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Chapter 3, Apparatus Inspection and Maintenance Flashcards

1
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How can many Apparatus or equipment failures be prevented?

A

By performing routine maintenance checks on a regular basis.

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What NFPA standard requires the driver/operator to have certain preventive maintenance skills?

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NFPA 1002 (Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Qualifications).

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What is the difference between the terms “maintenance” and “repair”?

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Maintenance-keeping apparatus in a state of readiness

Repair-restore/replace that which has become inoperable

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What does preventive maintenance ensure?

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  • ensures apparatus reliability
  • reduces cost/frequency of repairs
  • lessens out-of-service time
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What is the purpose of preventive maintenance?

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to try to eliminate apparatus failures that could put firefighters and the public, as well as property, at risk.

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Fire departments normally have separate mechanics that meet the requirements of an Emergency Vehicle Tech. What NFPA standard covers this?

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NFPA 1071 (Standard for Emer Vehicle Tech Qualifications).

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Driver/operators should be able to perform basic maintenance functions. In almost all cases, who handles repair functions?

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Qualified mechanics.

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Every Fire Dept should have SOP’s for apparatus maintenance, that complies with applicable NFPA standards. What do those SOP’s identify concerning maintenance?

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  • who performs maintenance functions
  • when they are performed
  • how detected problems are corrected
  • how it is documented
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What maintenance are driver/operators allowed to correct?

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Certain minor deficiencies, such as low fluid and burned-out light bulbs.

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When do driver/operators perform apparatus checks and maintenance inspections?

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At the beginning of each shift, and more detailed work completed on a weekly and monthly basis.

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When do volunteer Fire Depts conduct apparatus inspections and maintenance?

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At least a weekly or bi-weekly schedule.

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What policy dictates how maintenance and inspection results should be documented and transmitted to the proper person in fire admin?

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Apparatus/equipment inspection SOP’s.

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How is the info from apparatus inspection and maintenance recorded, to send to fire admin system?

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Written forms or computer programs may be used.

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What are the functions of the apparatus maintenance and inspection records?

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They show past inspections, as well as past maintenance that may have required a repair (warranty claims from accident, documented repairs can help determine to continue to repair or buy a new truck).

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15
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Why is it important to keep the trucks clean for our citizens?

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Letting apparatus become soiled with dirt/oil/road grime hurts public relations. They may feel their investment is not being properly protected.

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Why is it important to keep the engine clean on the apparatus?

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A clean engine/clean functional parts permit proper inspection, thus helping to ensure efficient operations.

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Why is routine apparatus cleaning important?

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During routine cleaning, drivers may find damaged or missing parts that would have been otherwise overlooked.

18
Q

What are some of the more vulnerable areas, if you let oil/dirt/moisture/grime collect underneath?

A
  • engine
  • wiring
  • carburetor/fuel injectors
  • controls
19
Q

Why is it important to keep the body of the truck clean in areas where road salts are used during winter?

A

The salt has a corrosive effect on the steel components of the body and chassis. Frequent washing reduces this.

20
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What are the negative effects of overcleaning the apparatus?

A

It causes removal of lubrication from chassis/engine/pump, from using degreasers and pressure washers to clean the underside.

21
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Why do newer apparatus require gentler cleaning procedures than older ones?

A

To avoid damage to new paint, detailing, and clear-coat.

22
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During the first 6 months of a new apparatus, how should the truck be washed?

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It should be washed frequently with cold water, to harden the paint and keep it from spotting.

23
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How can the truck be cleaned, after it has properly cured?

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Garden hose with nozzle or a pressure washer can be used to speed clean, but soapy water and hand wash are still required.

24
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What is used to clean the vehicle glass?

A

Warm soapy water or commercial glass cleaners.

25
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How should the interior be cleaned?

A
  • large, loose dirt particles should be vacuumed first

- warm, soapy water/commercial cleaner for surfaces

26
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What are the recommendations for applying wax to newer trucks?

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They are no longer needed, in fact, they may damage the clear coats (waxes can be applied after 6 months).

27
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How is wax applied?

A
  • car washed and dried

- wax applied with a soft cloth, physically or mechanically buffed out

28
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How should the apparatus inspection be conducted?

A

It should follow a systemic process, based on SOP’s, NFPA standards, and manufacturers recommendations.

29
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What is the recommended method for performing an apparatus inspection?

A

The circle or walk-around method (start at drivers door, work around the truck in a clockwise pattern). Final step is getting in, starting it, and doing a functional check.

30
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What are 2 ways that the driver/operator can find out important info about the truck, at the beginning of the shift?

A
  • review previous inspection records, to see if any problems were noted at that time
  • ask the driver on the off-going shift if there were any issues with the truck.
31
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What are some of the more important things the driver should check about the tires, during inspection?

A
  • proper tire inflation
  • valve stem condition
  • tire condition (tread depth, sidewall wear, cuts)
32
Q

The speedometer should be at or near zero when the truck is parked. If it shows above zero, what two possibilities exist?

A
  • gauge is defective

- pump is in pump gear, instead of drive gear

33
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How does the driver check the steering system for proper adjustment?

A

Steering wheel play should be no more than 10 degrees in either direction (e.g., a steering wheel with 20 inch diameter should have play no more than 2 inches in either direction).

34
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What type of braking system do most newer apparatus have?

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Most have ABS (antilock braking system), which reduces the possibility of being thrown into a skid when the brakes are fully applied).

35
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What two tests does the NFPA 1901 braking test require of new apparatus?

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  • the test states that the apparatus must be brought to a complete stop, from a speed of 20 mph, in 35 ft or less.
  • parking brake must hold apparatus in place on a grade of 20 percent.
36
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On apparatus with air brakes, the standard requires air pressure to build to a sufficient level to allow vehicle ops within how many seconds?

A

60 secs.

37
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What valve are apparatus with air brakes are to be equipped with?

A

Air pressure protection valve (prevents air horns from being operated when the pressure in the air reservoir falls below 80 psi).

38
Q

How do you test the road brakes?

A
  • allow apparatus to move forward at 5 mph
  • push down on brake firmly
  • apparatus should stop within 20 ft
39
Q

What 3 conditions signify a brake problem, and requires a mechanic to check?

A
  • apparatus pulls to one side when braking
  • brake has a mushy or unusual feel when applied
  • apparatus doesn’t stop within about 20 ft
40
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When is it acceptable to perform fluid level checks?

A

Before running engine, or after it has run and is turned off. NEVER while engine is running.

41
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At a minimum, what items should be checked in the engine compartment?

A
  • all fluids (oil, power steering, brake, transmission, radiator, windshield)
  • air filter
  • emergency shutdown
  • exhaust
  • cooling fan
  • battery
  • wiring
  • belts
  • leaks
  • steering linkage

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