F class licence test Flashcards

1
Q

What is the act that covers emergency vehicles?

A

Highway traffic act, sets out the privileges ad covers emergency vehicles

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2
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when should an emergency vehicle enter an intersection with a red light?

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after coming to a complete stop, with emergency lights and sirens going.

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3
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what is the general posted speed limit capp for most services?

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20-25km over the posted speed limit

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4
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what is the max speed when moving through stationary traffic?

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40 km/hr over

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5
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what is the max speed when moving through moving traffic?

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20 km/hr over posted limit

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6
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who is at fault if the HTA is not followed?

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the driver of the ambulance

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7
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90% of accidents are preventable (t/f)

A

true

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8
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what are the principles of safe driving?

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visibility, space, and communication

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9
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what are the 6 defensive driving principles that should be applied? (6)

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  1. pre-driving circle check ( DVIR)
  2. eye lead time of 15 sec ( 1-1.5 blocks in town or 400m)
  3. move your eyes every 2 sec, check the mirrors every 5 secs, avoid other vehicles blindspots, use the lane of least resistance
  4. be proactive
  5. be predictable
  6. space cushion
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10
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what is the point of no return?

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the point when you can not make a safe stop when the light changes from green to yellow

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11
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you should always reverse park with an ambulance (t/f)

A

yes if its the easiest way to exit

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12
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how far ahead should you be scanning if you are exiting a highway?

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15 seconds

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13
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when should you signal for a turn?

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100ft ahead of your turn

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14
Q

when reversing in the ambulance you should always have a……

A

spotter in your view ( wear a vest at night time)

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15
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when driving at night time you should….

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use high beams, do not out drive your headlights, go slowly around curves, report impaired drivers and keep your distance

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16
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dusk/dawn, weather conditions, visual problems etc are ex of……

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adverse road conditions

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17
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how to control hydroplaning?

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take foot off gas and steer into the direction of pull.

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18
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what is threshold braking?

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in vehicles w/o abs, slam on brakes and ease up when the vehicles about to come to a complete stop (stutter the brakes)

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19
Q

what to do when a tire blows out?

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use gas to pull the vehicle to the curb, bring the vehicle to a full stop, change the tire

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20
Q

how often does an ambulance need to be certified?

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every 12 months

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21
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what guidelines are there for emergency vehicles?

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prudent speed, escorts, emergency, due diligence

22
Q

what does due diligence guideline entail?

A

we do everything in our power to keep a safe environment

23
Q

always use lights and sirens when…

A

entering an intersection

24
Q

what hould you do if youre parking an ambulance?

A

park ahead of accident ( upwind 30km), park behind other emergency vehicles if you are not first on scene, 100 ft distance, setup pylons and flares ( prn) 300 ft behind vehicle

25
Q

what schedule should be followed for a Class f license?

A

Schedule 4 (commercial vehicle, that seats less than 25 persons)

26
Q

Part 1 of schedule 2?

A

accessibility devices
minor defects:
- Accessibility device may not be used if:
(a) alarm fails to operate.
(b) equipment malfunctions.
(c) interlock system malfunctions.

major defects:
(a) vehicle fails to return to normal level after kneeling.
(b) extendable lift, ramp or other passenger-loading device fails to retract.

27
Q

pt2 of schedule 2

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Air brake system
minor defects:
(a) audible air leak.
(b) slow air pressure build-up rate.
major defects:
a) pushrod stroke of any brake exceeds the adjustment limit.1
(b) air loss rate exceeds prescribed limit.2
(c) inoperative towing vehicle (tractor) protection system.
(d) low air warning system fails or system is activated.
(e) inoperative service, parking or emergency brake.

28
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pt3 of schedule 2

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Cargo securement:
minor defects:
(a) insecure or improper load covering.
Major defects:
(a) insecure cargo.
(b) absence, failure, malfunction or deterioration of required cargo securement device or load covering.3

29
Q

pt4 of schedule 2

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coupling devices:
minor defects
(a) coupler or mounting has loose or missing fastener.
major defects:
(a) coupler is insecure or movement exceeds prescribed limit.4
(b) coupling or locking mechanism is damaged or fails to lock.
(c) defective, incorrect or missing safety chain or cable.

30
Q

pt 5 of schedule 4

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dangerous goods:
major defect:
(a) dangerous goods requirements not met.5

31
Q

pt6 of schedule 4

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doors and emergency exits
Minor:
- (a) door, window or hatch fails to open or close securely.
(b) alarm inoperative.
Major:
When carrying passengers:
(a) required emergency exit fails to function as intended.12
.

32
Q

pt 7 of schedule 4

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Driver controls:
minor:
- (a) accelerator pedal, clutch, gauges, audible and visual indicators or instruments fail to function properly.
major:
When carrying passengers:
(a) accelerator sticking and engine fails to return to idle.

33
Q

pt 8 of schedule 4

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Driver seat:
minor:(a) seat is damaged or fails to remain in set position.
Major:
-(a) seatbelt or tether belt is insecure, missing or malfunctions.

34
Q

Part 9 of schedule 2

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Electric brake system
minor:
(a) loose or insecure wiring or electrical connection.
Major:
(a) inoperative breakaway device.
(b) inoperative brake.

35
Q

part 10 or schedule 2

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Part 10. Emergency Equipment and Safety Devices
minor:
(a) emergency equipment is missing, damaged or defective.

36
Q

pt 11 of schedule 2:

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exhaust system
minor:(a) exhaust leak except as described in Column 3.
major:(a) leak that causes exhaust gas to enter the occupant compartment.

37
Q

pt 12

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exterior body and frame:
minor:(a) insecure or missing body parts.
(b) insecure or missing compartment door.
(c) damaged frame or body.

Major:(a) visibly shifted, cracked, collapsing or sagging frame member.

38
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pt 13

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fuel system:
major defect: (a) missing fuel tank cap.
(b) insecure fuel tank.
(c) dripping fuel leak.

39
Q

pt 14

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general
major:
(a) serious damage or deterioration that is noticeable and may affect the vehicle’s safe operation.

40
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pt 15

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glass ad mirrors
minor:
(a) required mirror6 or window glass fails to provide the required view7 to the driver as a result of being cracked, broken, damaged, missing or maladjusted.
(b) required mirror6 or glass has broken or damaged attachments onto vehicle body.

major:
When carrying passengers:
(a) driver’s view of the road is obstructed in the area swept by the windshield wipers.

41
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pt 16

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heater/defrost
minor: (a) control or system failure.
major:(a) defroster fails to provide unobstructed view through the windshield.

42
Q

pt 17

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horn:
minor:(a) vehicle has no operative horn.

43
Q

pt 18

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hydraulic braking system:
minor:(a) brake fluid level is below indicated minimum level.
major:
(a) brake boost or power assist is not operative.
(b) brake fluid leak.
(c) brake pedal fade or insufficient brake pedal reserve.
(d) activated (other than ABS) warning device.
(e) brake fluid reservoir is less than ¼ full.
(f) parking brake is inoperative.

44
Q

pt 19

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lamps and reflectors:
minor:
(a) required interior lamp does not function as intended.13
(b) required reflector is missing or partially missing.9
(c) passenger safety or access lamp does not function.
major:
When use of lamps is required:
(a) failure of both low-beam headlamps.
(b) failure of both rearmost tail lamps.
At all times:
(a) failure of a rearmost turn-indicator lamp.
(b) failure of both rearmost brake lamps.

45
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pt 20

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passenger compartment:
minor:
(a) stanchion padding is damaged.
(b) damaged steps or floor.
(c) insecure or damaged overhead luggage rack or compartment.
(d) malfunction or absence of required passenger or mobility device restraints.14
(e) passenger seat is insecure.

major:
When affected position is occupied:
(a) malfunction or absence of required passenger or mobility device restraints.14
(b) passenger seat is insecure.

46
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pt 21

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steering
minor:(a) steering wheel lash (free-play) is greater than normal.
major:
(a) steering wheel is insecure, or does not respond normally.
(b) steering wheel lash (free-play) exceeds prescribed limit.10

47
Q

pt 22

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suspension
minor:(a) air leak in air suspension system.
(b) a broken spring leaf.
(c) suspension fastener is loose, missing or broken.
major
-(a) damaged (patched, cut, bruised, cracked to braid or deflated) air bag or insecurely mounted air bag.
(b) cracked or broken main spring leaf or more than one broken spring leaf.
(c) part of spring leaf or suspension is missing, shifted out of place or in contact with another vehicle component.
(d) loose U-bolt.

48
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pt 23

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tires:
minor:(a) damaged tread or sidewall of tire.
(b) tire leaking, if leak cannot be heard.

major:
(a) flat tire.
(a.1) tire leaking, if leak can be felt or heard.
(b) tire tread depth is less than wear limit.11
(c) tire is in contact with another tire or any vehicle component other than mud-flap.
(d) tire is marked “Not for highway use”.
(e) tire has exposed cords in the tread or outer sidewall area.

49
Q

pt 24

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wheels, hubs, and fasteners
minor:(a) hub oil below minimum level (when fitted with sight glass).
(b) leaking wheel seal.
major:(a) wheel has loose, missing or ineffective fastener.
(b) damaged, cracked or broken wheel, rim or attaching part.
(c) evidence of imminent wheel, hub or bearing failure.

50
Q

pt 25

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windshield wiper/washer
minor:(a) control or system malfunction.
(b) wiper blade is damaged, missing or fails to adequately clear driver’s field of vision.
major:
When use of wipers or washer is required:
(a) wiper or washer fails to adequately clear driver’s field of vision in area swept by driver’s side wiper.