Chapter 1

Question 1

What are two types of electrical generators? 

Answer 1

Portable generator
Vehicle mounted

Question 2

Characteristics of initial fire attack apparatus?

Answer 2

Highly maneuverable
Smaller (chassis, pump, tank)

Question 3

What are two basic functions of mobile water supply apparatus?

Answer 3

Water tender
Nurse tender

Question 4

What is a water tender?

Answer 4

Apparatus that offloads water into portable tank and refills, and repeats. AKA. shuttling water

Question 5

What is a nurse tender?

Answer 5

Apparatus that connects to tender to use during suppression.
AKA. Stationary reservoir.

Question 6

What are common requirements for fire department pumpers?

Answer 6

Minimum capacity 750GPM (3000L/M
Intake / discharge connections
Variety of hose sizes / types

Question 7

What are six types of specialty apparatuses?

Answer 7

Wildland
Aerial
Rescue
Fire boat
Aircraft
Trailer mounted pump

Question 8

What are three types of water supply sources for pumpers?

Answer 8

Internal water tank
Hydrant
Static water source (drafting)

Question 9

What is the primary purpose of a fire department pumper?

Answer 9

Provide an adequate amount of water pressure for an effective stream.

Question 10

What NFPA standard contains requirements for a pumper design?

Answer 10

NFPA, 1901. (standard for automotive fire apparatus)