Engineer Overview Flashcards
When can a probationary FF drive an apparatus?
When can they drive an apparatus Code 3 to a call?
- Anytime during their probationary period
- After the completion of their modules
The selection of a driver for a particular apparatus at a given time and under a specific set of circumstances is a responsibility of whom?
The captain commanding the unit
Can a probationary FF drive a medic unit Code 3?
Yes but it is up to the captain discretion if they are competent and trained for the assignment
Can a permanent FF drive a fire apparatus Code 3?
Yes, and they are encouraged to drive all apparatus, but always under the supervision of the captain
If the arriving Engineer is not qualified or familiar with the apparatus they are assigned to what should be done?
The Captain is to contact the EC or BC for reassignment
How often is specialty apparatus or reserve apparatus checked ?
Weekly with a check list for each day
When can a truck turn their lights on while responding to a call on the freeway?
When they approach gridlock near the scene on the freeway
-must use the emergency lane on the freeway
What is the max speed over the speed limit allowed going Code 3?
What is the top speed under any conditions?
- 10 mph over the posted speed limit
- 65 mph max speed
When should you turn off the Telma Brake?
When there is wet road conditions
While driving Code 3 when will the driver bring the apparatus to a complete stop?
-When directed by a law enforcement officer
-Negative right-of-way intersections
~Red traffic lights
~Stop Signs
~Unguarded railroad crossings
-When all lanes of traffic in an interseciton cannot be accounted for
-When encountering a stopped school bus with flashing lights
-Unguarded railroad crossings
When can you go opposing direction of travel on the freeway?
Only at the request of DPS or TPD and when it assured that all traffic has been stopped
How far should the last traffic cone be placed at an accident scene?
What about high speed roads like the freeway?
150 feet
300 feet for high speed roads
In traffic accidents where should the first arriving unit be positioned?
Block traffic with the nose of the truck facing away from the curb
Where will ambulances and rescue units be positioned in traffic accidents?
“Downstream” from the blocking apparatus
If a company encounters an emergency incident while responding to another incident what should be done?
It is up to the company officer to determine if the unit will continue to respond to the original incident or remain at the second scene.
-In either case the company officer WILL notify Fire Alarm of the incident
If a TFD vehicle is involved in an accident what information is need to be forwarded to Fire Alarm?
- Vehicle Involved
- Injuries and/or damage
- Assistance needed
If a TFD unit needs to ford high water, what is the highest level on the truck that water should be allowed to get to?
The centerline of the axle
If a TFD unit does have potential damage from water who must they contact?
Fire Maintenance
Driving accounts for what percentage of firefighter deaths every year?
25%
What percentage of firefighters killed from on-duty vehicle accidents were not wearing their seatbelt?
80%
The 3 S’s of for emergency driving
- Slow Down
- Stop
- Seatbelts
Who is ultimately responsible for the safety of the trucks and how they’re driven?
The Captain
Should an Engineer turn off their headlights at night to help improve the visibility of the other drivers?
Yes
