205.08A Standard Signals for Backing of Fire

Question 1

In addition to backing up apparatus, when should spotters be used?

Answer 1

When vehicle must negotiate forward turns with restrictive side and height clearances.

Question 2

Backing of Fire Department vehicles should be avoided whenever possible. (true or false)

Answer 2

true

Question 3

Under circumstances where the vehicle is manned by only the driver, what must he/she do before backing?

Answer 3

• attempt to utilize any available fire department personnel to act as spotters
• exit the apparatus and make a complete 360 degree survey of the area around the apparatus to determine if any obstructions are present

Question 4

How many crew members should dismount the apparatus and act as spotters where an engine or ladder is being backed?

Answer 4

ALLL CREW MEMBERS including the COMPANY OFFICER

Question 5

Where should spotters be located while backing?

Answer 5

• Spotters should be located at as many corners as possible with at least one spotter at the left rear corner of the apparatus.
• The spotter located off the left rear corner will act as the primary spotter.

Question 6

Spotters are permitted to ride tailboard while backing fire apparatus. (True or False)

Answer 6

False

Question 7

Both door windows (driver and front passenger) will be in the down position to allow for maximum communication/hearing between spotters and the engineer/driver. (True or False)

Answer 7

true

Question 8

The vehicle shall not be backed until _______________________________.

Answer 8

Crew discusses backing plan, communication process agreed upon, both front windows rolled down, radio volumes turned down, spotters are in position, then communicate to start backing

Question 9

When vehicles are backed where other vehicle traffic exists, what are two safety measures that need to be taken prior to backing?

Answer 9

• the vehicles emergency lights (if equipped) shall be operating
• all spotters must be wearing safety traffic vests

Question 10

What should be done when vehicle loses sight of primary spotter?

Answer 10

Vehicle shall be stopped until spotter is visible & communication to continue backing is processed.

Question 11

Who is responsible for compliance with backing procedures & safe backing of apparatus?

Answer 11

Company Officer

Question 12

Straight Back

Answer 12

One hand above the head with palm toward face, waving back. Other hand at your side.

Question 13

Turn

Answer 13

Both arms pointing the same direction with index fingers extended.

Question 14

Stop

Answer 14

Both arms crossed with hands in fist