Aerial Apparatus pt. 4

Question 1

Proper deployment of stabilization is:

Answer 1

dependent upon the manufacturer’s design.

Question 2

The apparatus inspection should begin by approaching the vehicle and looking beneath the vehicle for spots that indicate:

Answer 2

leaking vehicle fuilds.

Question 3

The pressure remaining once water has begun flowing is _________ pressure.

Answer 3

residual

Question 4

The purpose of the check valve in a fire department connection is to prevent:

Answer 4

water from a sprinkler system from flowing back.

Question 5

Which is true when approaching an intersection?

Answer 5

Bring the apparatus to a complete stop if there are obstructions that block you view.

Question 6

To restore or replace that which has become inoperable is:

Answer 6

repair.

Question 7

A _______ gauge is designed to read both positive and negative pressure.

Answer 7

compound

Question 8

Pumps on aerial apparatus should be hydrostatically tested at ____ psi for ____ minutes.

Answer 8

150 ; five (5)

Question 9

In emergency incidents that occur near railroad tracks, you should:

Answer 9

always treat the tracks as an inactive line.

Question 10

Which operator must be extra careful when checking the path of the upper and lower booms for obstructions when behind the operator?

Answer 10

All driver/operators

Question 11

Concerning placement of aerial apparatus, when making a pre-incident plan, special consideration should be given to occupancy and:

Answer 11

overhead obstructions.

Question 12

Which salvage, overhaul and loss control equipment are specifically required to be carried on an aerial apparatus by NFPA 1901?

Answer 12

Multiple salvage covers and two scoop shovels.

Question 13

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

Answer 13

angle of departure.

Question 14

Using the condensed Q method, the friction loss in 500 feet of 3-inch fire hose flowing 300 gpm is:

Answer 14

45 psi.

Question 15

In a water distribution grid, the _______ supplies individual hydrants and users.

Answer 15

distributor

Question 16

When charging an apparatus battery using cables, you should:

Answer 16

follow the manufacturer’s operations manual for which battery the cables should be connected to.

Question 17

All fire apparatus should be equipped with _______ when the apparatus is backing up.

Answer 17

an alarm system that warns others

Question 18

Using the coefficient method, determine the pressure loss due to friction in the hose assembly.

Answer 18

21.5 psi

Question 19

To keep fire apparatus in good operating condition, maintenance must be performed in accordance with:

Answer 19

the manufacturer’s recommendations.

Question 20

Inspection forms for all fire department apparatus should be documented by the:

Answer 20

driver/operator

Question 21

Which is true when ventilating a building with an aerial apparatus?

Answer 21

When resources permit, it is always a good idea to ladder the roof from two different sides to permit an alternative escape route.

Question 22

Specifications for aerial ladders and elevating platform fire apparatus are contained in:

Answer 22

NFPA 1901

Question 23

For rear-mounted aerial devices, __________ is the preferred method for deployment.

Answer 23

backing in to the fire building

Question 24

As you climb a hill, the engine speed begins to drop. Your accelerator is fully depressed. Which term best describes this situation?

Answer 24

Engine Slugging

Question 25

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

Answer 25

acts as the booster pump in the operation.

Question 26

The device that controls pressure surges by changing engine speed to compensate for changes in flow is a:

Answer 26

pressure governor

Question 27

The operation in which each impeller of a multi-stage centrifugal pump discharges into a common outlet is:

Answer 27

parallel pumping

Question 28

An ammeter/voltmeter indicates the:

Answer 28

top voltage available when the battery is fully charged.

Question 29

When it is necessary to move wide with the trailer while making a turn at an intersection, you should start turning away from the corner about the time the:

Answer 29

rear tractor wheels enter the intersection.

Question 30

Which is true with regard to stabilizing aerial apparatus?

Answer 30

The base of stability is effectively increased by the deployment of the outriggers.

Question 31

A _________ is a device that is used to prevent an aerial from tipping over.

Answer 31

stabilizer

Question 31

All elevating platforms must have a minimum load capacity of ________ when the aerial device is fully extended, at any elevation within its normal range of motion, and with no water in the piping system.

Answer 31

750 lbs (340kg)

Question 32

The primary difference between a telescoping platform and an articulating platform is:

Answer 32

that booms of an articulating platform are connected by a hinge.

Question 33

The rule of thumb for the quick correct angle and extension set-up of a ladder pipe is:

Answer 33

70 - 75 degrees

Question 33

The NFPA 1901 Standard requires all newer aerial apparatus to be equipped with a:

Answer 33

two-way communication system.

Question 34

Keeping something in a state of usefulness or readiness is:

Answer 34

maintenance.

Question 34

If the building is less than _______ stories, the aerial apparatus may be positioned outside the pumpers.

Answer 34

5

Question 35

Which is a common cause of skids involving driver error?

Answer 35

Failing to anticipate obstacles.

Question 36

An advantage of having inverters is:

Answer 36

low or non-existent noise during operation.

Question 37

Monitoring the water flow and controlling the speed of a positive displacement foam concentrate pump controls:

Answer 37

variable-flow, variable-rate direct injection systems.

Question 38

When positioning an aerial device for operation, a position that should be avoided is:

Answer 38

long extension, low angle

Question 38

The easiest method to remove a victim in a stokes basket is to:

Answer 38

slide it down the ladder.

Question 39

Even though they adjust themselves, you must check apparatus brake system automatic slack adjusters:

Answer 39

daily.

Question 40

When making an intake connection at a hydrant, the intake hose should:

Answer 40

have a slight curve.

Question 41

The least stable aerial device operating position is an angle:

Answer 41

perpendicular to the chassis on a horizontal place.

Question 42

The aerial device should always maintain a distance of _________ from overhead electric lines.

Answer 42

10 feet (3m)

Question 43

When driving manual transmission apparatus, upon approaching curves, you should:

Answer 43

shift the transmission to a lower gear.