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Some drivers like to be lax like that, since they only need to control the pedals with the right foot, since I believe on them they are on the same side of the steering column (right hand), so drivers don't need the left foot, therefore putting it wherever they please
Yes, it's standard for pedals to be one the right side of the steering column, so the left foot is entirely redundant.
Yes, this is true as the vehicle doesn't need a clutch and you should really only use one foot for both brake and accelerate, but I don't feel this is appropriate and here is my reason why:
It is good to be and feel relaxed while driving, but he needs to be ready to react to an emergency. With his foot there he will struggle to brace and prepare himself to come to a stop or to take any other form of action. The angle of his body will stop him from being able to switch peddle easily, even with the other foot as his left foot is pushing his body away from the front of the cab.
Yes, this is true as the vehicle doesn't need a clutch and you should really only use one foot for both brake and accelerate, but I don't feel this is appropriate and here is my reason why:
It is good to be and feel relaxed while driving, but he needs to be ready to react to an emergency. With his foot there he will struggle to brace and prepare himself to come to a stop or to take any other form of action. The angle of his body will stop him from being able to switch peddle easily, even with the other foot as his left foot is pushing his body away from the front of the cab.
but the brakes are completely on the right hand sideI agree with you completely, he needs to be ready if an emergency arises. Safety of the passengers are a bus drivers number 1 priority.
I don't think you understand though, the driver would be able to use the brakes, but it would be harder to change pedals, and harder to brace himself for an impact. Being in that possession in a collisions is quite hazardous too.but the brakes are completely on the right hand side
I see my Uno bus drivers doing this on Enviro 200 Only i dont generally see it in any other bus as they is no room xDI don't think you understand though, the driver would be able to use the brakes, but it would be harder to change pedals, and harder to brace himself for an impact. Being in that possession in a collisions is quite hazardous too.
I don't think YOU understand, the drivers left foot is useless. The pedals are on his right side, not left, so he doesn't need his left foot. You do know humand can move both legs at the same time yes?I don't think you understand though, the driver would be able to use the brakes, but it would be harder to change pedals, and harder to brace himself for an impact. Being in that possession in a collisions is quite hazardous too.
Its not illegal atall, i used to do it and its not an issue.While the leg is actually not needed as stated, it is illegal to do such a thing when behind the wheel of a PSV vehicle whist operating Service, most companies will issue drivers with a fine or something as such as it is classed as driving with undue care and attention i know Arriva are very strict with such actions!
I think it makes little difference to how people view the busses in this country. Most people see them as awful anyway, and already have very low expectation (apart from us bus fans though )Doesn't exactly look great though does it? Be like putting your feet on the reception desk in an office job.