Rhode Island General Laws Title 31. Motor and Other Vehicles § 31-22-11.4. School bus drivers pre-trip inspection

Every school bus driver shall perform a daily pre-trip inspection of his or her assigned vehicle, and shall report promptly and in writing any defect or deficiencies discovered that may affect the safety of the vehicle's operation or result in mechanical breakdown. Pre-trip inspection and condition reports for school vehicles subject to the motor carrier safety regulations of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (“FMCSA”) as may be amended from time to time shall be performed in accordance with those regulations.