APPARATUS SAFETY

Question 1

SPEED LIMITS – EMERGENCY/NON-EMERGENCY

Answer 1

1. Under normal conditions, all regulations pertinent to the operation of motor vehicles shall
   apply for all Fire Rescue Department apparatus/vehicles.
2. During emergency response, the maximum apparatus speed shall be no more than 10
   MPH over the posted speed limit - conditions permitting.

Question 2

RIDING APPARATUS - EMERGENCY/NON-EMERGENCY TRAVEL

Answer 2

1. Personal Protective Equipment shall be donned prior to mounting apparatus.
2. The Company Officer shall confirm that all personnel are seated and secured.
3. The driver shall not proceed until advised to do so by the Company Officer.

Question 3

EXITING/ENTERING A FIRE STATION

Answer 3

1. The Company Officer shall confirm that the overhead door is open.
2. The driver shall not proceed until advised to do so by the Company Officer.
3. The Company Officer shall avoid use of all electronic devices and shall act as a spotter
   while the apparatus exits or enters the fire station.
4. In cases where the driver is the only person assigned to a vehicle, a visual check of the
   overhead door shall be conducted prior to entering or exiting the station.
5. When parking inside the bay area of a station, ensure that the apparatus/vehicle is left in
   the position of having its tires facing forward and that the truck is centered to facilitate a
   clear avenue of egress when responding to the next call.