MP 205.15 Freeway Response

Question 1

Who is responsible for the safe operation of an emergency vehicle at all times?

Answer 1

the driver of the emergency vehicle

Question 2

How many members should be in the front seat when driving code 3?

Answer 2

2

Question 3

When driving code 3, what is the driver responsible for? what is the co-driver responsible for?

Answer 3

driver: operating the vehicle safely

co-driver: being a second set of eyes and ears

Question 4

What is the response code if no code is designated?

Answer 4

Code 2 unless directed by a Company Officer

Question 5

What must be operating when driving code #

Answer 5

warning lights must be on and sirens must be sounding to warn drivers of other vehicles

Question 6

What does lights and sirens do?

Answer 6

“request” the right of way from other drivers

Question 7

What is the max speed when driving code 3 in favorable conditions?

Answer 7

10mph over posted speed limit

Question 8

what is the max speed when driving code 3 in less favorable conditions?

Answer 8

posted speed limit

Question 9

What is the max speed when driving code 3 and you must travel in center or oncoming traffic lanes?

Answer 9

20mph

Question 10

While driving code 3, what presents the greatest potential danger for emergency vehicles?

Answer 10

intersections

Question 11

What should responding units do when first unit reports “nothing showing”?

Answer 11

continue code 3 but shall not exceed the posted speed limit

Question 12

What should the driver avoid whenever possible?

Answer 12

backing