How is bus capacity determined and what should you do if additional pupils arrive?

• A. By the vehicle's weight rating.
• B. By the manufacturer’s seating capacity.
• C. By the manufacturer’s seating capacity; do not exceed capacity; arrange alternate transportation if needed.
• D. By the route length.

Answer: (C)

Bus capacity is defined by the number of seats the bus is designed to carry, as specified by the manufacturer. This seating capacity sets the limit for how many pupils can ride safely on one trip; the vehicle’s weight rating or the route length do not determine how many students can be transported. If additional pupils arrive, you must not exceed that seating capacity. Instead, arrange alternate transportation—for example, another bus or a later trip—so every pupil can have a seat and the bus remains within its approved capacity. Safety also means no standing passengers.