At a bus stop, a cyclist is approaching from behind your bus on the right side as your passengers begin to disembark. What is the most immediate safety concern?

Question: At a bus stop, a cyclist is approaching from behind your bus on the right side as your passengers begin to disembark. What is the most immediate safety concern?

Answer options: ✅ Disembarking passengers may step directly into the path of the oncoming cyclist.

• The cyclist might not be aware the bus is stopped and collide with its rear.
• The cyclist may try to board the bus without paying the fare.
• The bus engine's idling noise could startle the cyclist.

Correct answer: Disembarking passengers may step directly into the path of the oncoming cyclist.

Explanation: The primary danger in this scenario is a 'dooring' incident or a collision where disembarking passengers, exiting onto the curb, could step directly into the path of an oncoming cyclist, particularly one using a bike lane or shoulder. Drivers must observe and ensure the path is clear.