum 20 gallons. FueVwater separator required on diesel- powered buses; see Part II supra.

13. Glass.- Exposed edges -bonded or beveled.
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14. GVWR- Minimum 8,200 lbs.
15. Horns- Two suitable homs shall be provided which shall conform to SAE Standard J.377.
16. Mirrors -Right and left outside mirrors shall be a minimum of 50 square inches, securely mounted.
17. Oil Filter- Replacement element or cartridge type.
18. Shock Absorbers- Two front and two rear, double acting, compatible to GVWR of the vehicle.
19. Springs- To be compatible with axle and GVWR of the vehicle.
20. Steering -The bus shall be equipped with power steering.
21. Suspension, Front and Rear- Front and rear suspension shall be compatible with GVWR.
22. Tires- Comply with GVWR as set by FMVSS and be certified by chassis manufacturer. Minimum size 8.00 X 16.5, 8-ply rating. (Vehicles with single rear wheels shall be equipped with 10-ply rated tires.) Tires are to be mounted on the Tire and Rim Association's preferred rim for the tire used. All tires on a given vehicle shall be of the same size and ply rating.
23. Transmission -Automatic, compatible with GVWR.
24. Tum Signals -The front two directional signals shall be provided and installed by the chassis manufacturer in compliance with Federal Regulations.
25. l !ndercoating - Unit to be completely undercoated.
26. Warranty -The chassis manufacturer shall provide a warranty for each chassis.
27. Wheel Base - Shall be a minimum of 123 inches.
28. Windshield Washer- A windshield washer, which will effectively clean the entire windshield area. Windshield washer equipment shall meet FMVSS- 104.
29. Windshield Wipers- Two variable speed windshield wipers shall meet FMVSS- 105.
30. Wiring- Meet SAE requirements.
BODY-- MTNIMl!M EQl!lPMENT REQ!IIRED
1. Back-up Alarm- An automatic, audible back-up alarm of at least 112 dbA or variable that can obtain ll2dbA meeting SAE J994b, shall be installed behind the rear axle.
2. Barrier- A barrier/padded guard panel shall be placed forward of all seats not having another passenger seat in front of it.
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3. Circulation Fan- A 6" adjustable circulation fan shall be mounted in the driver's area.
4. Clearance and Marker I .ights- Combination clearance and marker lights shall be installed at each of the four roof comers. The two front lights shall be amber in color; the two rear lights shall be red in color. The body entrance shall be provided with adequate wellprotected step well light. A cluster of three lights shall be mounted between the clearance and marker lights in the front and the rear of the roofline. Lights shall be armor type or recessed.
5. Disabled Vehicle Warning Devices - School bus shall come equipped with disabled vehicle hazard warning devices that meet FMVSS 125 to be displaced according to state law in event of a prolonged stop on street or highway.
6. Dome I .ights- A minimum oftwo face-mounted dome lights shall be provided.
7. Electrical System- Wiring- All wiring shall conform to standards of the Society of Automotive Engineers, shall be color and number coded, insulated and protected by a covering of fibrous loom or approved equal. All joints shall be soldered or joined by equally effective connectors. Wiring shall be arranged in circuits as follows:
a. Head, tail, stop (brakes) and instrument panel b. Clearance and step well lamps - (Step well lamps shall be actuated when service door is
open.) c. Dome lamps d. Ignition and emergency door signal e. Tum sigoals f. Stop arm and alternately flashing signal lamps g. Heater h. All body electrical circuits, with the exception of hazard warning lights, shall be
operated through a solenoid activated through the ignition switch.
Wiring through holes in body shall be grommet protected. Wiring extending over sharp shall be protected by tubular loom.
Exception: Converted Vans.
8. Emergency Exits
Emergency Door- One-or-two door desigo with fixed glass in top of door. Single door design shall have glass in the lower part not less than 350 square inches. The door to be placed in the rear of the bus with door control both inside and outside ofvehicle. The interior handle shall lift up to release the lock. The door shall have a holding device to maintain the emergency door open to a minimum of 90 degrees. The device shall not require any action on the part of the user beyond pushing the door to the minimum holding position. The device shall require a positive manual effort to allow closure. Positive manual effort shall be defined as: Performing the prescribed, manufacturer's procedures to allow closure. The device shall be so designed as not to allow closure
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through incidental contact when exiting the bus or coming in contact with the door. The device shall permit the user to close the door from inside or outside of the bus.

Pusb-mJt Windows - Each side of the body shall be equipped with at least one full-hinged, push out type split-sash window, approximately midway between front and rear passenger compartment. Emergency push-out windows shall have a positive latch and shall be so constructed and equipped as to actuate an audible signal when the latch is moved. Words "EMERGENCY EXIT" in letters at least 2 inches shall be affixed on (or directly above) emergency window on the inside and outside.

Roof Exit- The school bus body shall be equipped with a combination emergency exit/roof ventilator, Transpec Dual Purpose Safety Vent, Specialty Manufacturing roof hatch models 8945 and 9245, or approved equivalent. The emergency exit/roof ventilator shall be located approximately in the center of the body. A static-type, non-closeable exhaust ventilator may be included as an integral part or the roof ventilator.

Simple release handles shall be provided, permitting operation as emergency exit, accessible inside and outside the vehicle. Unit shall be installed with the hinge toward the front.

9. Eire Extinguisher- One pressurized, rechargeable, dry chemical type, fire extinguisher complete with hose, approved by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., with a total rating of 2Al0BC or greater. Extinguisher must be mounted in a bracket located in the driver's compartment and readily accessible to the driver and passengers. A pressure gauge shall be mounted on the extinguisher so as to be easily read without moving the extinguisher from the mounted position.

10. a. First-Aid Kit- Bus shall have Grade A metal first-aid kit, mounted in full view and in accessible place in driver's compartment. The number of units and contents shall be as designated.

4-inch bandage compress 2-inch bandage compress l-inch adhesive compress 40-inch triangular bandage
with two safety pins Eye dressing packet 24 X 72 inch gauze compress 1-pair latex gloves 1-mouth-to-mouth airway

2 pkgs. 1 pkg. 2 pkgs.
2 pkgs. 1 pkg. 1 pkg. 1 pkg. 1 pkg.

b. Body Fluid Clean-up Kit- Bus shall have a removable and moisture proof body fluid clean-up kit. It shall be properly mounted and identified as a body fluid clean-up kit. The body fluid clean-up kit shall contain at least the following:

1-pair latex gloves 1-pick-up spatula 1-pkg. absorbent deodorant
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!-wiping cloth !-ready-to-use hospital grade disinfectant !-individual portion of antiseptic hand rinse !-contaminated materials bag and tie
11. Flasher Lights -The body shall be equipped with four red flasher lights and four amber warning lights. These lights are to be a minimum of thirty-eight (38) square inches of lighted surface area meeting current SAE specifications.
Bus bodies built from the 2005 year model forward that are equipped with halogen or LED lamps for red and amber warning lights are not required to be equipped with light hoods or visors. Flashing lights shall have the area around the lamp assemblies painted black in color approximately three (3) inches around the sides and top of the lamp mounting area and one (1) inch from the bottom. Four lights are to be mounted on the front of the body above the windshield and four lights are to be mounted on the rear roof of the body above the rear windows. Flasher lights shall be securely grounded to some clean metal surface in the bus body. The lights are to be operated in the following manner:
a. With entrance door closed, depress manual push button. Amber pilot light and amber warning lights flash.
b. Open entrance door. Amber pilot and amber warning lights go off and red pilot and red warning lights flash. Stop arm is automatically extended and lights on stop arm flash.
c. Close entrance door. All lights go out and stop arm retracts automatically.
d. Open entrance door without depressing manual push button. No lights flash nor does stop arm extend.
e. With entrance door open, depress manual push button. Red pilot and red warning lights flash. Stop arm is automatically extended and lights on stop arm flash.
The circuit shall be constructed in such a manner so that one front and one rear light shall flash alternately with the other front and rear lights.
Monitor, dual warning and rear belt line lights. Electric monitor for dual warning lights front and rear, back up, tail, stop, and directional lamps. Exception; the monitor on converted vans shall be an electric monitor for dual warning lights front and rear. The monitor shall be mounted on front upper inner panel above driver. Gives positive indication of individual lamp operation.
A white flashing strobe light shall be installed on the roof of the school bus approximately four feet forward from the rear of the roof edge. Light shall have a single clear lens emitting light 360 degrees around its vertical axis and may not extend above the roof approximately 4 1/2 inches. The roof-mounted strobe shall be wired so that it is activated by the manual 8lamp flasher light switch and deactivated when the entrance door is closed. The system must also have an auxiliary switch to permit the operator to turn the light on in inclement
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conditions without activating the eight light system. A pilot light must be included to indicate when the light is in operation.
12. Eloor- The floor shall be of fire resistant material. The floor shall be level except in wheel housing and operator's platform area.
13. Floor Covering - The center aisle and step well shall be ribbed rubber, pebble tread, or equivalent floor covering. The overall thickness shall be .1875 inch. The steps, including floor line platform area, shall be of a heavy-duty tread type not less than 3/16" thick, with a white forward nosing. The floor covering, to cover the total floor area including the driver's compartment and toe board, shall be of the same composition used in the aisle of the bus and have a minimum thickness of .125 inch.
14. Glass- All glass including windshield shall meet National Minimum Standards.
15. Header Pad- All doors shall be equipped with a padding at the top edge of each door opening. Pad shall be at least 3 inches wide and one inch thick and extend the full width of the door.
16. Headroom - The inside body height measured metal to metal from floor to ceiling at any point longitudinal centerline between the front and rear vertical bows shall be at least 60 inches.
17. Insulation- The body panels (side, roof, front and rear including corners) androofbows shall be insulated completely with not less than 1 1/2" of fiberglass insulation material, which is fire and moisture resistant, or approved equal. Insulation material shall be approved by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
The entire underside of the body, including wheel housings, shall be coated to a minimum thickness of 1116" with high quality automotive type undersea!, Federal Specification TT-C520b or approved equal, to protect the body from rust and to seal and insulate the floor. Not required heat shields placed between exhaust system and body, which are provided to reduce the temperature on chassis manufacturer's floor.
18. Interior Mirror - Inside mirror, minimum of 6 X 16 inches safety glass, shall be securely attached on the windshield header and so located as to give the driver a clear view of the entire interior of the bus and road behind. Shall not obstruct the clear view of the driver.
19. Lettering- Exterior- On the rear and the front, between the red flasher lights of the bus, shall be the words "SCHOOL BUS" in 8-inch black letters.
The words "County or City Schools" shall be painted in 5" black letters on each side; the bus number in 5" black numerals on each side and rear of bus. "Emergency Door" in 2" black letters on the inside and outside at the top or above the door, so long as it does not interfere with the words "SCHOOL BUS." A minimum 4-inch yellow number shall be located on the left side of the front bumper. No other lettering or motto will be permitted on the bus.
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Vinyl lettering may be used if the lettering used has a warranty of I0 years.
20. Mirror- Each school bus shall be equipped with a system of exterior mirrors (as defmed in FMVSS 111.)
a. Rear Vision Mirror: The mirror system shall be capable of providing a view along the left and right sides of the vehicle which will provide the driver with .a view of the rear tires at ground level, a minimum distance of 200 feet to the rear of the bus and at least 12 feet perpendicular to the side of the bus at a distance of 32 feet back from the front bumper.
b. Crossview Mirror System: The crossview mirror system shall meet or exceed the requirements of FMVSS 111. The crossview mirror system shall also provide drivers of varying heights the field of vision prescribed in the aforementioned standard, once locked into place, without any need for readjustment. The crossview mirror shall be an aspherica! mirror of an elliptic paraboloid shape (Lo-Mar Model 330 or equivalent) in order to provide an image of the prescribed area around the bus that is easily discernible for the driver.
Purchaser's Option: Mirror Lite Super Double Nichol and Safety Cross mirrors or equivalent.
Note: Items listed as Purchaser's Option must be specifically requested by the local school system.
21. Name Plate - There shall be installed in each bus body, above the windshield or above driver's window, a manufacturer's name plate, on which shall be shown the name of the manufacturer, serial number of body, designed capacity, equipped capacity, and date built.
22. .Paint- Outside Body- National School Bus Yellow. Option: The roof may be painted white; however, the front and rear roof caps must remain yellow. The white roof may not extend beyond the drip rail on the side.
Lettering and Trim shall be National School Bus Black.
Interior Paint - Light color coordinated with seats and trim.
23. Passenger Seats- Shall be forward facing and shall be spaced a minimum of24 inch hip to knee room. There shall be a minimum individual seating width of 13 inches provided for each student. The seats shall be arranged with a minimum of 12 inches between seat rows for aisle space.
24. Roof and Wa11 Panels- Shall be insulated and free from projections likely to cause injury to passengers.
25. Rub Rails- Two externally applied rub rails shall be provided, one approximately at seat level which shall extend from rear side of entrance door completely around bus body (except emergency door) to a point of curvature near outside cowl on left side, and the other
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approximately at floor level. Rub rails shall be constmcted of 16-gauge longitudinally cormgated or profiled steel or equivalent metals of four-inch minimum width. All mb rails shall be one piece. Splices are not allowed unless mb rails is extended around rear comer radius and must be made at a body post near the rear of the body.
Exception: Rub rails on vehicles using chassis manufacturer's body need not extend around rear comers.
26. Seat Belt - A locking retractor type seat belt shall be provided for the driver. Each belt section shall be booted so as to keep the buckle and button-type latch off the floor and within easy reach of the driver. Belt shall be anchored in such a manner or guided at the seat frame so as to prevent the driver from sliding sideways from under the belt.
27. Seating Capacity- Range to 20 passenger. (Vehicles with single rear wheels shall be limited to a maximum of 16 seating capacity.)
28. Seat Cushions - Seats and back cushions of all seats shall be designed to safely support designated number of pupils under normal road conditions encountered in school bus service. Seat, seat back cushion, crash barrier, and the underneath portion of the seat shall be covered with an Aramid Kevlar or approved equivalent fire-block material having 42ounce finished weight, 54-inch width, and finished vinyl coating of 1.06 broken twill or other material with equal tensile strength, tear strength, seam strength, adhesion strength, resistance to abrasion, resistance to cold, and flex separation. All padding and coverings to be fire-resistant material meeting FMVSS 302. Seats shall be padded to meet FMVSS 222. Back cushions shall be constructed so as to eliminate exposed screws or bolts, which contribute to vandalism.
29. Service Door - On right side opposite driver with driver control in easy reach of driver. Step well lamp(s) shall be actuated when the service door is opened.
30. Side Strainer- There shall be one or more side strainers to connect vertical structural members and to provide impact and penetration resistance in event of contact with other vehicles or objects. Such strainers shall be formed (not in flat strips) from metal at least 16 gauge and 3 inches wide. This strainer is to be installed in area between bottom of window and bottom ofseat frame and shall be fastened to each vertical stmctural member.
31. Static I .oad Test- The bus shall be constmcted with sufficient strength to meet all requirements ofFMVSS 220 for school bus rollover protection.
32. Stop and Tail I .igbts-I.arge- A 38 square inch plain red lamp shall be mounted on each side of the rear of the bus body just inside the tum signals. The stoplights shall be wired into the chassis stop light circuit. Lamps can be incandescent or LED.
33. Stop Ann- There shall be installed on the left outside of the body an electric-operated, high density, reflectorized stop arm equipped with four alternating flasher lights or high intensity L.E.D. (Light Emitting Diode) lights, or strobe lights, which shall be connected to the alternately red flashing signal lamp circuits. The stop arm shall be of an octagonal shape
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with high intensity, reflectorized sheeting of white letters and border and a red background meeting FMVSS 131 and sheeting shall be warranted for I 0 years.
Buses of 48 passenger design capacity or greater will have either a second stop arm located at the rear of the bus on the driver's side, or an electronic driver alert sign on the emergency door. The driver alert sign would display a caution alert when the school bus is preparing to stop, warn motorist not to pass when the bus is stopped and signal caution as the bus is backing. The second stop arm would be required, if chosen instead of the driver alert, on all buses of 48 through 90 passenger design capacity. The second stop arm shall have the same specifications as the stop arm described in Item 62, except only on the side facing traffic overtaking the school bus from the rear. Buses under 48 capacity would be required to have the driver alert sign on the emergency door.
(Purchaser's Option: Vacuum-operated stop ann: Valve to operate device shall actuate switch through a solenoid to operate flasher stop lights and stop ann lights. Vacuum line shall be copper or nylon vacuum hose to meet SAE J844D and connected to auxiliary tank of 1000 cubic inch capacity furnished by body manufacturer. Line fittings shall be brass.)
34. Crossing Gate- Buses shall be equipped with a crossing gate. The gate when activated, shall extend a minimum of 5'6" from the face of the front bumper. The gate shall be on the right side of the front bumper and shall be activated by the same switch controlling the stop ann and work in conjunction with the stop ann. The crossing gate shall be electrically operated.
(Purchaser's Option: Vacuum-operated crossing gate may be requested if chassis is equipped with power source.)
Option: In addition to the crossing gate, a system may operate buses equipped with a "Child Guard."
35. Sun Shield- ManufachJrers standard.
36. Tum Signals- The rear two 7-inch lights with an amber arrow on inside of lens shall be face mounted. The tum signals shall be Cats-Eye 45A, Weldon 1000, or approved equal. These tum signals shall be mounted just under the windows on the outside comers of the rear of the bus.
The bus shall also be equipped with two side-mounted directional lights mounted on the side toward the front of the bus; one near the stop ann on the left and one on the right side to the rear of the service door. Grote 200 or approved equal.
37. Windows Shall be of split-sash type set in heavy gauge structural steel body openings.
NOTE: Items listed as Purchaser's Options must be specifically requested by the local school system.
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Georgia Department of Education Pupil Transportation Atlanta, Georgia 30334 August 2004