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2007
INTERNATIONAL
BUS ROADEO
HANDBOOK
Published by the
International Bus Roadeo Committee
American Public Transportation Association
1666 K Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20006-1215
(202) 496-4800
Fax: (202) 496-4324
www.apta.com
FOREWORD
The American Public Transportation
Association is proud to present the APTA
International Bus Roadeo Handbook. The
International Bus Roadeo includes
competition events for both Bus Operators
and Bus Mechanics. Awards are given in
each practice area and there is an overall
grand prize for the transit system with the
highest combined score for the bus operator
and bus mechanic team.
The International Bus Roadeo takes place
the Sunday prior to APTA’s Bus and
Paratransit Conference. Roadeo activities
begin on the Friday before the conference
with an orientation and culminate on
Tuesday night at the Roadeo Banquet.
The International Bus Roadeo Committee’s
goals are to provide the most equitable
competition possible, encourage the highest
degree of professionalism in bus operators
and mechanics, and build camaraderie
among all those who compete. Through
sportsmanship and pride of work, the APTA
International Bus Roadeo stands as a symbol
of the important role bus operators and
mechanics play in providing transit’s
customers with safe, reliable service. We
look forward to your support and
participation in this year’s International Bus
Roadeo competition.This handbook contains
rules and guidance for Roadeo participants.
Please note: Roadeo courses, problems,
and distances are depicted here as
guidelines, with distances and measurements
of approximate value. They should be used
as a general resource in helping the
participant prepare for the competition, but
may not reflect the specific measurements
on the day of the Roadeo.
Thank you for your interest and
participation. Good luck!
APTA’s Vision Statement Be the leading force in advancing public
transportation.
APTA’s Mission Statement To strengthen and improve public
transportation, APTA serves and leads its
diverse membership through advocacy,
innovation, and information sharing. APTA and its members and staff work to
ensure that public transportation is available
and accessible for all Americans in
communities across the country.
APTA’s Core Values Statement Leadership, Integrity, Excellence,
Diversity, Inclusiveness, Fairness and
Equity, Teamwork, Professionalism, and
Accountability
APTA’s Policy on Diversity The American Public Transportation
Association recognizes the importance of
diversity for conference topics and
speakers and is committed to increasing
the awareness of its membership on
diversity issues. APTA welcomes ideas
and suggestions on how to strengthen its
efforts to meet these important diversity
objectives.
2007 INTERNATIONAL BUS ROADEO COMMITTEE
Ned Fox, Chair
Acting Director of Maintenance
Sacramento Regional Transit
District
Richard J Daley Jr, Vice-Chair,
Operations
General Manager, Paul Revere
Transportation
Alternate Concepts, Inc.
Joe Saldana, Vice-Chair,
Mechanics
Director, Maintenance
Charlotte Area Transit System
Bus Operations Division
Michael E Hennessy,
Immediate Past Chair
Regional Sales Manager
ISE Corporation
Mary Beth Cobleigh-Beal,
Secretary
General Manager
Chicago Transit Authority
Lurae Stuart, Staff Advisor
Sr. Project Manager
American Public Transportation
Association
Dwight Allen,
Transit Operations Supervisor
Culver CityBus
Lance W Apperson,
Assistant Manager of Operations
Utah Transit Authority
Mark Bair,
DIWA-Technical Representative
Voith Turbo Inc.
Juan D Battle,
Operations Director
Indianapolis Public
Transportation Corporation
Robert Baulsir
Chief Operating Officer
Nashville Metropolitan Transit
Authority
Brett C Bell,
DIWA-Service Manager, DIWA
Transmissions
Voith Turbo Inc.
Charles Berkshire,
Vice President, Fleet
Maintenance
Laidlaw Transit Services, Inc.
Dan Besserer
Director, Fleet Support, Public
Sector
Motor Coach Industries, Ltd.
Dave Bielsker,
Service Development Planner
Long Beach Transit
Michael Bottone
Director, Vehicle Technology
Los Angeles County
Metropolitan Transportation
Authority
Jane G Brown,
Manager, Safety & Training
Montgomery County Transit
Services
James Burrell,
Safety Coordinator, Office of
Safety and Security
Charlotte Area Transit System
Henry Bustillo,
Training Administrator
Maintenance Department
AC Transit (Alameda-Contra
Costa Transit District)
Mark Catenacci,
Chief Instructor
Southeastern Pennsylvania
Transportation Authority
(SEPTA)
Victoria Chesney
Shift Supervisor
OMNITRANS
Frank Ciccarella,
Vice President, Safety and
Security
Laidlaw Transit Services, Inc.
Jamie Cressman,
Fleet Support Manager
Motor Coach Industries
Joseph Diaz,
System Safety & Security
Officer
Hillsborough Area Regional
Transit Authority (HART)
Ted Dowling
Sales Representative-Bus
Transit
USSC Group, Inc.
Marion Driscoll,
Section Chief, OCC & Training
Massachusetts Bay
Transportation Authority
Christopher Durant,
Maintenance Superintendent
San Joaquin Regional Transit
District
Gary Farrell
Bus Business Director – Sales &
Support
Cummins Inc.
Oscar M Flores,
Manager, Transit Operations
Training
Dallas Area Rapid Transit
Roger A Fraser,
Operations Supervisor
Lee County Transit (Lee Tran)
Michael Gaborcik,
Regional Sales Manager
Irwin Transportation Seating
Company
Sid Gnewikow
Bus Product Service Manager
Thermo King Corporation
Thomas M Greufe,
Senior Vice President, Safety &
Training
MV Transportation, Inc.
Paul Halaschak
Director of Maintenance
Eastern Contra Costa Transit
Authority
Thomas Harney,
Director, Bus Maintenance
Training
New Jersey Transit Corporation
John L Hendrickson,
General Manager
Waco Transit System (WTS)
Richard R Hibbs,
Safety & Training
Superintendent
Golden Gate Transit
Sam L Jacobs,
Director, Bus Transportation
Metro Transit
Allen F Jagger,
Manager, Operations Support
Orange County Transportation
Authority
Frank E Jennings,
Vice President, Transportation
Dallas Area Rapid Transit
Mark T Johnson,
Director, Transit Operations
Lane Transit District
Napoleon Jones,
Transit Specialist
Voith Turbo Inc.
Steve Kiner
Motor Coach Industries, Inc.
David Kowalski,
Manager II, Maintenance
Chicago Transit Authority
Christopher R Lake,
Assistant Chief Transportation
Officer, Customer Relations
MTA New York City Transit
Geoff Lawrence,
Vice President, Sales
Truck Trailer Transit
David Longa,
San Francisco Municipal
Transportation Agency (Muni)
Robert Lundgren,
Road Supervisor
LAKETRAN
Marvin K Mason,
Superintendent, Maintenance
Training
Maryland Transit
Administration
Gene Mayfield,
Manager - Product Service
Allison Transmission
Michael Meloche
Director, Public Sector, Fleet
Support
Motor Coach Industries, Inc.
Alphonso Menendez,
Superintendent, Transit
Operations
StarMetro - City of Tallahassee
Stephen W Moody,
Supervisor, Bus Maintenance
Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid
Transit Authority
Faye L Moore,
General Manager
Southeastern Pennsylvania
Transportation Authority
Steven J Mullaly,
Senior Maintenance Instructor
Los Angeles County
Metropolitan Transportation
Authority
Melvin Munsterman,
Maintenance Training
Coordinator
Pierce County Public
Transportation Benefit Area
Authority Corporation (Pierce
Transit)
Skip Neff
Motor Coach Industries, Inc.
Tony Pascarella
Motor Coach Industries, Inc.
Talkoy E Peoples,
Senior Technical Instructor
Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid
Transit Authority
Zachary Poff
Lead DIWA Service Technician
Voith Turbo Inc.
Carlos Ponce
Motor Coach Industries, Inc.
Louis A Quaglia,
Business Development Manager
Motor Coach Industries
Donald Railton,
Account Manager, Bus & Coach
Bendix
Charles R Rodman,
Central Region Sales Manager
Thermo King Corporation
Donald E Saul,
Maintenance Training Instructor
Washington Metropolitan Area
Transit Authority
Merrill Scherer,
Special Projects Manager
GRTC Transit System
Bill Schneeman,
Program Manager,
Transportation Management
Systems
Orbital Transportation
Management Systems (TMS)
Frank Scholl,
Senior Maintenance Instructor
Orange County Transportation
Authority
John E Seccia,
Director
MTA New York City Transit
Betty Shirley,
Operations Manager
Utah Transit Authority
Greg L Sickmeier,
Senior Product Training
Instructor
Allison Transmission
Phillip R Simmons,
Manager - Maintenance
Training
Dallas Area Rapid Transit
Frederick Smith,
Road Operations Sales Manager
Voith Turbo Inc.
Gary Smith,
Administrative Supervisor
Greater Dayton Regional Transit
Authority
William E Snell,
Senior Instructor
San Mateo County Transit
District (SamTrans)
Donald St. Amand Sr.,
System Safety Officer
Rhode Island Public Transit
Authority
Tony L Stevenson,
Director of Transportation
Western Pacific Transportation
Company
Robert Strangways,
Fleet Support Manager
Motor Coach Industries
Joseph Tating,
Operations Training Coordinator
AC Transit (Alameda-Contra
Costa Transit District)
Mark Thomas,
Technical Training Supervisor
Santa Clara Valley
Transportation Authority
George Todd ,
Director of Public Safety
Rochester Genesee Regional
Transportation Authority
Joseph L Trottie III,
Special Events Coordinator
Jacksonville Transportation
Authority
Joyce Wall
Assistant Manager, Paratransit
Utah Transit Authority
Ronald A Walls,
OEM Service Manager
Cummins Inc.
Joyce Watson,
Financial Operations
Administrator
Southeastern Pennsylvania
Transportation Authority
(SEPTA)
John Weins,
Executive Vice President
Truck Trailer Transit
William Welch,
Transportation
Supervisor/Trainer
Sacramento Regional Transit
District
Ralign T Wells,
Director, Metro Subway
Maryland Transit
Administration
Brian Whelan,
Assistant Director of
Transportation
Capital Metropolitan
Transportation Authority
Richard K Williams,
Instructor
Washington Metropolitan Area
Transit Authority
Loren Wyatt
Training Manager
Nashville Metropolitan Transit
Authority
Victoria M Zambito,
Training Specialist
Center for Urban Transportation
Research/College of
Engineering
Sandra Surretsky,
Technical Support & Training Administrator
New Jersey Transit Corporation (NJ TRANSIT)
Richard Swanson
Chicago Transit Authority
TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL INFORMATION………………………………….……….…..…1 Contestant Qualifications
Ineligibility
Registration
Schedule
Spectators
AWARDS/SCORING…………………………………………...………..……2 General
Grand Champion
Operator/Maintenance Awards
OPERATORS’ ROADEO………………………………..………….….…….4 Scheduled Activities
Equipment
Operator Events
Other Scoring Events
Operator Scoring
MAINTENANCE ROADEO……………………………….………….….…12 General Information
Maintenance Events
Maintenance Scoring
CUSTOMER SERVICE CHALLENGE…………………..…………….…26
QUESTIONS…………………………………………………………….…...29
HOST INFORMATION……………………………………………….……30
APPENDICES.................................................................................................38
Appendix 1: Swap Meet……………………………….....……..39
Appendix 2: Roadeo Winners…………………….……..….…..40
Appendix 3: Frequently Asked Q & A………………………....45
Appendix 4: Operator Course Descriptions…………………….51
Appendix 5: Operator Event Descriptions……………………...54
Appendix 6: Operator Score Sheets………….…………………64
Appendix 7: Maintenance Score Sheets…………………...…....83
Appendix 8: Customer Service Challenge Score Sheet…………92
Appendix 9: APTA International Schedule of Events……….….94
I. GENERAL INFORMATION
Each APTA member transit system is entitled to send one (1) operator and/or one
(1) maintenance team to the International Bus Roadeo Competition. APTA
reserves the right to interpret this rule according to the transit system membership
status.
A. CONTESTANT QUALIFICATIONS
In order to compete in the APTA International Bus Roadeo, contestants are required to meet
certain qualifications. Local transit systems are expected to enforce the following eligibility
requirements. Contestants must:
1. Be employees of an APTA member transit system or represent a Community
Transportation Association of America (CTAA) member organization;
2. Have worked, full-time or part-time, in the field in which they are competing (operator
or mechanic) for not less than one year prior to the date of the Roadeo and must have a
job description that matches that position;
3. Be properly licensed by the jurisdiction in which they work;
4. Meet their local transit system's guidelines on sickness and absenteeism; and
5. Possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
B. INELIGIBILITY
Any of the following conditions during the span of one (1) year prior to the date of entry into the
Roadeo make an employee ineligible to compete:
1. A preventable or chargeable accident in the prior year up to the roadeo;
2. A suspension as a result of punitive action;
3. Four or more miss-outs/no-shows for scheduled work;
4. Compensation for and/or functioning as an instructor/trainer for 60 days or more in the
previous year; or
5. A job description of yardman, clerk, office worker, training instructor, telephone
information operator, supervisory personnel, or dispatcher.
NOTE: Contestants are not permitted to receive compensation for practice time during the
time between their local Roadeo and the APTA International competition. For
purposes of the Roadeo, compensation is considered to be paid time.
C. REGISTRATION
International Bus Roadeo badges, program, and banquet tickets will be available at the APTA
Roadeo registration area.
D. SCHEDULE
The general Roadeo schedule is listed below. A more detailed schedule with times and
locations is located in Appendix 9 and at registration.
Friday: Orientation
Saturday: Operator Practice, Operator Pre-Trip inspection demonstration,
Customer Service Challenge preliminary interview and
Maintenance training sessions
Sunday: Competition
Swap Meet
Tuesday: International Bus Roadeo Grand Awards Banquet
E. SPECTATORS
Spectators are welcome in the spectator areas but are not allowed on the Operator obstacle
course. The availability of spectator space for the maintenance events vary from year to year
based on space. Due to the nature of the maintenance events a common spectator area is not
available. However, family and property members may observe their team compete in each of
the events.
II. AWARDS/SCORING
A. GENERAL
Each International Bus Roadeo contestant will receive a Participant's Award.
Award winners will be announced at the International Bus Roadeo Grand Awards Banquet on
Tuesday evening.
Final scores and order of finish for all contestants will be available immediately following the
Banquet from the Roadeo Committee stationed at the doors.
Other prizes will be mailed to the winners following the Roadeo.
B. GRAND CHAMPION and Combined Competition Awards
1. Only those transit agencies that had participants in both the Operator and Maintenance
events are qualified for the Grand Champion.
2. The Grand Champion will be determined by the averaged percentage of scored points for
both events. The percentage is determined by dividing the points scored by the points
possible. For Example:
TOTAL POSSIBLE POINTS: Operator: 650 Maintenance: 1875
TEAM A Operator: 600 Maintenance: 1600
TEAM B Operator: 580 Maintenance: 1650
Team A’s score would be calculated as follows:
Operator Score: 92.3 % (600/650) Maintenance Score: 85.3 % (1600/1875)
Add the percentages together: 92.3 % + 85.3 % = 177.64 %
Divide by 2: 177.64 ÷ 2 = 88.82
Team B’s score would be calculated as follows:
Operator Score: 89.2 % (580/650) Maintenance Score: 91.67 % (1650/1875)
Add the percentages together: 89.2 % + 91.67 % = 180.9 %
Divide by 2: 180.9 % ÷ 2 = 90.45
Team B would win the Grand Champion.
3. Ties for the Grand Champion will have the following tiebreaker formula: the lowest total
combination of the elapsed time for the designated bus operator plus the total elapsed times
for the Detroit Diesel/Allison Power Train, Cummins/Voith Power Train, and Truck Trailer
Transit/Bendix Air Brake System events.
4. Teams placing second and third in the combined competition will receive plaque/trophy.
C. OPERATOR/MAINTENANCE AWARDS
1. The first place winners in each of the competitions, 35'/40' Operator and Maintenance, will
each receive $1,000 in U.S. currency, a plaque/trophy and a Champion's ring. The transit
systems of the first place winners will also receive a plaque/trophy.
2. The second place winners in each of the competitions, 35'/40' Operator and Maintenance, will
each receive $500 in U.S. currency and a plaque/trophy. The transit systems of the second
place winners will also receive a plaque/trophy.
3. The third place winners in each of the competitions, 35'/40' Operator and Maintenance, will
each receive $250 in U.S. currency and a plaque/trophy. The transit systems of the third place
winners will also receive a plaque/trophy.
4. The highest scores in each of the maintenance events will be recognized by a separate award.
Sponsors of the Maintenance events also provide prizes.
D. CUSTOMER SERVICE CHALLEGE AWARD
1. The first place winner in the Customer Service Challenge will receive a plaque or
trophy. The transit systems of each will also receive a plaque.
III. OPERATORS’ ROADEO
A. SCHEDULED ACTIVITIES Please refer to Appendix 8 for a more detail schedule of events, times and places.
1. ORIENTATION – FRIDAY
a. The final course layout will be distributed.
b. Official starting time schedules and course diagrams will be distributed at
Orientation.
c. On Field Roadeo Officials will be identified.
d. Questions and Answer session regarding the published rules.
2. PRACTICE DAY - SATURDAY
Operator Practice:
a. Contestants will be allowed to inspect the course visually (from the course
periphery only) on practice day only.
b. On practice day, contestants are required to report to the Roadeo Starter at least
30 minutes prior to their scheduled start time. Contestants who report late on
practice day will not be allowed to make the practice run.
c. Each contestant will be allowed one practice run on the course for which he or
she is registered (35' or 40'). While the practice run is not mandatory,
contestants are strongly encouraged to participate.
d. Uniforms are optional for practice.
Pre-trip Inspection Competition (demonstration only for 2007):
a. Operators will be assigned a time following their practice run to report for the
Pre-Trip Inspection competition.
b. Operators should report 15 minutes prior to their assigned time to the Pre-Trip
Inspection report area.
c. The Pre-Trip Inspection Competition is mandatory for all competing operators.
Customer Service Preliminary Round (to qualify for Customer Service
Challenge on Monday) a. Operators interested in competing in the Customer Service Challenge must
participate in a face-to-face interview with the judging panel on Saturday
b. The Customer Service Challenge judges will be located at the Roadeo site and
will interview interested contestants starting at 8:30 a.m..
c. Operators should arrive 10 minutes prior to their scheduled interview time.
d. Interviews will take no more than 10 minutes.
3. COMPETITION DAY - SUNDAY
a. Contestants are required to report to the Roadeo Starter at least 30 minutes prior to
their scheduled competition start time. Contestant who report late on competition day
may be disqualified from competition.
b. Contestants will be judged on appearance and driving skills only.
c. On Competition Day contestants will not be tested with a safety quiz or defective
bus test.
d. Contestants must be in the full regulation uniform of their transit system for
competition inspection. Upon completion of the inspection, contestants will be
allowed to remove coats and ties if desired.
e. The order of events (obstacles) of the Roadeo competition course will be
determined by a selection process from several possible layouts. Each event
(obstacle) will be laid out according to the provisions stated in this Handbook.
f. Roadeo Officials will attempt to utilize the measurements set forth in this
Handbook; however, Roadeo Officials reserve the right to make changes based on
the space available at the Roadeo site and equipment variations. The course will
be verified by the On-field Officials to ensure that all events (obstacles) are
negotiable with the equipment provided.
B. EQUIPMENT
1. Contestants will compete using a 40 foot or a 35 foot bus.
2. The buses will be equipped with bike racks if used by the host property.
3. Contestants must drive the size vehicle selected when registering for the competition.
4. Competition vehicle detail sheets can be found in the Host Information section of this
handbook.
C. VIGIL INFORMATION
This year, Vigil Systems, is supplying a bus operator assessment tool called VigilPassenger, as a
trial to help streamline the judging and scoring process. This palm-sized device will objectively
measure braking and cornering forces and produce an automatic “smoothness of operation
score”, to determine the driver’s ability to smoothly navigate the obstacles. VigilPassenger will
also be used for automatic timekeeping and data collection to assist on-board judges in scoring
the event.
D. OPERATOR COURSE EVENTS:
The eleven driving problems or tests are worth 50 points each. Event drawings are included as
Appendix 5
1. Serpentine a. This problem tests the contestant’s ability to negotiate tight turns. The driver
enters the course through a “gate,” weaves in and out through three cones and exits
the course through a “gate.”
b. Points will be deducted for:
• touching cones,
• shifting into reverse, or
• not completing course as designed.
2. Offset Street a. This test requires the contestant to drive through two separate narrow lanes that are
offset one full lane’s width from each other.
b. Points will be deducted for:
• touching cones,
• shifting into reverse, or
• not completing course as designed.
3. Rear Duals Clearance a. This is a judgment problem where the contestant must drive through a lane with the
right dual tires. The lane is only slightly wider than the total outside width of a pair
of rear duals and is marked with large flat washers and tennis balls. The lane
diminishes in width from the entrance to the exit.
b. Points will be deducted for:
• touching balls,
• shifting in reverse, or
• not completing course as designed.
4. Right Turn a. This problem tests the contestant’s ability to negotiate a tight 90° turn. The corner
is marked with cones and the right rear tire of the bus is to pass within 6 inches of the
corner cone.
b. Points will be deducted for:
• touching cones,
• shifting into reverse,
• excessive right rear tire clearance, or
• not completing course as designed.
5. First Customer Stop a. This event simulates a customer stop. The contestant stops the vehicle with the
front tires within 6 inches of the simulated curb. Rear tires must be within 15 inches
of the simulated curb. After stopping the vehicle, the operator opens the door to
complete the test. An ADA stop announcement must be made prior to exiting the
passenger stop.
b. Points will be deducted for:
• touching cones,
• touching “curb,”
• front tire measurement over 6 inches,
• rear tire measurement over 15 inches,
• shifting into reverse, or
• not completing the course as designed.
6. Left-Hand Reverse a. This problem tests the contestant’s ability to turn a vehicle around at a route
terminal which requires the vehicle to back up to the left.
b. Points will be deducted for:
• touching cones,
• shifting into reverse after the initial reverse,
• rear clearance beyond 36 inches, or
• not completing the course as designed.
7. Left Hand Turn a. This problem tests the contestant’s ability to make a tight left turn in a close
situation. The contestant is required to swing the vehicle into a 90° turn without
touching any of the cones.
b. Points will be deducted for:
• touching cones,
• shifting into reverse, or
• not completing course as designed.
8. Second Customer Stop a. This event simulates another customer stop. The contestant stops the vehicle with
the front tires within 6 inches of the simulated curb. Rear tires must be within 15
inches of the simulated curb. After stopping the vehicle, the operator opens the door
to complete the test. An ADA stop announcement must be made prior to exiting the
passenger stop.
b. Points will be deducted for:
• touching cones,
• touching “curb,”
• front tire measurement over 6 inches,
• rear tire measurement over 15 inches,
• shifting into reverse, or
• not completing the course as designed.
9. Right Hand Reverse a. This problem tests the contestant’s ability to turn a vehicle around at a route
terminal which requires the vehicle to back up to the right.
b. Points will be deducted for:
• touching cones,
• shifting into reverse after the initial reverse,
• rear clearance beyond 36 inches, or
• not completing the course as designed.
10. Diminishing Clearance a. This problem tests the contestant’s ability to judge the position and speed of his/her
vehicle. The contestant is required to drive through a narrowing V-shaped channel
outlined with barrels while maintaining a minimum speed of 20 miles per hour.
b. Points will be deducted for:
• touching barrels,
• speed below 20 miles per hour, or
• not completing the course as designed.
11. Judgment Stop a. This event tests the contestant’s ability to judge closing distances between the bus
and a small object directly ahead. A small cone is placed on the final stop. The
contestant must stop with the front bumper or bike rack within 6 inches of the cone.
b. Points will be deducted for:
• touching cone,
• excessive total stops,
• excessive clearance beyond 6 inch limit, or
• not completing the course as designed.
E. OTHER SCORED EVENTS
1. Safety Habits a. Contestant’s safety habits will be reviewed while operating the vehicle.
b. This event category is worth 25 points.
c. Points will be deducted for:
• failure to use proper turn signals,
• failure to sound horn before backing up,
• failure to use flashers while backing up,
• moving vehicle with door open,
• poor posture,
• poor use of mirrors,
• poor use of hands, or
• poor use of feet.
2. Smoothness of Operation a. Contestant’s ability to deliver a smooth ride will be evaluated during the
driving events.
b. This event category is worth 25 points.
c. Points will be deducted for:
• failure to make A.D.A. announcements,
• sudden stops,
• sudden starts, or
• abrupt turns.
3. Personal Appearance a. The contestant’s personal appearance will be evaluated for neatness, cleanliness
and professionalism. The contestant must report wearing the uniform appropriate
for his/her transit system.
b. This event category is worth 50 points.
c. Points will be deducted for:
• wrinkled, dirty, incomplete uniform,
• unpolished or dirty shoes, or,
• unkempt personal appearance.
d. Contestants who report wearing shoes with heels that exceed 1½ inches will not
be allowed to compete unless the shoes are changed prior to competing. Shoe
heels built up for medical/corrective purposes will be allowed based on course
judge approval. (Chairman or Vice Chairman)
4. Total Course Time a. Contestants are timed for each driving course event. Timing begins when the
contestant begins the course and ends with the completion of the judgment stop.
b. Time is stopped for mechanical trouble, any type of course blockage that would
impede contestant progress and where measurements are required for event
scoring.
c. Point are deducted for each second over seven (7) minutes required to complete
the course. Maximum deduction is 120 points.
d. A maximum of 10 minutes will be allowed to complete the course.
Competitors will be required to vacate the course after 10 minutes.
F. DEMONSTRATION EVENT Pre-Trip Inspection
a. Defects
1. Eight (8) equipment-related defects and (1) security hazards are
planted on or in a bus. These defects would make a bus
operationally unready or unsafe.
2. Defects are of a type that an operator would find when performing a
pre-trip inspection.
3. Identification of defects does not require starting the bus or crawling
under the bus.
4. Operators will not be allowed to have a checklist of defects to refer to
during the competition.
5. Eligible defects might include broken, loose, bad, missing, or
incorrect:
► seats ► all type of lights
► windows ► stanchions
► flooring ► fire extinguisher
► windshield ► wipers
► mirrors ► number
► doors ► license plate
► bell cord
and a security hazard such as an abandoned package or briefcase.
Sponsored by New Flyer
6. Ineligible defects include:
► defects under the bus
► exterior body damage
► paint problems
► wheelchair operations
► kneeling functions
► radios
► fare boxes
► destination signs
► battery compartment
7. Equipment where multiple defects are possible will be counted
only once, i.e., seats, windows, lights.
8. Front and rear windows, headlights, tail lights, brake lights, mirrors, and
turn signals will each count as separate defects.
b. Time
1. Each operator will be allotted seven (7) minutes to inspect, locate,
identify, and legibly record any defects found.
2. Time warnings will be given to the team at the two (2) minute, one (1)
minute, and 30 second time marks.
3. Recording defects and securing doors will not be allowed after time has
elapsed.
c. Scoring
1. Five (5) points will be awarded for each of eight (8) planted
defects found, and ten (10) points will be awarded for one (1)
planted security challenge for a maximum of fifty (50) points.
2. Points will be awarded only for those recorded defects that were
planted by the judges. No points will be awarded for identification
of defects which were not planted.
3. The operator will notify the judge when finished. Once notice is
given, the operator may not list additional defects.
4. The judge will review the list of defects with each operator for
clarification.
5. A penalty of one (1) point will be assessed for each instance where
the bus is not returned to its original condition; for example, one (1)
point assessed for lights left on, wipers left running, master switch on,
windows open, and escape hatches open, etc.
6. Starting the bus constitutes a safety violation and will result in
the operator being disqualified from this event. The inspection bus
will be supplied with necessary electrical power and air pressure.
G. OPERATOR SCORING (Operator Score Sheets can be found in Appendix 6.)
Driving Competition:
1. The 35' and 40' competitions are two separate competitions.
2. There will be a first, second and third place award in each competition.
3. There are 650 maximum points for each competition
4. 50 points will be deducted for obstacles attempted in the wrong order.
5. Ten (10) points will be deducted for any course marker not associated with an event
(obstacle) touched.
6. The full value of the event (obstacle) will be deducted for any event not attempted or
completed as designed.
7. In case of tie, the tie breakers will be as follows
1. Lowest time on the course
2. Score on the Judgment Stop.
8. Judgment of events (obstacles) will be the responsibility of the Event Judges. All
decisions made by Event Judges are final.
9. Procedural questions must be directed to appropriate On-field Roadeo Officials.
(Chairman or Vice Chairman)
10. Contestants are only allowed on the course when competing.
11. Contestants are not permitted to talk to Event Judges at any time during the
competition.
12. Enforcement of all Roadeo “Rules and Regulations,” supervision of Event Judges,
and on-the-spot procedural decisions will be the responsibility of the Roadeo Officials.
The Chair of the International Bus Roadeo Committee is the Chief Roadeo Official.
New Flyer Pre-trip Inspection Competition:
1. For the 2007 Roadeo, the Pre-Trip Inspection will be a demonstration event only.
2. The Pre-Trip Inspection will be scored but the score will not be included in the
final scoring for the competition.
VI. MAINTENANCE ROADEO
A. GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Maintenance teams normally consist of three (3) maintenance employees. Two
member maintenance teams may compete but must compete without concessions.
2. All members of the maintenance team may participate in all events.
3. Contestant teams must arrive at the Maintenance check-in at least 30 minutes prior to
their scheduled competition time. Teams arriving late may be disqualified from the
competition.
4. Each team member will be supplied with a clipboard, paper, pencil, flashlight,
necessary rags, and compartment door T-key. Each team will be supplied with team
numbers and team stickers for each event.
5. Abbreviations used in the shop or industry are allowed as long as they are
understandable to the judges.
6. A general location must be given when identifying multiple equipment defects, i.e.,
window RR.
7. Any Maintenance team member reported at the Roadeo site on Friday (practice day)
may cause their team to be immediately disqualified from the Roadeo.
8. On competition day, contestants may not watch or be in any of the competition areas
either before or after competing.
9. Still photos are allowed during the competition. There will be absolutely no video
cameras and/or video taping in the maintenance competition area.
10. Maintenance teams must wear proper clothing including, closed toe footwear and
long pants (no shorts) for the competition.
B. COMPETITION EVENTS
Transit mechanics are required to diagnose and repair complaints of low power, excessive
smoke, harsh shifting and/or other performance related problems. Proper diagnostic and
trouble shooting techniques then become essential in insuring that buses meet the required
levels of performance for daily revenue service. This, then, becomes another means of
testing and measuring a team of mechanics' knowledge, skills and abilities.
The Maintenance Competition Events include the following:
1. Written Test;
2. Vehicle Inspection;
3. Detroit Diesel/Allison Power Train Defect;
4. Cummins/Voith Power Train Defect;
5. Truck Trailer Transit/Bendix Air Brake System (ABS) Defect; and
6. Thermo King HVAC IntelligAIRE Defect.
7. MCI Multiplex Module (DEMONSTRATION ONLY EVENT -2007)
1. Written Test
1. Each maintenance team will jointly take a written test of 50 questions.
2. The test will use the ASE format with a split of questions between general
knowledge, engine, HVAC, brakes, electrical and transmission.
3. The test is worth a total of 125 points.
4. Tie breakers for ties on the written test will be as follows: first tie breaker –
least amount of time to complete the test, second tie breaker – 4 identified
questions
2. Vehicle Inspection
a. Defects
1. Fourteen (14) equipment-related defects are planted on or in a bus. These
defects would make a bus operationally unready.
2. Defects are of a type that a mechanic should find during a minor
maintenance inspection.
3. Identification of defects does not require starting the bus or crawling under
the bus.
4. Teams will not be allowed to have a checklist of defects to refer to during
the competition.
5. Eligible defects might include broken, loose, bad, missing, or incorrect:
► seats ► all type of lights
► windows ► stanchions
► flooring ► fire extinguisher
► door engines ► wipers
► windshield ► number
► mirrors ► license plate
► doors ► dipsticks
► bell cord ► a security hazard
6. Ineligible defects include:
► defects under the bus
► exterior body damage
► paint problems
► wheelchair operations
► kneeling functions
► radios
► fareboxes
► destination signs
► battery compartment
7. Equipment where multiple defects are possible will be counted only once, i.e.,
seats, windows, lights.
8. Front and rear windows, headlights, tail lights, brake lights, mirrors, and turn
signals will each count as separate defects.
b. Time
1. All members of a team are allotted seven (7) minutes to inspect, locate,
identify, and legibly record any defects found.
2. Time warnings will be given to the team at the two (2) minute, one (1) minute,
and 30 second time marks.
3. Recording defects and securing doors will not be allowed after time has
elapsed.
c. Scoring
1. Twenty-five (25) points are awarded for each planted defect found, with a
maximum of three hundred and fifty (350) points.
2. Points will be awarded only for those recorded defects that were planted by the
judges. No points will be awarded for identification of defects which were not
planted.
3. The team will notify the judges when they are finished. Once notice is given,
the team may not list additional defects.
4. The judges will review the list of defects with each team for clarification.
5. A penalty of ten (10) points will be assessed for each instance where the bus is
not returned to its original condition; for example, ten (10) points assessed for
each compartment door not secured including the entrance door, lights left on,
wipers left running, master switch on, windows open, and escape hatches open,
etc.
6. Starting the bus constitutes a safety violation and will result in the team being
disqualified from this event. The inspection bus will be supplied with necessary
electrical power and air pressure.
3. Detroit Diesel / Allison Transmission Power Train Defect
a. Defects
1. Seven (7) defects or problems related to engine and transmission
malfunctions are planted. One defect will render the engine inoperable.
For purposes of the Roadeo, inoperable means that the engine will not
start or, when started will not maintain an idle of 700 rpm.
2. A team may attempt to start the engine at anytime to check for defects.
3. Defects might include:
► Improper activation of components;
► Malfunctioning fuel injector;
► Obstruction with the flow of air, water, exhaust, fuel or oil;
► Improper fluid levels;
► Defective sensors, wires and/or connectors; and/or
► Missing assemblies or parts thereof.
4. Defects do NOT include fluid leaks such as oil, water, fuel, etc.
5. Defect determination which normally would require a running engine will
not be scored if the engine is not started.
b. Time
1. All team members will be allotted ten (10) minutes to inspect, trouble
shoot, diagnose, correct, and legibly record the planted defects.
2. The team is only required to correct that defect which prevents the power
train from starting and/or maintaining an idle speed of 700 rpm.
3. Time warnings will be given to the team at the two (2) minute, one (1)
minute, and 30 second time marks.
c. Scoring
1. Fifty (50) points are awarded for each planted defect found, with a
maximum of three hundred and fifty (350) points.
2. Points will be awarded for identifying, recording and correcting the
defect which renders the power train inoperable and for identifying and
recording the other six (6) defects. Only those defects planted by the
judges will be considered for scoring purposes.
3. Only seven (7) defects are to be listed. If more than seven are
listed, only the first seven listed will count for scoring purposes.
4. The team will notify the judges when they are finished. Once notice is
given, the team may not list additional defects.
5. The judges will review the list of defects with each team for clarification.
5. A team will be penalized fifty (50) points for not having the power train
in operational condition before an engine start is attempted, i.e. air cleaner
removed, fuel lines disconnected etc.
6. The team will be penalized ten (10) points for misuse of any diagnostic or
test equipment.
8. In the event of a tie, the fastest time to complete the event will determine the
winner.
4. Cummins/Voith Power Train Defect
a. Description
The Cummins Voith engine transmission module is composed of a Cummins ISL 280
engine combined with a Voith 864.3 transmission mounted on a moveable frame. The
engine is a standard Cummins ISL 280 engine, six cylinders displacing 540 cubic
inches. It incorporates a standard Cummins ECM engine control using a J1939 signal
for communication to the transmission. The fuel injection system is the standard
Cummins high pressure system incorporated with the low maintenance fuel filter
assembly with an integrated water separator. The engine also utilizes a wastegated
HX40 turbocharger and is outfitted with a non functional air compressor but fully
functional alternator. The transmission is an 864.3 with a 6 button pushbutton selector
and switches to simulate brake stage 1, 2 and 3 to activate the retarder. There are two
gauges mounted on a panel which show main operating pressure and converter
pressure. The engine and transmission both utilize the latest diagnostic software,
DIWAnogsis for Voith and Insight for Cummins.
b. Defects
1. Seven (7) defects or problems related to engine and transmission
malfunctions are planted. One defect will render the engine inoperable. For
purposes of the Roadeo, inoperable means that the engine will not start or
when started will not maintain an idle of 700 rpm.
2. A team may attempt to start the engine at anytime to check for defects.
3. Types of defects could include:
► Improper activation of components;
► Malfunctioning fuel injector;
► Obstruction with the flow of air, water, exhaust, fuel or oil;
► Improper fluid levels;
► Defective sensors, wires and/or connectors; and/or
► Missing assemblies or parts thereof.
4. Defects do NOT included fluid leaks such as oil, water, fuel, etc
5. The judges will review the list of defects with each team upon
completion of time to clarify their list of defects.
6. Defect determination which normally would require a running
engine will not be scored if the engine is not started.
c. Time
1. Team members will be allotted ten (10) minutes to inspect, trouble
shoot, diagnose, correct, and legibly record the planted defects.
2. The team is only required to correct that defect which prevents the
power train from starting and/or maintaining an idle speed of 700
rpm.
3. Time warnings will be given to the team at the two (2) minute, one
(1) minute, and 30 second time marks.
d. Scoring
1. Fifty (50) points are awarded for each planted defect found, with a
maximum of 350 points.
2. Points will be awarded for each defect correctly identified, recorded,
and, in the case of that defect which renders the power train
inoperable, corrected. Only those defects planted by the judges will
be considered for scoring purposes.
3. Only seven defects are to be listed. If more than seven are listed,
only the first seven listed will count for scoring purposes.
4. The team will notify the judges when they are finished. Once notice
is given, the team may not list additional defects.
5. The judges will review the list of defects with each team for
clarification.
6. A team will be penalized fifty (50) points for not having the power
train in operational condition before an engine start is attempted, i.e.,
air cleaner removed, fuel lines disconnected etc.
7. The team will be penalized ten (10) points for misuse of any
diagnostic or test equipment.
8. In the event of a tie, the fastest start time to complete the event will
determine the winner.
5. Truck Trailer Transit/Bendix Air Brake System (ABS) Defect
The competition will be conducted using a fully functional air brake system with Antilock Brake
System (ABS) components. The components of the system will be functional with the
exception of the air compressor.
a. Description
*NOTE: The description, drawing and component list contains the most current information and is subject to change.
The air brake demonstration board represents a current model year 40'-2 axle transit bus
equipped with an antilock brake system. The board is manufactured to current Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard 121. Air reservoirs and brake chambers are reduced in size to limit air
consumption while maintaining precise control and operation of system components. The
foundation brake system represents an “S” Cam spring braked vehicle. Anti-lock brake system is
a Wabco “D” version 4S/4M 12 volt system controlled by a cab mount electronic control module
with transmission retarder control relay. Brake valves are manufactured by Bendix and are
common to most current transit buses meeting FMVSS 121. All air system components are fully
functional with exception of the air compressor. The air compressor is a cut-away demonstration
unit with fully functional unloader valves.
b. System Components:
• Tu-Flo 700 Air compressor
• D-2 Air Governor, cutout set to 125 PSI
• AD-9 Air Dryer
• Puraguard oil separator mounted after the air dryer
• E-6 Brake application valve
• R-12DC Service brake relay valve with a crack pressure of 5.5 PSI
• R-14 Spring brake relay valve with a crack pressure of 4.0 PSI
• QR-1 Front service brake valve
• SR-1 Spring brake modulation valve
• SL-5 Stop light switches which light the 2 LED stop lights at 5 PSI
• LP-3 Low-pressure switches rated at 70 PSI
• RV-1 Interlock pressure regulator adjusted to 45 PSI
• PR-3 Pressure protection valve mounted on accessory reservoir opens at 80 PSI
• PP-1 Control valve with an application pressure of 40 PSI
• RD-3 Spring brake emergency release valve
• Duplex instrument panel air pressure gauge with green and red needles
representing Primary and Secondary air brake systems.
• ST-3 Safety valve, 150 PSI
• SC-3 single check valves
• DC-4 double check valves
• Wabco open style modulator valves
• Haldex automatic slack adjusters
• Type-20 front service brake chambers
• Type-24 Service/Spring brake chambers
Air Lines are color coded to represent:
• Supply air system Black
• Primary brake system Green
• Secondary brake system Red
• Emergency system Brown
• Governor control Yellow
This event consists of two (2) parts: Part I will be to correctly diagnose and record
any or all of the ABS/Antilock system defect(s). Part II will be to troubleshoot,
identify, and record defects in the air brake system.
c. Defects
Part I – Air Brake System Electrical/Pneumatics Diagnostics 1. The team will be required to use a Digital Volt Ohm Meter (DVOM) to
diagnose an electrical component. The electrical component may include, but is
not limited to: electrical relays, sensors, wiring harness, etc.
2. Part I will be timed and will be used as a tie breaker for the event.
Part II – Air Brake System Trouble Shooting 1. The team will be required to inspect, locate, identify, and legibly record,
including location, the six (6) planted defects.
2. Defects will be mechanical in nature, but will not be air line or connection
leaks.
3. Identification of defects will not require the system to be repaired, taken apart,
or disconnected.
d. Time
1. Seven (7) minutes will be allotted for this event.
2. Time warnings will be given to the team at the remaining time of two (2)
minutes, one (1) minute, and 30 seconds.
e. Scoring
1. Total Possible Points for this event is 350.
2. Fifty (50) points will be awarded for the successful diagnosis of Part I, Air
Brake System Electrical/Pneumatics Diagnostics.
3. Part II, Air Brake System Trouble Shooting, will be worth 300 points. Fifty
(50) points will be awarded for each of the six (6) planted defects found in the Air
Brake System. Points will be given only for those recorded defects that were
planted by the judges. No consideration will be given for listed defects not
planted.
4. The team will be penalized ten (10) points if the ABS board is operated in an
unsafe manner that can cause injury to other team members.
5. The team will be penalized ten (10) points if the ABS board is not returned to
its original status, i.e. Air: on/off, Power: on/off.
6. The team will notify the judges when they are finished. Once notice is given,
the team may not list additional defects.
7. The judges will review the list of defects with each team for clarification.
8. In the event of a tie, the fastest time to diagnose and record the defects in Part I
Air Brake System Electrical/Pneumatics Diagnostics will determine the winner.
For additional information about the Truck Trailer Air Brake System/ABS Event:
www.tttonline.com
6. Thermo King HVAC IntelligAIRE Defect
a. Description
The competition will be conducted on a fully operational bus air conditioning
maintenance training simulator.
b. Components
• Thermo King Model T Series rear mount bus air conditioning unit;
• IntelligAIRE II controls;
• Thermo King brushless motors;
• X430 compressor and clutch assembly;
• Belt driven 150 amp, 27 Vdc Battery-less alternator; and
• 460VAC/3 phase, 20 horsepower electric motor and batteries.
c. Equipment
The following equipment will be provided for this event:
1. Laptop computer with interface cable and Thermo King IntelligAIRE II
SMART-Pac™ software to provide diagnostic capabilities; and
2. Digital Multi-meter with test leads.
3. No other hand tools should be needed for the competition.
d. Defects
1. One defect will render the air conditioning system inoperable. For purposes
of the Roadeo, inoperable will mean that the 20 horsepower electric motor
which is belt driving the compressor/alternator is running, however, the air
conditioning unit does not operate.
2. Defects will be mechanical or electrical in nature, but leakage of refrigerant
or oil will not be considered a defect.
3. Defects will be such that they do not require the A/C system to be repaired
or taken apart.
e. Time
1. The team will be allotted ten (10) minutes to inspect, troubleshoot,
diagnose, and legibly record the planted defects.
2. The team will only have to correct the defect that prevents the air
conditioning unit from starting.
3. Time warnings will be given to the team at the two (2) minute, one (1)
minute and 30 second time marks.
f. Scoring
1. Possible points for this event total 350.
2. Fifty (50) points are awarded for each of the six (6) planted defects found
and fifty (50) points for recording and defining the logged code.
3. Points will be given only for those six (6) defects that were planted by the
judges. No consideration will be given for listed defects not planted.
4. Points will be awarded for each defect correctly identified, recorded, and in
the case of the defect which renders the air conditioning unit inoperable,
corrected. Also the logged alarm code number must be recorded and defined.
5. The team will notify the judges when they are finished. Once notice is
given, the team may not list additional defects or make additional corrections
to the air-conditioning system.
6. The team will be penalized ten (10) points for not having the A/C unit
simulator in operational condition when they are finished.
7. The team will be penalized ten (10) points for misuse of any diagnostic or
test equipment.
8. The team will be penalized twenty (20) points for improper use of safety
equipment.
9. In the event of a tie, the fastest time to complete the event will determine
the winner.
7. MCI Multiplex Module (DEMONSTRATION EVENT-2007)
a. Description
The demonstration competition will be conducted on a fully operational bus/coach - using
the I/O Control electrical system. The coach will have multiple electrically related
defects inserted onto the coach.
b. Components
• Two (2) Motor Coach Industries D Model Passenger coaches similarly
equipped with:
1. I/O Controls Multiplex Electrical System
2. Carrier A/C system
3. Detroit Diesel S60 or Caterpillar C13 engine
4. Allison B500 or ZF Astronic transmission
5. Wabco ABS brakes
c. Equipment • The following equipment will be provided for this event:
1. Digital Multi-meter with test leads
2. Complete set of coach electrical schematics including I/O Control ladder
logic
3. Hand tools required to remove electrical junction panel covers, fuse covers, etc
d. Defects
• One defect will render the engine inoperable.
1. For purposes of the Roadeo, inoperable will mean that the engine will turn over
with the starting motor, but will not continue to run after the starting circuit is
disengaged
• Defects will be mechanical or electrical in nature, leakage of any fluid will not be
considered a defect.
• Defects will be such that they do not require the coach to be repaired or taken apart.
• A total of six (6) defects will be inserted into the coach electrical system.
i. Note: The total number of defects may be reduced if it is determined the number
specified is unrealistic. Mechanics will be notified of the total number of actual
defects.
e. Time
1. The team will be allotted ten (10) minutes to inspect, troubleshoot,
diagnose, and legibly record the planted defects.
2. The team will only have to correct the defect that prevents the engine from
starting.
3. Time warnings will be given to the team at the two (2) minute, one (1) minute and
30 second time marks.
f. Scoring -
1. Possible points for this event total 350.
2. Fifty (50) points are awarded for each of the six (6) planted defects found and
fifty (50) points for recording and defining the cause and symptom of the defect.
3. Points will be given only for those six (6) defects that were planted by the
judges. No consideration will be given for listed defects not planted.
4. Points will be awarded for each defect correctly identified, recorded, and in the
case of the defect which renders engine inoperable, corrected.
5. The team will notify the judges when they are finished. Once notice is given,
the team may not list additional defects or make additional corrections to coach.
6. The team will be penalized ten (10) points for misuse of any diagnostic or test
equipment.
7. The team will be penalized twenty (20) points for improper use of safety
equipment.
8. In the event of a tie, the fastest time to complete the event will determine the winner.
C. MAINTENACE SCORING Maintenance Score Sheets can be found in Appendix 7.
Competition Events:
1. There will be a first, second and third place award for the overall maintenance
competition. The awards will be determined by highest point values.
2. In case of a tie for any place, the tie will be settled in the order as follows:
► The highest combined score from the Detroit Diesel/Allison and
Cummins/Voith Power Train Defect Problems;
► The highest vehicle inspection score;
► The lowest combined time required on the Detroit Diesel/Allison and Cummins/Voith Power
Train Defect Problems.
3. All decisions of the event judges are final.
MCI Multiplex Module :
1. For the 2007 Roadeo, the MCI Multiplex Module troubleshooting will be a
demonstration event only.
2. The MCI Multiplex Module Event will be scored but the score will not be included in
the final scoring for the competition.
VI. CUSTOMER SERVICE CHALLENGE
A. QUALIFICATIONS
1. Qualifying contestants must meet all the qualifying criteria of an operator competing in the
International Bus Roadeo. (See General Information, A&B)
2. Qualified contestants need not be competing in the 2007 International Bus Roadeo to be
eligible to compete in the Customer Service Challenge. However, those contestants not
competing in the driving portion of the roadeo must inform APTA before May 1, 2007, that they
will compete in the Customer Service Challenge preliminary judging.
NOTE: Contestants are not guaranteed a competition position in the final Customer Service
Challenge. Only a maximum of seven competitors will advance to the final round on Monday.
B. GENERAL INFORMATION
Preliminary Judging – Saturday, May 5, 2007
(2007 International Bus Roadeo Site, Nashville)
1. Interested contestants must participate in a preliminary judging event during the
Saturday practice of the International Bus Roadeo. The preliminary judging will be
based on a brief face-to-face interview with a judging panel.
2. Contestants may not watch or be in the competition area before or after competing.
3. After interviewing all interested contestants, the judging panel will select up to seven
contestants from the preliminary interview process to advance to the Customer Service
Challenge finals to be held on Monday, May 7, 2007.
4. Finalists will be announced at the Roadeo Swap Meet following the roadeo, Sunday,
May 6, 2007.
Final Judging
(Renaissance Hotel)
1. Contestants selected as finalists from the preliminary judging round will
participate in the finals of the Customer Service Challenge on Monday, May 7,
2007 at 2:15 p.m.
2. Contestants must arrive at the Customer Service Challenge check-in at least 60
minutes prior to the event. Contestants arriving late may be disqualified from the
competition.
3. Contestants are encouraged to wear their operator uniform.
4. Contestants may not watch or be in the competition area before competing.
C. COMPETITION EVENT Preliminary Judging
1. Contests will meet face-to-face with a panel of judges.
2. A brief interview will be the basis for the preliminary round.
3. Contestants will be asked to respond to a series of questions related customer
service.
Final Judging
1. All contestants will be presented with three customer service challenges presented by
a “passengers.”
a. All contestants will be asked to greet at least one “passenger” as the
“passenger(s)” board the vehicle.
b. The second challenge will be a scenario that all contestants will respond to.*
c. The last challenge will be a unique customer service challenge.
*Additional scenario elements may be randomly assigned to add reality to the challenge. These
scenario conditions could be complicating factors such as: adverse weather conditions, road
construction, etc. These conditions or elements will be communicated to the audience via story
boards, or equivalent.
D. TIME
Preliminary Judging
1. All interviews will last no longer than ten minutes.
Final Judging
2. All Contestants will have an equal amount of time to complete each challenge.
This time will be no more than 3 minutes.
3. Contestants will be signaled when time has elapsed.
E. SCORING
1. Contestants will be evaluated on a 1-5 scale. With 1 signifying poor customer
service and 5 signifying outstanding customer service.
2. There will be three judges.
3. The maximum points for this event are 45.
4. Each judge can award a maximum of 15 points, five for each of the three
challenges that are presented to the contestant.
5. The following desirable attributes will be considered by the judges in assigning
scores:
o Professionalism
o Eye contact
o Persuasion/Negotiation skills
o Incident management
o Problem solving creativity
o Non-confrontational
6. Scores from the Customer Service Challenge will NOT be included in the
overall scoring for the International Grand Champion.
VIII. QUESTIONS
Additional information regarding the Roadeo may be found at www.apta.com under the link to
the International Bus Roadeo.
Questions about the International Bus Roadeo should be directed to Lurae Stuart, Staff Advisor
to the APTA International Bus Roadeo Committee, at (202) 496-4844, or e-mail at
Registration questions for the Roadeo should be directed to Anitha Akins at (202) 496-4839 or
email at [email protected]
The Roadeo course and problems which are attached as appendices in this Handbook may
provide helpful information and assistance in the organization of your Roadeo.
HOST INFORMATION
GREETINGS
On behalf the Nashville Metropolitan Transit Authority, welcome to Music City
U.S.A. and the American Public Transportation Association Bus & Paratransit
Conference & International Bus Roadeo. We are honored to host this industry’s
largest gathering of bus and paratransit professionals and hope that your stay in our
beautiful city will be both educational and enjoyable.
This annual conference and “Roadeo” provides a wealth of information and fun
competition for transit professionals. There are a variety of activities planned that
will provide insight and solutions to the many challenges facing our industry today.
After the “Roadeo,” please plan to join us at the conference host forum on May 8 to
hear about a few of the innovative projects underway at the Nashville MTA:
BusLink Demand Response Zone and the Music City Star commuter rail. Later
this month, we also will break ground on a brand-new transit center, Music City
Central, in the downtown business district. This will allow us to move activities
from our outside transit mall into the new facility in late 2008.
While you are here, we also encourage you to experience Nashville’s world-famous
music and attractions. From country and blues at the historic Ryman Auditorium,
to classical or jazz at the brand-new Schermerhorn Symphony Hall, to R&B and
rock at local clubs, Nashville has got everything when it comes to music. In
addition, the city features a full-size replica of the Parthenon, world-class museums,
professional sports teams, and The Hermitage, the home of the seventh President of
the United States, Andrew Jackson.
A city that combines small-town warmth with Southern hospitality in an urban setting, Nashville
still manages to surprise and charm in equal measure. Welcome to Music City. We’re glad
you’re here!
Lewis Lavine Chairman
Nashville MTA Board of Directors
Paul J. Ballard Chief Executive Officer
Nashville MTA
Nashville Information
What Airport?
Nashville International Airport (BNA) – 6.37 miles to Nashville
How do you get to downtown Nashville? Nashville MTA is offering additional express service on its 18 Elm Hill Pike/Airport route May 4-10. For these seven days, express trips will run hourly from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. between the Nashville International Airport, the Downtown Transit Mall and the Renaissance and Hilton Hotels.
Directions to Roadeo Event site From Hilton Suites
(Gaylord Opryland Hotel & Convention Center) 2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN (Roadeo held near the Pavilion next to parking lot E on the Gaylord Opryland site)
1: Start out going NORTHWEST on 4TH AVE S toward BROADWAY / US-70 / TN-24.
2: Turn RIGHT onto BROADWAY / US-70 / TN-24.
3: Turn LEFT onto 3RD AVE N.
4: Turn RIGHT onto JAMES ROBERTSON PKWY / US-31 N / US-41 N / US-431 N / TN-11 N / TN-6 N. Continue to follow JAMES ROBERTSON
PKWY / US-31 N / US-41 N / US-431 N / TN-11 N.
5: Merge onto ELLINGTON PKWY / US-31E N / TN-6 N.
6: Merge onto BRILEY PKWY / TN-155 E.
7: Take the WEST MCGAVOCK PIKE exit- EXIT 12- toward OPRYLAND HOTEL / CONV CTR / MUSIC VALLEY DR.
8: Turn SLIGHT RIGHT onto MCGAVOCK PIKE.
9: Turn LEFT onto OPRYLAND DR.
10: Keep RIGHT at the fork to continue on OPRYLAND DR.
11:
<0.1 miles
<0.1 miles
0.4 miles
0.7 miles 4.9 miles
3.6 miles 0.1 miles
0.1 miles <0.1 miles
0.4 miles End at 2800 Opryland Dr Nashville, TN 37214-1200, US
Total Est. Time: 16 minutesTotal Est. Distance: 10.65 miles
Start: Hilton Suites Nashville: 615-620-1000 121 4th Ave S, Nashville, TN 37201, US
End: 2800 Opryland Dr Nashville, TN 37214-1200, US
2005 35ft Low Floor Gillig Model G21B102N4 Unladed weight 26,700lbs
GVWR 39,600lbs
GAWR Front 14,600lbs
GAWR Rear 25,000lbs
Overall Length 36’
Turning Radius 36’
Overall Height 116”
Overall Width 102”
Front Step Height 15”
Approach/Departure Angle 9 degrees
Engine Cummins ISM CM870
Transmission Allison WB400 5 speed automatic
Advertised Horsepower* 280-500 bhp
Peak Torque 1150-1550 lb-ft
Governed Speed 2100 rpm/65 mph
Number of Cylinders 6
Net Weight 2,181 lbs
2005 40ft Low Floor Gillig Model G21D102N4 Unladed weight 27,840lbs
GVWR 39,600lbs
GAWR Front 14,600lbs
GAWR Rear 25,000lbs
Overall length 40’
Turning Radius 43’
Overall height 116”
Front Step Height 15”
Approach/Departure Angle 9 degrees
Engine Cummins ISM CM870
Transmission Allison WB400 5 speed automatic
Advertised Horsepower* 280-500 bhp
Peak Torque 1150-1550 lb-ft
Governed Speed 2100 rpm/65 mph
Number of Cylinders 6
Net Weight 2,181 lbs
International Bus Roadeo Site Layout
Nashville 2007
APPENDICES
APPENDIX 1:
SWAP MEET
All Roadeo participants, managers, supervisors, vendors, family and friends are welcome to
attend the APTA Bus Roadeo Swap Meet. The Swap Meet is a place where Roadeo
memorabilia, transit related pins, hats, shirts, patches, and other items are traded, exchanged or
distributed.
Attendees are encouraged to bring items for exchange and join the group for a memorable, gala
social evening. However, trading or exchanging memorabilia and other items is not a
requirement to participate in the Swap Meet.
Mailing labels will be sent to every registered team so that swap meet items may be mailed
directly to the hotel. Look for them in your informational packet.
The Swap Meet is held on Sunday night after the Roadeo. See Appendix 8, Schedule for
Competitors for location and time.
Selling of Roadeo material or swap items is prohibited.
APPENDIX 2:
ROADEO WINNERS
GRAND CHAMPIONS: Year Transit System
1998 Sacramento Regional Transit District, Sacramento, CA
1999 AC Transit, Oakland, CA
2000 AC Transit, Oakland, CA
2001 AC Transit, Oakland, CA
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority, Philadelphia, PA SEPTA,
2002 AC Transit, Oakland, CA
2003 Eastern Contra Costa Transit Authority (Tri-Delta Transit), Antioch, CA,
2004 AC Transit, Oakland, CA
2005 King County Department of Transportation, Seattle, WA
2006 AC Transit, Oakland, CA
BUS OPERATORS: 40-FOOT Year Operator's Name Transit System
1985 Michael F. Murphy Metropolitan Suburban Bus Authority, New York, NY
1986 Richard L. Vierra AC Transit - Oakland, CA
1987 Donald Brady Municipality of Metropolitan Seattle, Seattle, WA
1988 Robert Zuzworsky MTA New York City Transit, New York, NY
1989 John Gonzalez Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County – Houston, TX
1990 Robert J. Gartner Sacramento Regional Transit District, Sacramento, CA
1991 George E. Norman BC Transit, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
1992 George E. Norman BC Transit, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
1993 Richard Bastedo Rochester-Genesee Regional Transit, Authority Rochester, NY
1994 Kent Stover Jacksonville Transportation Authority, Jacksonville, FL
1995 Donald L. Brady King County Dept. of Transportation Metro - Seattle, WA
1996 Henry DeBato Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County Houston, TX
1997 Zenon Rinylo Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Philadelphia, PA
1998 Robert J. Gartner Sacramento Regional Transit Authority, Sacramento, CA
1999 Jesse E. Del Cruz Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District, Oakland, CA
2000 Jesse E. Del Cruz Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District, Oakland, CA
2001 Zenon J. Rinylo Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority, Philadelphia, PA
2002 Charlie N. Kennedy Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, Houston, TX
2003 Gilbert Castro Eastern Contra Costa Transit Authority, (Tri Delta Transit) Antioch, CA
2004 Edwin Negron New Jersey Transit Corporation, Newark, NJ
2005 Charlie N. Kennedy Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, Houston TX
2006 Matt Chomjack, Snohomish County Public Transportation Benefit Area
Corporation (Community Transit), Snohomish, WA
BUS OPERATORS: 35-FOOT Year Operator's Name Transit System
1985 G. Ernest Norman BC Transit, Victoria, British Columbia, Canada
1986 Mark S. Wright Blacksburg Transit, Blacksburg, VA
1987 Charles Roberts Central Ohio Transit Authority, Columbus, OH
1988 George A. Barna Pierce Transit - Tacoma, WA
1989 (tie) David Losey Spokane Transit Authority - Spokane, WA Allen Martin Pierce Transit
- Tacoma, WA
1990 Gary W. Johnson San Mateo County Transit, Burlingame, CA
1991 Robert W. Mills Fort Worth Transportation Authority, Fort Worth, TX
1992 Dan Schmidt Ben Franklin Transit, Richland, WA
1993 Darrion Mitchell Columbus Transit System/Metra, Columbus, GA
1994 Bethel (Von) McKoy Capital Area Transit - Raleigh, NC
1995 David W. Nowacki Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority, Toledo, OH
1996 Carless Lee Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority Philadelphia, PA
1997 Timothy Orr Modesto Area Express, Modesto, CA
1998 Wayne Parsley Yakima Transit, Yakima, WA
1999 Daniel R. Schmidt Ben Franklin Transit, Richland, WA
2000 Daniel R. Schmidt Ben Franklin Transit, Richland, WA
2001 Ignacio Medina Link Transit, Wenatchee, WA
2005 Arthur Murillo Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Austin, TX
2003 Darrion Mitchell Metra, Columbus, GA
2004 Jimmy Gibbs MARTA, Atlanta, GA
2005 Arthur Murillo Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Austin, TX
2006 Phillip Patterson Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority, Columbia, SC
BUS MAINTENANCE Year Team Members' Names Transit System
1988 F. Bean Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Washington, DC
D. Saul
T. Schuyler
1989 R. Boswell Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority Cleveland, OH
R. Conway
E. Delligatti
1990 R. D'Elia MTA New York City Transit Brooklyn, NY
T. DeSanctis
H. Walter
1991 P. Murnane Chicago Transit Authority Chicago, IL
J. Murphy
T. Smith
1992 D. Hoff Mass Transit Administration of Maryland Baltimore, MD
B. Owens
T. Ogden
1993 K. Duda Dallas Area Rapid Transit Dallas, TX
M. Emanuelson
S. Schepers
1994 K. Duda Dallas Area Rapid Transit Dallas, TX
M. Emanuelson
S. Schepers
1995 A. Bartley Miami Valley Regional Transit Authority Dayton, OH
B. Atkinson
T. Tipton
1996 M. McKee Sacramento Regional Transit District Sacramento, CA
H. Zickefoose
M. O'Brien
1997 (tie) D. Allmond Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority
P. Carey Philadelphia, PA Mike Westerfer
D. Creveling Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation
M. Pedemonte Authority, Los Angeles, CA A. Wong
1998 D. Macdonald BC Transit R. Simmonds Victoria, British Columbia , Canada
B. Thompson
1999 J. R. Balderas Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County Houston, TX
J. W. Brown
W. L. Coria
2000 D. J. Splan Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District Oakland, CA
J. A. Souza
E. Villarreal
2001 D. J. Splan Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District Oakland, CA
J. A. Souza
E. Villarreal
2002 D. J. Splan Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District Oakland, CA
J. A. Souza
E. Villarreal
2003 Leonard R. Emry King County Department of Transportation Larry Seattle, WA Ryan
M. Fitzpatrick
M. Stringfellow
2004 Leonard R. Emry King County Department of Transportation Seattle, WA Ryan
Larry M. Fitzpatrick
M. Stringfellow
2005 Leonard R. Emry King County Department of Transportation Seattle, WA
Larry M. Fitzpatrick
Ryan M. Stringfellow
2006 Pat D’Amico LYNX - Central Florida Regional Transportation Orlando, FL
Hemo Harnanan
Fernando Polanco
Appendix 3:
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
OPERATOR:
1. Q: Can someone ride with me?
A: Yes. On course orientation day, as long as they are not disruptive.
No. On competition day.
2. Q: Are you going to guide me through the course? A: No. You will be provided with a diagram of the course and it is your responsibility to
negotiate the obstacles in proper order.
3. Q: Do I have to use the horn and turn signals? A: Yes. If you do not use your horn and/or signals, you will lose points from the on-board
safety judge.
4. Q: Am I allowed to go outside the line of perimeter cones? A: No. You must stay within the course lines. Each course marker or perimeter cone
touched will count as a penalty.
5. Q: May I take off my jacket when I compete? A: Yes. Make yourself comfortable after the personal appearance inspection.
6. Q: Can I use the mirrors that I am used to? A: No. You must use the mirrors provided on the host property buses.
7. Q: Will I be driving the same type of bus that I drive in my system? A: You will be driving the vehicle provided by the host property for either 35' or 40'
competition. Vehicle information is provided in the Host property information appendix.
8. Q: On practice day do I have to wear my uniform? A: No.
9. Q: Can I go through the course more than once on practice day? A: No. Time permits only one trip on practice day (10 minute max. time limit).
10. Q: Do I have to be on time for practice and competition? A: Yes. Every one is scheduled for a certain time and the schedule must be maintained. You must
report to the starter no later than 60 minutes prior to the start time listed in the official schedule.
11. Q: Will there be transportation from the Hotel to the Roadeo site? A: Yes. Refer to Appendix 8, Roadeo Schedule or APTA website for additional information.
12. Q: Do I have to take a safety quiz? A: No.
13. Q: Do I go through the defect bus?
A: Yes, 2007 will be a trial competition for a pre-trip inspection.
14. Q: Do I get a personal appearance inspection? A: Yes.
15. Q: May I adjust my mirrors? A: Yes. You are responsible for adjusting your mirrors.
16. Q: Do I lose points if I back up? A: Yes. In all course events except for the first backup in the left and right reverses, you will
lose points each time you reverse.
17. Q: If I hit the same cone twice do I lose double points? A: No. Once you are charged with hitting a cone you are not charged for it the second time.
18. Q: If I just touch the base of a cone does it count against me? A: Yes. Hitting or even touching any portion of the cone counts as a hit.
19. Q: Is my manager allowed to walk behind my bus when I am competing? A: No. Only Roadeo Officials and judges are allowed on the course while competition (or
practice) is in progress. Spectators may watch from the spectator areas.
20. Q: Will I be allowed to walk through the course? A: No. Familiarize yourself with the course through the materials provided and your
practice trip. You may observe the course from the perimeter on practice day.
21. Q: Does time on the course count? A: Yes. The course time limit is seven (7) minutes. Points will be deducted for every second
over seven (7) minutes.
22. Q: Does smoothness of operation count? A: Yes. You will be observed by the On-Board Judge
23. Q: Does speed count? A: Your speed through the diminishing clearance obstacle must be at least 20 mph (32kph).
24. Q: Do you award dual prizes for a tie score? A: No. The contestant with the lowest time through the course wins.
25. Q: How many prizes are awarded? A: First, Second and Third prizes in the 35' category, First, Second and Third prizes in the
40' category.
26. Q: Do I have to wear my badge or name plate? A: Only if it's part of your uniform.
27. Q: Can I wear sneakers?
A: Wear the same kind of shoes you wear when you are operating in passenger service at
your system.
28. Q: Will there be refreshments/lunch? A: Refreshments will be available on competition day.
29. Q: Can I bring my family? A: Yes. Come and enjoy the festivities and competition. Spectator areas are available for
the Operator course.
30. Q: Do I have to come to orientation? A: No. You are strongly encouraged to come to orientation.
31. Q: Do I have to use a seat belt? A: Yes. 5 Points will be deducted for failure to use your seat belt.
32. Q: Is the course set up as shown in the APTA handbook? A: Obstacle configurations are the same, but dimensions and sequence may be different.
The course will be set up on practice day in competition sequence.
33. Q: How is the decision made on which goes first, 35' or 40' buses? A: In odd number years 35' buses go first. In even years 40' buses go first.
34. Q: Is the rear cone in the backups fixed or does it vary? A: The rear cone is fixed.
35. Q: Will there be a bus available for familiarization purposes? A: Yes. On practice day both 35' and 40' buses will be available.
35. Q: Do I have to call ADA announcements at the Bus Stops Only? A: Yes. You must call the stop before you start forward movement out of the bus stop.
36. Q: Can I get out of the bus during practice? A: No.
37. Q: Do I need to use the P.A. (Public Announcement) System to announce ADA call Stops? A: No.
38. Q: On the Right and Left reverses do I start at a 45 degree angle? A: You can start at whatever angle you prefer.
39. Q: Do the buses have bike racks? A: Yes, . The bike racks will remain on the buses.
40: Q: Can I palm the steering wheels on Turns? A: No.
41: Q: When do I have to turn on the flashers? A: Before you back your bus at the left and right reverses and any other time you have to back
your bus.
42: Q: Do hazard light have to be on in the passenger stop? A: No. Only turn signals have to be used.
43. Q: DO I practice in the same bus I compete in? A: Yes. Unless a bus becomes disables, then all the remaining buses will be mixed up.
44. Q: Do I apply the passenger/parking/emergency brake on passenger stops or reverses? A: No.
45 Q: Can I shift the bus from drive to reverse without going into neutral? A: It depends on the bus type used.
46. Q: Do I open the doors at passenger stops? A: Yes.
47. Q: On the Right and Left Reverses, does the clock stop when I open the doors? A: You do not open the doors. You will honk your horn when you have completed your backing.
The clock will stop until you start forward movement.
48. Q: Will the time for practice be the same time on competition day? A: Yes
49. Q: Whenever the bus is disabled, does my time stop? A: Yes.
50. Q: If the doors are open when you drive off, will points be deducted? A: Yes. It is a safety issue. Most buses will not let the bus move when the doors are open.
51. Q: On the right and left reverses, do I need to turn on my flashers and honk my horn before
backing? A: Yes. You must use the flashers and horn at anytime you back on the course.
52. Q: Do I need to use my turn signals on free turns? A: Yes. Any time you move right or left on the course, you must use your turn signals.
53. Q: On my practice day, may my rider open the emergency window to see how close I am? A: No. The emergency windows are never to be opened while practicing on the course.
54. Q: Will there be judges on board the bus on practice day? A: No.
55. Q: Will someone ride with me on the practice day to show me the course? A: No. A course map will be given to you at orientation the night before.
56. Q: Can my support person get out of the bus on practice day? A: No. They must remain on the bus.
57. Q: When I back into the reverses and stop and then continue backing into the reverses, will
I be penalized? A: No, You will only be penalized if you pull forward and back in a second time.
58. Q: How will the judges know when I have completed my backing into the reverses? A: You will honk your horn.
59. Q: Practice Day will I be told how far I am from the curb? A: Yes.
60. Q: How long may I be on the course on Practice day? A: 10 minutes. After 10 minutes you will be asked to exit the course.
61. Q: Do I have to compete in my uniform? A: Yes. If your uniform includes coat and tie. You may remove your tie and coat to become more
comfortable.
62. Q: Do I have to wear my uniform of practice day? A: No.
MECHANICS:
1. Q: Can my team’s competition be videotaped?
A: There will be absolutely no video cameras or videotaping in the competition area.
2. Q: Can photos be taken of the events?
A: Still photos may be taken but anyone taking photos must not interfere or distract the
contestants.
3. Q: What type of ABS system is used in the Roadeo
A: Wabco 4S/4M
4. Q: How many members can a Maintenance team have?
A: The standard maintenance team is made up of three mechanics. Two person teams may
compete but no special compensation will be made for them.
5. Can all team members participate in each of the Maintenance problems?
A: The committee has decided that all members can work on all problems. Each team must
decide the best use of team members and not create a safety issue due to
space constraints
6. Q: Are the Friday maintenance training sessions mandatory?
A: No. They are not mandatory but strongly encouraged. Teams will be briefed on the
latest in systems operation. Teams that attend both training/information sessions are
brought up to date on the latest information regarding the maintenance tasks and are
provided important information about the competition modules.
7. Q: Do I have to come to orientation?
A: No. You are encouraged to come to orientation, but it is not mandatory.
8. Q: Why was driving removed from the Maintenance Roadeo?
A: The Roadeo Committee determined that the lengthening time to complete the Roadeo
was creating a safety and fairness issue. They also wanted to keep the focus of the
Maintenance competition on the primary maintenance skills.
9. Q: Will the defects be revealed after the event is completed?
A: No.
10. Q: Will there be transportation from the Hotel to the Roadeo site?
A: Yes: Refer to Appendix 8, Roadeo Schedule or www.apta.com website for addition
information.
11. Q: Do I get a personal appearance inspection?
A: No. You must wear safe clothing, including proper shoe, ear, and eye protection
12. Q: Can I bring my family?
A: Yes. Come and enjoy the festivities and competition.
13. Q: Are my family, manager, friends allowed with the team while we compete?
A: Maybe. Some years there isn’t room for spectators in the Maintenance events. Your
team manager(s) will be allowed in the area. Note: We cannot hold up
the competition waiting for anyone to arrive.
14. Q: Will there be refreshments/lunch?
A: Refreshments will be available on competition day.
15. Q: Will there be a bus available for familiarization purposes?
A: Yes. Both 35' and 40' buses will be available.
16. Q: What time should I arrive to compete?
A: Contestants need to arrive at the Maintenance check-in at least 30 minutes prior to your
scheduled start time.
17. Q: What if I am late to the competition? A: Teams who report late to the Maintenance check-in may be disqualified from the competition.
Allow enough time to arrive at the Roadeo site early.
18. Q: Can I go to the Roadeo site prior to the Sunday competition? A: No. Maintenance team members are not allowed at the Roadeo site prior to the day of
competition. Any violation of this policy may cause your team to be disqualified from competition.
NOTE: Questions and answers are provided to assist Roadeo contestants with familiarization of the Roadeo
competition. On-field officials are responsible for interpretations and decisions during competition.
Appendix 4:
OPERATOR COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Both course layouts are typical. The order of the obstacles may vary in the International Roadeo
competition.
Appendix 5
OPERATOR EVENT
DESCRIPTIONS
Appendix 6:
OPERATOR
SCORE SHEETS
AMERICAN PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATION
INTERNATIONAL BUS ROADEO (OPERATIONS)
SAFETY HABITS
Contestant’s Number _______________ Bus Number __________________
SECTION A
1. Deduct 1 point for each instance of _____ x 1 = _____
failing to use proper turn signals
2. Deduct 3 points for each instance of _____ x 3 = _____
failing to sound the horn before backing up
3. Deduct 3 points for each instance of _____ x 3 = _____
failing to use flashers while backing up
4. Deduct 3 points for each instance of _____ x 3 = _____
moving bus with door opened
5. Deduct 5 points for failing to use seat belt _____ x 5 = _____
Points off (Add lines 1 thru 5) A: _____
SECTION B
Deduct 2 points if the Operator exhibits poor:
1. Posture 2 _____
2. Use of mirrors 2 _____
3. Use of hands 2 _____
4. Use of feet 2 _____
Points off (Add lines 1 thru 4) B: _____
TOTAL POINTS OFF (Add A and B) ______ Notes: Maximum Penalty Points – 25
JUDGES SIGNATURE _______________________________ Total Points Possible __25_
JUDGES SIGNATURE _______________________________ Less Total Points Off _____
POINTS EARNED
12
AMERICAN PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATION
INTERNATIONAL BUS ROADEO (OPERATIONS)
SAFETY HABITS
Contestant’s Number _______________ Bus Number __________________
Evaluate each contestant on his/her ability to deliver a smooth ride. The following criteria is to
be employed in making each evaluation:
Deduct 10 points for each A.D.A. announcement not made. Deduct one point for each
occurrence of sudden stops, sudden starts and abrupt turns.
Penalties
1. A.D.A. Announcements 2 _____
2. Sudden stops 2 _____
3. Sudden starts 2 _____
4. Abrupt turns 2 _____
TOTAL POINTS OFF (Add 1 and 4) ______ Notes: Maximum Penalty Points – 25
JUDGES SIGNATURE _______________________________ Total Points Possible __25_
JUDGES SIGNATURE _______________________________ Less Total Points Off _____
POINTS EARNED
13
AMERICAN PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATION
INTERNATIONAL BUS ROADEO (OPERATIONS)
PERSONAL APPERANCE
Contestant’s Number _______________ Bus Number __________________
Personal Appearance (please circle the grade points earned)
Excellent -----------------------------------50
Good ----------------------------------------40
Fair ------------------------------------------30
Poor -----------------------------------------20
Very Poor ----------------------------------10
Reasons for Judge’s Rating _______________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
JUDGES SIGNATURE ___________________________ POINTS EARNED
14
AMERICAN PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATION
INTERNATIONAL BUS ROADEO (OPERATIONS)
TIME KEEPER’S RECORD
Contestant’s Number _______________ Bus Number __________________
NOTE: Time stops for mechanical trouble and at each course problem where measurements are
taken. Time stops at the completion of the judgment stop.
Elapsed Time: _____ minutes _____ seconds
Penalty of one point per second over seven minutes.
POINTS
PENALIZED
TIMEKEEPER’S SIGNATURE ___________________________
TIME
15
AMERICAN PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATION
INTERNATIONAL BUS ROADEO (OPERATIONS)
Score Sheet Summary
Contestant’s Number _______________ Bus Number __________________
Driving Tests Base Score Points Earned
4. Right Turn 50 ___________
7. Left Hand Turn 50 ___________
6. Left hand Reverse 50 ___________
1. Serpentine 50 ___________
9. Right Hand Reverse 50 ___________
2. Offset Street 50 ___________
3. Rear Duals Clearance 50 ___________
8. 2nd
Customer Stop 50 ___________
10. Diminishing Clearance 50 ___________
11. Judgment Stop 50 ___________
12. Safety Habits 50 ___________
13. Smoothness of Operations /A.D.A. 50 ___________
14. Personal Appearance 50 ___________
5. 1st Passenger Stop 50 ___________
Contestants Sub-Total
15. Time Keeper’s Record
Overtime Penalty (Deduct 1 Point For Each Second Over 7 Minutes)
(Not to Exceed 9 Minutes)
Contestants Grand Total
Recorder’s Signature: 1st Tally _______ Recheck _______ Date_______/_______/_______
Recorder’s Signature: 1st Tally _______ Recheck _______ Date_______/_______/_______
Recorder’s Signature: 1st Tally _______ Recheck _______ Date_______/_______/_______
Elapsed Time: _____Minutes _____ Seconds
AMERICAN PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATION
INTERNATIONAL BUS ROADEO (DEMO - OPERATOR)
PRE-TRIP INSPECTION
Operator Number: __________
Score
8 Planted defects, 5 points each;
Number of planted defects found
Points earned ________ x 5 = _________
1 Security hazard, 10 points
Number of planted defects found
Points earned ________ x 10 = _________
Penalty
Subtract 1 point penalty for each item not returned to original condition
(Compartment doors, lights, windows, etc.)
Number of items not returned to original condition:
Points penalized ________ x 1 = _________
JUDGE’S SIGNATURE: Points earned _______
JUDGE’S SIGNATURE: Less penalty points ________
POINTS EARNED
0
Appendix 7:
MAINTENANCE
SCORE SHEETS
AMERICAN PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATION
INTERNATIONAL BUS ROADEO (OPERATIONS)
VEHICLE INSPECTION
Team Number _______________
Score
14 Planted defects, 25 points each;
Number of planted defects found
Points earned _______ x 25 = _______
Penalty
Subtract 10 point pentalty for each item not secured
(compartment door, lights, windows, etc.)
Number of items not secured
Points penalized _______ x 10 = _______
JUDGES SIGNATURE _______________________________ Points earned _____
JUDGES SIGNATURE _______________________________ Less penalty points _____
POINTS EARNED
1
AMERICAN PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATION
INTERNATIONAL BUS ROADEO (OPERATIONS)
VEHICLE INSPECTION
Team Number _______________
Score
7 Planted defects, 50 points each;
Number of planted defects found
Points earned _______ x 50 = _______
Penalty
A. Engine not in operational condition
Enter 0 or 50
B. Improper use of test equipment
Enter 0 or 50
Total penalty points _______
Time to Start ________________________________
JUDGES SIGNATURE _______________________________ Points earned _____
JUDGES SIGNATURE _______________________________ Less penalty points _____
POINTS EARNED
2
AMERICAN PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATION
INTERNATIONAL BUS ROADEO (OPERATIONS)
CUMMINS/VOITH
POWER TRAIN DEFECT
Team Number _______________
Score
7 Planted defects, 50 points each;
Number of planted defects found
Points earned _______ x 50 = _______
Penalty
A. Engine not in operational condition
Enter 0 or 50
B. Improper use of test equipment
Enter 0 or 50
Total penalty points _______
Time to Start ________________________________
JUDGES SIGNATURE _______________________________ Points earned _____
JUDGES SIGNATURE _______________________________ Less penalty points _____
POINTS EARNED
3
AMERICAN PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATION
INTERNATIONAL BUS ROADEO (OPERATIONS)
TRUCK TRAILER TRANSIT/BENDIX
AIR BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) DEFECT
Team Number _______________
Score
A. Diagnosis of Electrical Portion of Problem
1 Planted defect, 50 points;
Correct (Yes+50 points/No= 0 points) __________
B. Number of Air Brake System defects found
6 Planted defects, 5- points each;
Number of planted defects found __________
Total Points __________
Penalty
C. Air Brake System not returned to original status
Enter 0 or 10 __________
D. Safety – operating Air Brake System in an unsafe
Manner __________
Enter 0 or 10
Total penalty points __________
Tie Breaker
Elapsed Time for ABS Defect Portion: ________________________________
JUDGES SIGNATURE _______________________________ Points earned _____
JUDGES SIGNATURE _______________________________ Less penalty points _____
POINTS EARNED
4
AMERICAN PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATION
INTERNATIONAL BUS ROADEO (OPERATIONS)
THERMO KING
HVACK INTELLIGAIRE DEFECT
Team Number _______________
Score
A. Indentify/Record logged alarm Code(s) (50 points) __________
B. Indentify/Record defects found
6 planted defects, 50 points each:
Number of planted defects found _____ x 50 each = ________
Total Points __________
Penalty
A. A.C unit & simulator non-operational
Enter 0 or 10 __________
B. Improper use of test equipment
Enter 0 or 10 __________
C. Improper use of safety equipment
Enter 0 or 10 __________
Total penalty points __________
Tie Breaker
Elapsed Time for ABS Defect Portion: ________________________________
JUDGES SIGNATURE _______________________________ Points earned _____
JUDGES SIGNATURE _______________________________ Less penalty points _____
POINTS EARNED
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AMERICAN PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATION
INTERNATIONAL BUS ROADEO (OPERATIONS)
WRITTEN TEST
Team Number _______________
1) A B C D 18) A B C D 35) A B C D
2) A B C D 19) A B C D 36) A B C D
3) A B C D 20) A B C D 37) A B C D
4) A B C D 21) A B C D 38) A B C D
5) A B C D 22) A B C D 39) A B C D
6) A B C D 23) A B C D 40) A B C D
7) A B C D 24) A B C D 41) A B C D
8) A B C D 25) A B C D 42) A B C D
9) A B C D 26) A B C D 43) A B C D
10) A B C D 27) A B C D 44) A B C D
11) A B C D 28) A B C D 45) A B C D
12) A B C D 29) A B C D 46) A B C D
13) A B C D 30) A B C D 47) A B C D
14) A B C D 31) A B C D 48) A B C D
15) A B C D 32) A B C D 49) A B C D
16) A B C D 33) A B C D 50) A B C D
17) A B C D 34) A B C D
Number Correct __________ x 25 = __________
JUDGES SIGNATURE _______________________________ POINTS EARNED
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Appendix 8
CUSTOMER SERVICE SCORE
SHEET
AMERICAN PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
ASSOCIATION
INTERNATIONAL BUS ROADEO
CUSTOMER SERVICE CHALLENGE
Operator Number: ________________
Judge Number:___________________
Score
Passenger #1: Points earned ________ (5 Max)
Passenger #2: Points earned ________ (5 Max)
Passenger #3: Points earned ________ (5 Max)
TOTAL POINTS EARNED
Max 15 points
JUDGE’S SIGNATURE: ___________________
Appendix 9
APTA INTERNATIONAL BUS
ROADEO EVENT SCHEDULE
AMERICAN PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ASSOCIATION
2007 INTERNATIONAL BUS ROADEO HOSTED BY NASHVILLE MTA
SCHEDULE FOR ROADEO COMPETITORS
ROADEO ACTIVITIES: Nashville Hilton, 121 Fourth Ave, South, Nashville, TN 37201 (Unless otherwise noted in italics)
ROADEO: Gaylord Opryland Hotel & Convention Center
2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville, TN (Roadeo held near the Pavilion next to parking lot E on the Gaylord Opryland site)
ALLOW A MINIMUM OF 25 MINUTES TRAVEL TIME
BANQUET: Renaissance Nashville, 611 Commerce St, Nashville, TN 37203
THURSDAY, MAY 3 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. Roadeo Registration, Room: Concourse
(Badges, information and Roadeo banquet table reservations)
FRIDAY, MAY 4
1:00 – 6:00 p.m. Roadeo Registration, Room: Concourse
(Badges, information and Roadeo banquet table reservations)
7:30 – 9:30 p.m. Mechanics’ Orientation- Mandatory
8:00 – 10:00 p.m. Operators’ Orientation- Mandatory
SATURDAY, MAY 5
5:30 a.m. Meet in hotel lobby and depart on shuttle buses
for site. Breakfast and lunch served at the Roadeo site. 7:00 – 9:00 a.m. & Roadeo Registration, Room: Concourse
1:00 – 2:00 p.m. (Badges, information and Roadeo banquet table reservations)
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Operators Driving Course Practice & Pre-Trip Trial Competition
Customer Service Challenge Qualifying Event
9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon Mechanics Training:
& 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. • ThermoKing HVAC • Detroit Diesel/Allison Power Train • Cummins/Voith Power Train • Truck Trailer Transit/Bendix Air Board
• MCI I/O Control Module
SUNDAY, MAY 6
5:30 a.m. Meet in hotel lobby and depart on shuttle buses for site Breakfast and lunch will be served at the Roadeo site.
7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. ROADEO 7:00 a.m. maintenance, 8:00 a.m. (or light) operator.
4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Opening General Session, Bus and Paratransit Conference
7:15 – 7:25 p.m. Roadeo Swap Meet Set Up
7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Roadeo Reception and Swap Meet
***NOTE: ROADEO COMPETITORS AND SUPERVISORS ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND ANY SESSIONS OF THE CONFERENCE. THE FOLLOWING HIGHLIGHTED SESSIONS ARE FORMATED FOR
COMPETITORS AND SUPERVISORS. MORE INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND IN THE BUS & PARATRANSIT CONFERENCE PROGRAM.
MONDAY, MAY 7
8:30 – 10:00 a.m. General Forum: Energy and the Environment 10:30 – Noon Mechanics Training: Door Troubleshooting
10:30 – Noon Operator Training: Musculoskeletal Disorder Awareness & Prevention: Part 1
1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Bus Display & Lunch (Lunch hosted during the display from 12 to 2 p.m.) 2:15 – 3:45 p.m. Mechanics Training: Electronic Diagnosis
2:15 – 3:45 p.m. Operator Training: System Security Awareness for Transit Employees: Part 1 4:00 – 5:30 p.m. Mechanics Training: Hybrid Technology & Energy Storage
4:00 – 5:30 p.m. Operator Training: System Security Awareness for Transit Employees: Part 2
TUESDAY, MAY 8
8:00 – 9:30 a.m. Host Forum: Moving Forward with New Innovative Transit Services 9:45 – 11:15 a.m. Mechanics Training: ASE Certification Preparation 9:45 – 11:15 a.m. Operator Training: Musculoskeletal Disorder Awareness & Prevention: Part 2
10:30 – 2:30 p.m. Bus Showcase & Lunch (Lunch served from 12 – 2:30 p.m.)
Free Time Free Time
7:00 – 9:30 p.m. International Bus Roadeo Grand Awards Banquet
WEDNESDAY, MAY 9
8:30 – 11:45 a.m. Conference Sessions Continue -see Bus Conference Program
12 noon – 2:00 p.m. Closing Lunch – Quality of Service