When is the best time to undertake a daily road check for a bus?

Conducting a daily road check for a bus is most effectively done on the way to collect your first passengers of the day. This timing serves several purposes. Firstly, performing the check right before picking up passengers ensures that any potential issues with the bus can be identified and rectified before the vehicle is used for transporting people. It emphasizes the importance of safety and reliability, as passengers' safety is paramount.

Additionally, performing the road check during this time allows the driver to familiarize themselves with the vehicle's condition in a practical context, ensuring everything is functioning properly while still fresh in the driver’s mind. When drivers complete the check before starting the operational day, they have the opportunity to respond immediately to any problems and maintain punctuality in service schedule.

In contrast, some of the other options could result in missing essential safety checks only noticed when the vehicle is actively engaged in passenger transport. Therefore, completing the road check prior to picking up passengers is the most sensible choice.