Djimps Francois.., the trainer is a family man.., he is a happy husband with 2 beautiful kids. He is the 7D school bus trainer, the owner of SHARPY TRANSPORTATION & SERVICES and SHARPY DRIVING SCHOOL. He has been in the training business for over a decade. He is very patient and he knows what he is doing.
*** WE OFFER 7D SCHOOL BUS CLASSES EVERY 1st AND 3rd WEEKEND OF THE MONTH ***
TO DRIVE A 7D VEHICLE, A DRIVER MUST HAVE A 7D CERTIFICATE AND BE QUALIFIED.
1- We provide the 2-hours of pre-service training required for new 7D applicants.
New applicants must successfully complete 2 hours of pre-service training before applying for a School Pupil (7D) certificate.
2- We provide the 8-hours of in-service training required to renew a 7D certificate. The 8-hours are provided in 2 separate 4-hours sessions.
Beginning July 1, 2020, 8 hours of in-service training must be completed for all 7D Renewal Applications.
Call us.., when it comes to training scheduling we're very flexible!
617-410-7991
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Who can drive a 7D vehicle?To drive a 7D vehicle, a driver must have a 7D certificate and be qualified.
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How do I apply for a 7D certificate?To apply, you must:
- Be at least 21 years old
- Have a valid Class A, B, C, or D driver's license for at least three years
- Pass a CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) check and a SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information) check
- Have a satisfactory driving record
- Pass a physical exam, eye exam, and written knowledge test
- Complete two hours of pre-service training
- Be at least 21 years old
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How long is a 7D certificate valid for?A 7D certificate is valid for one year, except for applicants over 70, insulin-dependent diabetics, or those who have had a hypoglycemic episode. For these applicants, the certificate is valid for six months.
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What if my 7D certificate expires?You have up to two years to renew an expired 7D certificate. If more than two years have passed, you must complete the entire process for a new 7D certificate.
Djimps Francois
617-410-7991
www.7dlicense.com
7D Pre-Test Questions
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Please answer the questions by encircling TRUE or FALSE / T or F
1) How many days does your physical must be to be valid to use for your 7D application?
A- 90 DAYS T F
2) For people who have Mass license, what are the 3 things you must download as part of your application?
A- CORI Form, Physical form, Application / Training form T F
3) Can you apply for 7D in Massachusets if you have an out-of-state license?
A- Yes T F
4) What is the age to qualify to apply for a 7D license?
A- 21 T F
5) In order to apply for a 7D license, how long should you have your regular driver license for?
A- 3 years T F
6) If you have an out of state license, what should you do to be able to apply for 7D in Mass?
A- You will need to submit a CORI and a driving record from the state you live in; in addition to
the CORI form for mass and the CORI must be notarized. T F
7) How often you must take the bus for a 7D inspection?
A- Twice a year, one in fall and one in spring T F
8) How often do you have to renew your 7D license?
A- Yearly T F
9) What are the 2 groups that renew their 7D license every 6 months?
A- Diabetic and over 70 yrs old. T F
10) Name 5 safety equipments that are required for your bus?
A- First-aid-kit, Seat belt cutter, Fire extinguisher, Safety triangles, Body fluid clean-up-kit, 2 chock
blocks, Fire/Evacuation blanket (wheelchair vehicles only) T F
11) How many training hours needed to renew your 7D license?
A- 8 hours T F
12) Which 2 equipments that must be within the driver reach?
A- Seat belt cutter and Fire extinguisher. T F
13) Why must you check the van after each transport/trip?
A- To make sure no students are left on the bus by mistake. T F
14) Why must you complete a pre/post-trip inspection for every single trip?
A- To make sure that the vehicle is in good working condition for a smooth trip. T F
15) Name few things you check when completing a pre-trip inspection?
A- Tires, Lights, Brakes, Mirrors, Fluid Leaks, Windshield wipers and fluid, horn, door warning,
safety equipments, child reminder system, wheelchair lift - if applicable..etc. T F
16) Name few things you check when completing a post-trip inspection?
A- Seats, Underneath and around the seats, sleeping and hiding children, Child-Safety-Reminder-System, door warning,
safety equipments, wheelchair lift - if applicable..etc. T F
17) When do you put your flashing light on?
A- In about 100 ft before reaching a dropping or a picking-up stop and light must stay on until
students are out of any danger zone T F
18) When is it okay to use your phone?Djimps Francois
A- Only in case of emergency just to call for help/assistance and the driver must pull over before
any cellphone use T F
19) When do you put gas in the van?
A- Before or after a run, no refueling with students on the bus is allowed. T F
20) What do you do with the van if you have to get out of the bus to help a student?
A- First secure the emergency brake, shut off the engine, and remove the ignition key T F
21) Is it okay to let the student cross behind the van?
A- No, students must cross in the front T F
22) What can you say about the backup safety alarm?
A- All 7D vehicles must have an audible back-up alarm (Most 2019 and up vans come with the
backup system.) T F
23) How many passengers can you have in a 7D van?
A- 10 passengers T F
24) What must you do if you have more than 9 passengers?
A- Use a second vehicle or get a waiver to quickly register a second vehicle as quick as possible.
T F
25) A school Pupil Transport Certficate may be suspended for Failing to perform a post-trip
inspection. T F
Djimps Francois
617-410-7991
www.7dlicense.com
PRE-TEST STUDY QUESTIONS
1- A School Pupil Transport Vehicle must display:
A- A COMMERCIAL registration plate
B- A PUPIL registration plate
C- A MUNICIPAL registration plate
D- A STATE registration plate
2- How often must 7D vehicles undergo a safety inspection?
A- Annually
B- Monthly
C- Semi-annually
D- Every five years
3- A vehicle used to transport vocational school students must be equipped with.
A- Child reminder system
B- Flares compliant with D.O.T. Safety Standards
C- Automatic braking system
D- Emergency exit door
4- What is the minimum tread depth required for tires on a 7D vehicle?
A- 2/32 inches
B- 4/32 inches
C- 1/32 inches
D- 5/32 inches
5- A person is eligible for a 7D certificate if convicted of:
A- Trafic violation
B- Rape or unnatural acts
C- Speeding
D- Littering
6- The maximum weight rating for a 7D vehicle is:
A- 15,000 pounds
B- 12,000 pounds
C- 10,000 pounds
D- 9,500 pounds
7- How many pupils can a 7D vehicle carry in addition to the driver?
A- 12
B- 10
C- 15
D- 8
8- A 7D certificate is valid for:
A- 6 months
B- 1 year
C- 2 years
D- 5 years
9- What must be present in a 7D vehicle for emergencies?
A- Airbags
B- Seat belt cutter
C- Satellite communication device
D- Automatic windows
10- A child reminder system is mandatory for which vehicles?
A- All 7D vehicles
B- Vehicles model year 2018 or newer
C- Vehicles used for vocational transport
D- All school buses
11- The operator of a 7D vehicle must perform a post-trip inspection to ensure:
A- Cleanliness of the vehicle
B- No children are left in the vehicle
C- The fuel level is adequate
D- Seat belts are fastened
12- How many seats can a 7D vehicle have in addition to the driver?
A- 12
B- 10
C- 15
D- 8
13- A school Pupil Transport Certificate may be suspended for:
A- Not wearing a seatbelt
B- Failing to perform a post-trip inspection
C- Driving under the speed limit
D- Improper parking
14- A 7D driver must complete training for how many hours before certification?
A- 4 hours
B- 8 hours
C- 2 hours
D- 10 hours
15- What’s the maximum of seats can a 7D vehicle have?
A- 12
B- 11
C- 15
D- 8
16- How many hours of training a 7D driver must complete every year to renew the 7D
certificate?
A- 4 hours
B- 8 hours
C- 2 hours
D- 10 hours
17- For How long is a medical evaluation valid when applying for a 7D certificate?
A- 6 months
B- 90 days
C- 1 year
D- 60 days
18- The penalty for a 7D driver who leaves a child unattended in the vehicle is:
A- Fine only
B- Suspension for 1 year
C- A warning
D- 30-days suspension
19- A 7D vehicle used for fixed-route transportation can carry a maximum of how many
school pupils?
A 12 pupils
B- 8 pupils
C- 6 pupils
D- 10 pupils
20- What is required for the operation of a 7D vehicle during transportation of school
pupils?
A- The school bus sign must upright
B- The headlights must always be off
C- The windows must remain open
D-The vehicle must refuel with pupils on board
21- In the event of a mechanical breakdown, a 7D vehicle must carry which safety
equipment?
A- Flares of safety triangles
B- A reflective vest
C- A safety net
C- Spare tires
22- The minimum number of reflective triangles a 7D vehicle must Carr is:
A- 4
B- 3
C- 2
D- 1
23- Who must be notified if a 7D driver identifies vehicle defects during the pre-trip
inspection?
A- The local police
B- The parents of the pupils
C- Company officials
C- The vehicle manufacturer
24- A drive transporting school pupils is prohibited from:
A- Wearing sunglasses
B- Consuming alcohol beverages
C- Using a hands-free device
C- Driving with the windows open
25- 7D vehicles fire extinguisher must have a minimum rating of:
A- 1A5BC
B- 2A10BC
C- 1A10BC
D- 3A10BC
26- All vehicles model year 2018 or newer must be equipped with:
A- Emergency lights
B- Child reminder system
C- Build-in-GPS
D- Leather seats
27- In which of the following cases is a 7D driver allowed to leave the vehicle
unattended?
A- When the vehicle is parked at rest stop
B- When assisting a pupil entering or exiting the vehicle
C- When the engine is running
D- During a lunch break
28- What is the minimum age require to apply for a School Pupil Transport Certificate
7D?
A- 18 years
B- 21 years
C- 25 years
D- 30 years
29- School bus red signal lights must flash continuously while:
A- The bus is moving
B- Pupils are boarding or exiting
C- The vehicle is refueling
D- The driver is taking a break
30- How often must a 7D certificate be renewed ?
A- Every 6 months
B- Every 12 months
C- Every 24 months
D- Every 36 months
31- Which is the following is prohibited while operating a 7D vehicle?
A- Turning on the headlights
B- Using cell phone
C- Wearing a seatbelt
D- Turning off the heater
32- In an emergency, a school pupil transport vehicle must display:
A- Flashing hazard lights
B- A stop sign
C- A slow-moving vehicle sign
D- No special display
33- Before a pupil crosses the road after exiting a 7D vehicle the driver must ensure:
A- The engine is turned off
B- All doors are open
C- The pupil crosses in front of the vehicle
D- The pupil crosses behind the vehicle
34- A 7D operator is required to wear a seatbelt:
A- Only on highways
B- Only when pupils are present
C- At all times
D- Only when the school bus sign is in use
35- The maximum fine for leaving a child unattended in a vehicle is:
A- $100
B- $500
C- $1000
D- $250
36- What type of inspection must be conducted after each route?
A- Tire pressure inspection
B- Post-trip inspection
C- Engine inspection
D- Safety inspection
37- The failure to meet which medical condition may result in inedibility for a 7D
certificate?
A- Allergies
B- Vision standards
C- History of migraines
D- Asthma
38- If a vehicle’s service brakes pull noticeable to one side during testing, it should be:
A- Rejected
B- Passed for the inspection
C- Passed with a warning
D- Inspected again
39- If a 7D driver leave a child unattended in a vehicle, they must complete how many
hours of mandatory training to become reinstated?
A- 5 hours
B- 8 hours
C- 10 hours
D- 12 hours
40- During the pre-trip inspection, the minimum tire tread depth for a 7D vehicle must be:
A- 2/32 inches
B- 4/32 inches
C- 6/32 inches
D- 5/32 inches
41- A person convicted of operating under the influence of intoxicating liquor is ineligible
for a 7D certificate for:
A- 1 year
B- 3 years
C- 5 years
D- 10 years
42- A 7D driver must ensure that the vehicle is free of:
A- Loose seat belts
B- Dirt on the floor
C- Sharp or protruding objects
D- Windows that open
43- Which system must be installed in all 7D vehicles by July 1, 2020?
A- School bus light indicator
B- Navigation system
C-Emergency braking system
D- Rearview camera système
44- A 7D vehicle’s windshield must be free of cracks larger than:
A- 2 inches
B- 1 inch
C- 4 inches
D- 3 inches
45- The CORI form required for a 7D certificate application must be:
A- Signed by the vehicle inspector
B- Notarized
C- Witnessed by the employer
D- Sent without signatures
46- A 7D vehicle’s horn must:
A- Be used only for emergencies
B- Be operational and provide an adequate signal
C- Be disconnected when not transporting pupils
D- Be installed behind the vehicle
47- How long is a medical evaluation valid for when renewing a 7D certificate?
A- 6 months
B- 60 days
C- 90 days
D- 120 days
48- During pupil boarding, the driver must:
A- Stop only for five minutes
B- Turn off the vehicle
C- Ensure that all passengers are safely seated and restrained
D- Allow pupils to sit in the front seat
49- A driver with an active school bus certificate can operate a 7D vehicle without :
A- A vehicle registration
B- A 7D certificate
C- A driver’s license
D- The required safety equipment
50- A seatbelt cutter is mandatory in:
A- All vehicles except for those transporting special needs pupil
B- All school buses
C- All 7D vehicles
D- Only wheelchair accessible
51- If a 7D vehicle fails its safety inspection, the inspector will:
A- Issue a temporary driving permit
B- Issue a Certificate of Rejection
C- Allow the vehicle to continue operation
D- Remove the vehicle from service immediately
52- The driver of a 7D vehicle must:
A- Be at least 18 years old
B- Have a minimum of 3 years of licensed driving experience
C- Only driving daylight hours
D-Have a commercial driving license
53- After completing all required documentation an passing the exam, how long does it
take to Receive the 7D certificate?
A- 5 business days
B- 10 business days
C- 15 business days
D- 20 business days
54- A 7D driver with some special health conditions is required to be physically examined
by a qualified physician:
A- Every year
B- Every month
C- Every six months or twice a year
D- every two years
55- A 7D driver who reside out-of-state must provide a cer.fied criminal record and driving
record from their state of residence:
A- Every year
B- Every month
C- Every six months or twice a year
D- every two years
