BOOK 8 DRIVERS TRAINING MANUAL Modules 1- Flashcards
According to Book #8 - Driver Training Manual, Module #1, the driver of a responding apparatus, when notified through MFC if first company on-scene reporting “nothing showing” shall:
Continue through non-emergency unless requested otherwise
According to Book #8 - Driver Training Manual, Module #2, a _____________ is a flexible coupling between two shafts that permits one shaft to drive another at an angle to it. This unit is necessary to provide flexibility in the power train.
Universal Joint
According to Book #8 - Driver Training Manual, Module #2, a live axle is:
A LIVE AXLE - is one that supports part of the weight of the vehicle and also drives the wheels connected to it
According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, who is ultimately responsible for the condition of the apparatus under his command?
Station Commander
According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, improper use or excessive braking will cause the brakes to heat up. What is one of the worst consequences of heat due to excessive, braking?
Brake Fade
According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, in an air brake system, compressed air furnishes the force that applies the brakes. Depending on the type of vehicle, it will take approximately how long for the air to reach the brakes after you press the foot pedal?
1/4 to 1 second
According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, traveling faster than usual saves only a few seconds while increasing the chance of an accident. Rather than driving to an incident at-an excessive speed, what is a better way to save time to an incident?
Know your first in district and shortest safest routes
According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, what will reduce performance and greatly increase the chance of an accident?
Improper Tire Inflation
According to Book #8 Driver Training Manual, why is it important to keep diesel powered apparatus fuel tanks full whenever possible?
Condensation of moisture can build up in a partially filled tank
