Daily Archives: January 12, 2014

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Deadhead

A deadhead is when a bus that is moved from one location to another with no passengers (empty bus). There are several reasons for deadheads.  Capacity (shortage of buses). Maintenance (bus can safely be moved but conditions prevent the carrying of passengers. No heat or A/C, passenger door will not stay shut, […]

Cushion

A cushion (also known as Deadhead on Cushion (DHOC)) is the term used when a driver rides a bus to relocate from one location to another. When assigned a cushion driver is paid at protection rate. A driver can also book off and cushion at his/her own expense.