Revision question · Carrying passengers

You're driving a bus in hot weather. Can the passenger door be left open to let in fresh air?

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Yes, this is normal practice

No, unless all passengers are seated

Yes, unless carrying schoolchildren

No, this isn't allowed

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No, this isn't allowedThis was the right answer

Under no circumstances should you drive with your passenger door open. An open door invites people to make rash decisions to enter or leave the vehicle as you're about to move away; this can be extremely dangerous.

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Finish boarding checks before moving offReviewed guidance summary · These concern last-minute boarding/alighting, waiting for someone with walking difficulty, monitoring the upper-deck stairs and closed doors until safely stopped.

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