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IFSTA Pumping Apparatus Driver/Operator Third Edition > Chapter 3 - Apparatus Safety and Operating Emergency Vehicles > Flashcards

Chapter 3 - Apparatus Safety and Operating Emergency Vehicles Flashcards

1
Q

Driver/operators should plot routes that avoid:

A

low overpasses.

page 99

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2
Q

A DPF collects particulates from the ___________ and burns them more completely.

A

exhaust stream

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3
Q

Local jurisdictions may develop a road test route that will traverse ___________ particular to the area.

A

any conditions

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4
Q

Driver/operators are subject to all ___________ under nonemergency conditions.

A

traffic regulations

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5
Q

Crossing both forearms into a large X is a hand signal for:

A

stopping

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6
Q

mechanical failure during travel may be an immediate occurrence and:

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give no warning.

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7
Q

When in an acceleration skid, the driver/operator should not _________, but should ease off the accelerator and straighten out the front wheels as the vehicle begins to respond.

A

apply brakes,

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8
Q

_______________ front axles can make steering axle weight too light to steer safely

A

Under-loaded front axles

page 98

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9
Q

Always have a ___________ present when operating on top of apparatus

A

second person

page 119

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10
Q

Water tanks improperly _______ and _____________ can become a concern for weight transfer when driving an apparatus

A

baffled and partially filled

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11
Q

Distance of the trailer from the base of the building involved is an item _______ operators must be particularly aware of

A

tiller

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12
Q

automatically transmits data to a radio receiver on a traffic light in order to preempt a signal at the intersection as long as the apparatus is in range

A

GPS Based Traffic Signal Preemption

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13
Q

On apparatus equipped with a diesel particulate filter the _______ lights up to indicate that the filter is loading up with soot

A

DPF indicator

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14
Q

When driving downhill, to prevent engine damage lower downhill speed to:

A

lower than maximum rpm.

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15
Q

the distance that the vehicle travels from the time brakes are applied until the apparatus comes to a complete stop

A

Braking distance

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16
Q

Which stability control system applies brakes independently to aim the vehicle in the direction the operator positions the steering wheel?

A

Electronic stability control

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17
Q

Weight carried on most apparatus can contribute to skidding or possible rollover due to:

A

lateral weight transfer.

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18
Q

While driving a vehicle equipped with anti-lock brakes maintain a _________________ until apparatus comes to a complete stop.

A

steady pressure on the brake pedal

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19
Q

refers to the angle formed by level ground and a line from the point where the rear tires touch the ground to the bottom of the frame at wheelbase midpoint?

A

Breakover angle

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20
Q

in civil or criminal cases both the driver/operator and organization can be

A

held responsible

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21
Q

when loading hose while driving an apparatus, drive the apparatus only in a _______

A

forward direction

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22
Q

IFSTA recommends using _______ spotters when backing apparatus

A

one or more.

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23
Q

When traffic lights along routes heavily used by fire apparatus are controlled, signals should be controlled by a dispatcher, from the fire station, or by:

A

remote control on apparatus.

page 102

24
Q

Too little weight on driving axles can cause __________

A

poor traction

page 98

25
Q

Apparatus built on government surplus or other used vehicle chassis are likely to have

A

design problems

page 89

26
Q

Apparatus should be weighed after loading it with all equipment and personnel to ensure that axle loading is balanced within __ percent from side to side.

A

7

page 98

27
Q

Diesel engines should not be idled unnecessarily because it may cause:

A

damage to internal engine components and emission systems

page 94

28
Q

All fire departments must establish and maintain a thorough _____________

A

training program.

page 80

29
Q

In tiller operation, instructors should stress bringing the trailer quickly into line again as soon as:

A

a turn is completed

page 117

30
Q

the distance the apparatus travels while the driver/operator transfers his or her foot from the accelerator to the brake pedal is:

A

reaction distance.

page 105

31
Q

What is the primary reason for daily pretrip inspections?

A

Minimize mechanical failure

page 89

32
Q

Always have a ________________ when working on, around, or under apparatus

A

second person present

page 119

33
Q

to come to a complete stop on show and ice may take __ _____ times greater distance than it does on dry pavement.

A

3 to 15

page 99

34
Q

When responding to emergencies, apparatus should turn on ________ as part of the emergency response.

A

headlights

page 101

35
Q

What is the purpose of the Driver Controlled Differential Lock (DCDL)?

A

Improve traction and handling

page 111

36
Q

Driver/operator candidates should be ________ before being allowed to operate apparatus under emergency conditions

A

evaluated

page 118

37
Q

Failing to yield to other responding emergency vehicles would be considered ________when driving an apparatus.

A

reckless

page 86

38
Q

A detachable ______ may be placed next to tiller operator’s position.

A

seat

page 93

39
Q

the driver/operator must first know the destination and:

A

route of travel.

page 94

40
Q

the DEF tank should be topped off:

A

every time the apparatus is fueled.

page 95

41
Q

On apparatus equipped with a diesel particulate filter (DPF), what lights up when the exhaust system is very hot, usually due to an active regeneration in process?

A

High Exhaust System Temperature indicator

page 94

42
Q

Excessive speed can cause difficulties when:

A

braking

page 87

43
Q

Driver/operators are subject to any statute, rule, regulation, or ordinance that governs any other vehicle operator unless:

A

specifically exempt.

page 83

44
Q

Which stability control system becomes active when the antilock braking system computer senses an imminent roll over condition?

A

Roll stability control

page 112

45
Q

To maintain control when in an acceleration skid, the driver/operator should not apply brakes, but should instead ease off of the accelerator, and:

A

straighten out the front wheels as the vehicle begins to respond.

page 108

46
Q

Any equipment not needed while driving to the scene must be:

A

secured or contained

page 120

47
Q

Tiller operators must be particularly aware of proper __________

A

overhead clearance.

page 117

48
Q

Steering should be accomplished in a smooth and fluid motion for keeping ___________ to a minimum

A

weight transfer

page 98

49
Q

When more than one emergency vehicle is responding along the same route, they should travel at least ___________ feet apart

A

300 to 500

page 101

50
Q

Drivers establish visual lead time by scanning the path of travel far enough ahead based on their:

A

speed

page 105

51
Q

IFSTA recommends sounding __________ blasts of a vehicle’s horn immediately before backing apparatus

A

two short

page 113

52
Q

On an aerial apparatus, which of the following refers to the angle formed by level ground and a line from the point where front tires touch the ground to the lowest projection at the front of the apparatus?

A

Angle of approach

page 97

53
Q

What must driver/operators complete before being allowed to drive under emergency conditions?

A

A thorough training program

page 87

54
Q

NFPA ____: The Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications

A

NFPA 1001

page 79

55
Q

Which NFPA standard provides standards on vision and hearing a D/O should possess?

A

1582

page 82

IFSTA Pumping Apparatus Driver/Operator Third Edition (15 decks)

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