Chpt 9

Question 1

The most fundamental task of a driver/operator is actually _____ the fire apparatus to and from emergency incidents

Answer 1

Driving

Question 2

Before entering the cab and starting the apparatus, you must complete a preliminary inspection of the fire apparatus, also known as a

Answer 2

360 degree inspection

Question 3

If the fire apparatus is responding from inside the fire station, the first step in a preliminary inspection is to

Answer 3

Open the fire apparatus bay door

Question 4

The ________ is used to disconnect all electrical power to the fire apparatus to prevent discharge while it’s not in use

Answer 4

Battery selector switch

Question 5

A _____ is a series of checks that an electrical system performs to ensure that all systems are functioning properly before the fire apparatus is started

Answer 5

System sequence check

Question 6

The ______ delivers operational power to the chassis engage this switch

Answer 6

Ignition switch

Question 7

The _____ engages the starter motor for cranking

Answer 7

Starter switch

Question 8

If the engine does not start within 30 seconds release the starter switch and allow the starter motor to cool off for _____ before attempting to start it again

Answer 8

2 minutes

Question 9

The ____ indicates the amount of fuel in the apparatus tank

Answer 9

Fuel gauge

Question 10

No fire apparatus fuel tank should ever drop below the _____

Answer 10

Halfway level

Question 11

These gauges identify the air pressure stored in the tanks or reservoirs of apparatus equipped with air braking system

Answer 11

Air pressure gauges

Question 12

Requires that the fire apparatus have a quick build up capability so that if the apparatus has a completely discharged air system, it is able to move within ____ of start up

Answer 12

60 seconds

Question 13

The fire apparatus is also required to have a warning alarm to indicate a low level of air pressure in the system. This alarm is activated when the pressure falls below _____ and remains active until adequate pressure has built up to release the parking brake

Answer 13

60 psi

Question 14

For most fire apparatus equipped with air braking systems, a pressure between ______ is the normal operating pressure for an air braking system

Answer 14

100 and 120 psi

Question 15

The ____ measures the voltage across the battery terminals of the apparatus and gives an indication of the electrical condition of the battery

Answer 15

Voltmeter

Question 16

The voltmeter allows for direct observation of the system voltage. If this kind of monitoring is provided, an alarm will sound if the system voltage drops below 11.8V for 12V nominal systems or 23.6V nominal systems for more than ____

Answer 16

120 seconds

Question 17

This gauge identifies the pressure of the lubricating oil in the engine

Answer 17

Oil pressure gauge

Question 18

Some fire apparatus are equipped with compartment door indicator lights. These lights are activated only if the fire apparatus compartment doors are open and the parking brake is in the off position. Other fire apparatus may have a digital display that shows any open compartment doors or other equipment that maybe damage if the vehicle moves

Answer 18

A 360 degree inspection is always required to ensure a safe operation; use these apparatus mounted systems as a secondary resource

Question 19

Be aware that operating a cold engine and transmission under very hard conditions may have a damaging effect to the engine. Whenever possible, allow the engine to warm up for _____

Answer 19

3 to 5 minutes

Question 20

The headlights should be _____ whenever the fire apparatus is moving, not just during the night

Answer 20

Turned on

Question 21

Be aware that other fire apparatus at the station may be leaving at the same time or that the exhaust extractor system and electrical cord may not eject properly. For these reasons, you should not exceed ____ while pulling out of the fire station

Answer 21

5mph

Question 22

A speedy response is achieved through a _____ means of operation-not by taking unnecessary risks

Answer 22

Safe and efficient

Question 23

As part of the _______, a minimum of three marker cones are spaced 30 to 38 ft apart in line

Answer 23

Serpentine maneuver exercise

Question 24

When responding to an incident, you may inadvertently pass a street on which you should of turned. When this situation occurs, the best course is to drive the fire apparatus _____ rather than try to turn the fire apparatus around in the confines of a roadway

Answer 24

Around the block

Question 25

This exercise which is called a _____, measures your ability to turn the fire apparatus around in a confined space without going outside a set boundary

Answer 25

Confined space turnaround

Question 26

However the most common obstruction on an emergency scene is

Answer 26

Parked cars

Question 27

The _______ exercise measures your ability to maneuver the fire apparatus in a straight line and judge the distance of the fire apparatus to an object in front of it

Answer 27

Diminishing clearance

Question 28

A _____ is a person who guides the driver/operator into the appropriate position while the apparatus is operating in a confined space or in reverse mode

Answer 28

Spotter

Question 29

Many fire apparatus have an interior _______ to notify you that a compartment door is open or not completely latched

Answer 29

Warning light or buzzer

Question 30

This brake is required by NFPA 1901 to hold the fire apparatus on at least a 20 percent grade

Answer 30

Parking brake