Module #9: Tillering Flashcards
Book 8 - Tillering:
Keep your eyes at least a ______ block ahead of the Truck to avoid being taken by surprise and reacting late to a decision made by the AO.
1/2 block
Book 8 - Tillering:
DO NOT ____-_________ the Trailer for a turn without direct verbal communication with the AO.
Pre-Position
Book 8 - Tillering:
___________ means allowing the Trailer to move WELL PAST an “in-line” position after a turn is completed.
Oversteering
Book 8 - Tillering:
___________ occurs when the Tillerman turns the steering wheel unnecessarily.
Overtillering
Book 8 - Tillering:
___________ is the portion of the Trailer that extend from othe center of the Tiller Wheels (pivot point) to the rear of the Trailer.
Overhang
Book 8 - Tillering:
What are the BLIND SPOT areas for the Tillerman?
- The area NEXT to and BEFORE the Tiller Wheels
2. The Area behind the Tillerman
Book 8 - Tillering:
On the FIRST DAY of tillering a RESERVE Truck, be certain that the _______ ______ assembly fits securely to the rungs of the Aerial Ladder.
Ladder Pipe
Book 8 - Tillering:
The _____ and _______ o’clock positions are recommended for steering the Tiller Wheels.
Three and Nine
Book 8 - Tillering:
The TRAINEE shall sit as the an OBSERVER through a minimum of _____ non-emergency tillering sessions.
3
Book 8 - Tillering:
Who is responsible for ensuring that all firefighters assigned to his crew are properly trained?
Truck Captain
