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Aerial Apparatus Flashcards

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1
Q

Which is the most difficult and risky aerial ladder rescue technique?

A

Over-the-shoulder carry

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2
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Which is true with regard to deploying spotters for backup operations?

A

Spotters should be positioned in the vision of the driver/operator, preferably in the left rear view mirror

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3
Q

Which statement regarding ammeters is correct?

A

Indicates both the amount of current being drawn from the battery and being supplied to the battery.

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4
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When operating an aerial platform to a roof, it should be:

A

placed with the platform floor just above and over the edge of the roof.

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5
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Regarding backing an aerial apparatus from a roadway into a restricted space, the current NFPA 1002 Standard requires __________ degree right- and left-hand turns to be made.

A

90

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6
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The confined space turnaround exercise tests your ability to:

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turn a fire department vehicle 180 degrees within a predetermined area.

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7
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Which statement about foam is true?

A

It works by separating, cooling, or suppressing.

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8
Q

Indications of heat damage to an aerial device include discoloration, disfigurement and:

A

deformed welds.

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9
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The electromagnetic retarder:

A

minimizes air brake pressure.

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10
Q

For midship-mounted aerial devices, _________ to the fire building is the preferred method for deployment.

A

backing in

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11
Q

The working height of an elevating platform is measured from the:

A

ground to the highest platform rail.

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12
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When performing horizontal ventilation from an aerial, it should be placed on the ______ of the window to be vented.

A

upwind side

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13
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During air brake tests, air compressor cut-out should occur between:

A

120-130 psi

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14
Q

Pneumatic systems require anywhere from _____ air pressure for the PTO system to be operated.

A

50 to 140 psi (350 kPa to 980 kPa)

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15
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Because of the size and clearance needed when backing up an apparatus, you should:

A

assign a FF to clear the way and warn you of any obstacle.

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16
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Based on the following illustration, when approaching from the DOWNHILL side in a REAR MOUNT Aerial, you should:

A

operate the aerial OVER THE FRONT.

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17
Q

The braking distance for the average automobile traveling 55 mph on dry, level pavement is approx. _____ feet, whereas the braking distance of a three-axle truck traveling under the same conditions is ___ feet.

A

165 ; 390

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18
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Most aerial apparatus are designed to operate on a lateral grade up to ____ degrees.

A

five

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19
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The preferred method is to operate the aerial _____ to the victim.

A

slightly above and then lowered

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20
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The purpose of any aerial apparatus stabilizer/outrigger system is:

A

widening the apparatus chassis.

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21
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Using the hand method, determine the pump discharge pressure required to supply the hose assembly.

A

170 psi

22
Q

a mechanical problem develops during an aerial operation and you can no longer operate the aerial, the first course of action should be to:

A

evacuate the aerial device.

23
Q

In general, the causes of fire apparatus collisions include excessive speeding, improper backing, lack of driving skills, reckless driving, and:

A

negligence.

24
Q

A complete non-destructive inspection and testing of the aerial device must occur:

A

at least every five years.

25
Q

During an annual pump test, an apparatus should deliver _____ of its rated capacity at 150 psi pump pressure for 20 minutes.

A

100%

26
Q

Nozzle reaction is explained by the law of physics that states:

A

for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction.

27
Q

When used in a relay pumping operation, the attack pumper:

A

determines the amount of water flow needed for the operation.

28
Q

Which statement is true with regard to long idling of diesel engines on fire apparatus?

A

It results in excessive fuel consumption

29
Q

How should the tiller operator’s hands be placed on the tiller steering wheel when backing?

A

The hands at the 4 o’clock and the 8 o’clock position with the palms of the hands face up.

30
Q

In a rescue situation, the objective is to:

A

reach as many victims as possible.

31
Q

You have responded to an emergency on a limited-access highway and your apparatus is not being used. You Should:

A

use the apparatus as a barrier by parking it 150 to 200 feet behind the apparatus being used.

32
Q

The NFPA 1901 Standard requires aerial apparatus to carry a minimum amount of forcible entry equipment. The required forcible entry equipment is:

A

flat head axes.

33
Q

Which is true regarding operations to be performed safely during the loading of fire hose while driving?

A

At least one member other than the driver/operator and the personnel loading hose must be assigned as a safety observer.

34
Q

While responding to an emergency where all lanes of traffic are blocked in the same direction, you may:

A

move the apparatus into the opposing lane of traffic and proceed through the intersection at a reduced rate of speed.

35
Q

Which is a method of removing ice so that shrugging off would be an option?

A

Chemical thawing agents

36
Q

An apparatus equipped with a 1,000 gallon tank that is supplying two preconnected handlines, one flowing 150 gpm and another flowing 100 gpm, will supply the lines for only ___ minutes.

A

four (4)

37
Q

When using an aerial apparatus for multiple victim rescue, it is best to set up upwind from the fire products and, if possible:

A

at the corners of the structure.

38
Q

The distance a vehicle travels from the time the driver realizes the need to apply the brakes until it comes to a complete stop is:

A

total stopping distance.

39
Q

The purpose of the confined space turnaround exercise is to simulate:

A

reversing the direction of travel of a vehicle in a narrow street.

40
Q

A factor to be considered when determining the rate of application for fire fighting foam is the:

A

type of foam concentrate used.

41
Q

The first step in raising an articulating aerial platform is to:

A

energize platform controls.

42
Q

The stability of the aerial apparatus is increased if you position the apparatus body:

A

in a line with the expected position of aerial use.

43
Q

The selector valve acts as an interlock to prevent both the _____ systems from operating at the same time.

A

stabilization and aerial device

44
Q

Using an in-line eductor, the foam that is being generated is of very poor quality. Which is a common reason for the failure?

A

Flow through the eductor exceeds its rated capacity.

45
Q

Which directs hydraulic fluid to either the stabilizer control valve or the aerial device control valves?

A

Selector valve

46
Q

When protecting exposures, the preferred method of application for master streams is to:

A

place water directly onto the exposure.

47
Q

The angle formed by level ground and a line from the point where the FRONT tires of a vehicle touch the ground to the lowest projections at the FRONT of the apparatus is the:

A

Angle of approach.

48
Q

Blind and heavily traveled intersections should be approached and crossed:

A

only after a complete stop.

49
Q

Apparatus tires should be inflated to the manufacturer’s recommended tire pressure, according to NFPA:

A

1911

50
Q

An example of a polar solvent is:

A

acetone.

51
Q

Proper _______ reduces out-of-service time.

A

lubrication

52
Q

The foam application technique that directs the foam stream on the ground near the front edge of a burning liquid pool or spill is the:

A

roll-on method

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