Chapter 2 Flashcards
What is NFPA 1002
Driver operators should be skilled in the performance of certain maintenance tasks. Routine tests, inspections and servicing of some basic components
What is NFPA 1071?
Standard for emergency vehicle technician professional qualifications
During the first 6 months after an apparatus is received the vehicle should be washed using what temperature water?
Cold water to harden the paint and keep it from spotting
What does NFPA 1911 state regarding tires on emergency apparatus.
That all tires be replaced every 7 years regardless of their condition.
What is the difference between a load sequencer and load monitor?
Sequencer turns on various lights at specified intervals so that the startup electrical load for all the devices doesn’t occur at once. Monitor watches the system for any added electrical loads that threaten to overload the system
What is it called when in an overload condition the load monitor shuts down less important electrical equipment in order to prevent the overload.
Load shedding
What is the difference between GVWR Gross vehicle weight rating and curb weight?
GVWR is the maximum weight at which a vehicle can be safely operated on roadways in ideal conditions. Curb weight is weight of an empty fire apparatus fresh off the assembly line, with no tools, water, equipment, or passengers
Per NFPA 1901 and 1911 a side to side variance in weight should not exceed what percent?
Seven percent of
Apparatus with air brakes are equipped with air pressure protection valve to prevent air horns or other non essential devices from being operated when the pressure in the air reservoir is under what psi?
Below 80 psi
Per NFPA 1911 apparatus brakes should be tested how often?
Throughly tested at least annually
How often should the cab be lifted an a through inspection of the engine compartment be done?
On a weekly basis
