Transportation Resources

The low bus bids are based on capacity, fuel, and type (A1, A2, C, D). If a bus that is not on the list is chosen, it will not be approved through the Maine School Bus Purchasing Program. If you add additional features to the school bus, your school will be responsible for the additional charge. 

• Accident Guidelines
• Maine School Bus Examination Form
• School Bus Seating Chart
• Pre-Trip Inspection Sheet for Electric School Buses PDF
• Pre-Trip Inspection Sheet PDF

Attached is an inspection sheet for pre-trip on school buses. Chapter 81, School Transportation Safety, states the following:

SECTION 7. DAILY INSPECTIONS FOR SCHOOL BUS SAFETY

1. Pre- and post-trip inspections

• A. School bus drivers shall perform daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• B. Drivers shall promptly report defects or deficiencies that have the potential to affect the safety of vehicle operation or result in mechanical breakdown. The pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspection reports shall be completed and submitted daily, in writing or by electronic submission, to the district transportation department.
• C. Pre-trip and post-trip inspection records certify that SAUs are daily checking and reporting potential school bus defects and deficiencies.