MP 205.08 Driver Safety

Question 1

Who’s undivided attention is required for Intersection management?

Answer 1

Drivers, co-drivers

Question 2

Who determines Response codes for all engines, ladders, ladder tenders and rescues? And what information is it based on? (5)

Answer 2

Company officer

1- information received from alarm
2- time of day
3- traffic conditions
4- weather conditions 
5- other factors.

Question 3

Do rescues have the authority to upgrade their response to Code 3 without direction of the responding or on scene company officer?

Answer 3

No

Question 4

What is the max speed limit when responding Code 3 in favorable conditions?

Answer 4

10mph over posted speed limit

Question 5

What is the max permissible speed limit when vehicles must travel in center or oncoming traffic lanes?

Answer 5

20mph

Question 6

What is the speed limit when approaching and crossing an intersection with the right-of-way?

Answer 6

should not exceed the Posted speed limit

Question 7

When the first unit reports on the scene with “nothing showing” or an equivalent report, what should any additional units responding do?

Answer 7

Continue Code 3 but do not exceed the posted speed limit

Question 8

Where backing is un-avoidable and no spotter is available, what should the driver do to determine if obstructions are present before backing.

Answer 8

Dismount and walk completely around

Question 9

What should the company officer/driver of the vehicle confirm that all personnel and riders before the vehicle is permitted to move? (3)

Answer 9

1- all personnel and riders are on-board
2- proper attired
3- with seat belts on

Question 10

How many members should be in the front seats of the apparatus whenever possible while responding Code 3.

Answer 10

2