IFSTA Chapter 2

Question 1

NFPA 1002 also requires that drivers be skilled in…..

Answer 1

Performance of certain maintenance checks

Question 2

Maintenance vs repairs

Answer 2

Maintenance keep apparatus in a state of usefulness or readiness

repair means to restore that which has become inoperable

Question 3

NFPA 1002 requires drivers be able to perform these following routines tests and inspections

Answer 3

Batteries
Belts
Oil
Tires
hydraulic fluids
tools, appliances and equipment
Coolant Systems
Braking Systems
Steering systems
electrical systems
fuel systems

Question 4

NFPA _________ denotes out of service criteria

Answer 4

NFPA 1911

Question 5

Methods for washing vehicles first 6 months

Answer 5

While Paint and protective coating are new vehicle should be washed frequently using cold water to harden the paint and keep from spotting

Question 6

Washing Steps Recommendations

Answer 6

Use Garden hose without nozzle

Rinse Loose dirt prior to applying soap

Avoid extremely hot water

Wash from top to bottom

Dry with clean Chamois or rubber squeegee

Question 7

Glass Care on Vehicles

Answer 7

Warm Soapy water or commercial glass cleaner

Paper Towels or Clean Cloth Rags

Shop towels NOT ACCEPTABLE

Question 8

Interior Vehicle Cleaning and Lubrication

Answer 8

Warm Soapy Water

Use only product specified by manufacturer

Avoid solvents ( Bleach, Laquer, Acetone, Laundry soap )

Ventilate Cab

Mind electrical systems

Keep compartments, hinges, slide tracks and seals clean and lubed

Question 9

Waxing a vehicle

Answer 9

Reference manufacturer’s manual before waxing

Wait for apparatus to be at least 6 months old

Question 10

Walk Around method inspection

Answer 10

Begin at drivers door on the cab and walk clockwise around apparatus

upon completion get in cab an start apparatus to perform functional checks

Question 11

Weather permitting apparatus should be checked

Answer 11

Parked outside for functional tests with chocked wheels

Question 12

What to look for during Tire Checks

Answer 12

Make certain tire types match

Not acceptable to mix radial with bias-ply tires

Tires must be same size and weight ratings per manufacturer spec

Tire Depths, tread separation, cupping, excessive wear on sidewalls, cuts dry rotting, cracking tires, impaled objects

Question 13

Tire Specs are based on what weight

Speed rating

Tire Pressure recommended

Answer 13

BASED on GAWR ( Gross Axel weight rating)

Max Speed is rated upper limit of tire performance

Max tire pressure printed on the tire exterior is NOT the recommended operating tire pressure

Question 14

Per NFPA ______. Tires must be inflated to

Answer 14

Apparatus manufacturer’s recommendation per NFPA 1911

Question 15

What prevents an electric overload on a vehicle

Answer 15

Load Management System

(LMS)

Question 16

What is OVERLOAD

Answer 16

A problem due to a large amount of electrical equipment added to modern fire apparatus

Question 17

What is Incorporated with a load manager

What does it do

Answer 17

Load Sequencer or monitor which turns on various lights at specified intervals

Question 18

Load Monitor shutting down less important equipment is known as…..

Answer 18

Load Shedding : To Prevent Overload

Question 19

Steering systems check

Answer 19

Excess play that does not result in actual movement of vehicle wheels

Play should not be more than 10º in either direction

Question 20

Curb Weight vs GVWR

Answer 20

Curb Weight: Empty apparatus fresh off assembly line

GVWR: Max weight at which a vehicle can be safely operated on roadways in ideal conditions

Question 21

NFPA 1901 and 1911 side to side variance

Answer 21

Cannot exceed 7% of variance in weight

Question 22

Air-Actuated Braking Systems

Answer 22

Braking system that uses compressed air to hold off a springs brake “Parking Brake” and applies air pressure to a service brake for vehicle stopping

Question 23

What does the Air Pressure protecting valve prevent and under what psi level

Answer 23

Prevents air horns or other non essential devices from use below 80 psi

Question 24

NFPA standard for testing brakes

Answer 24

NFPA 1911

Question 25

Engine compartment inspection (under cab)

Answer 25

Shall not be performed while engine is running

Never rely solely on warning lights or gauges

All Fluid levels should be inspected

Cab should be lifted on a weekly basis

Question 26

DPF is?

Answer 26

Diesel Particulate Filters

Question 27

SCR is? And how does it work

Answer 27

Selective catalyst reductant

May be equipped on engines produced after Jan 1st 2010

Uses DEF stored downstream from (DPF) and is injected into exhaust gas in order to reduce (NOx) emissions

Question 28

Inspection of exhaust system

Answer 28

Look for Cracks and Leaks

High Heat during regen process may cause components surrounding exhaust to catch fire if there is a leak within the system

Question 29

SAE oil is?

Answer 29

Society of Automotive Engineers followed by a number noting viscosity of oil

Question 30

Vehicle Battery Inspection

Answer 30

Cable Connections are tight and protected with a film of grease check for cracks or leaks

Question 31

What chemical can vehicle batteries produce

Answer 31

Hydrogen Gases

Question 32

Considerations when jump starting a vehicle

Answer 32

Ensure both systems have the same power voltage to prevent damage

Ensure jumper cables are connected to the specified battery per recommendations

Question 33

After what operation shall the pump be throughly flushed

Answer 33

Anytime the pump has been drafting from salt water, lake or pond or areas served by old water mains