Pierce Aerial

Question 1

Your aerial device is a complex machine that requires constant care and thorough inspection. Study the
requirements found in the maintenance section of this manual and _____, “Standard for the Inspection,
Maintenance, Testing and Retirement of In-Service Automotive Fire Apparatus”

Answer 1

NFPA 1911

Question 2

If your apparatus is not operated regularly, inspect it at least____

Answer 2

WEEKLY

Question 3

Fall protection equipment must be available for any personnel who will be ___

Answer 3

CLIMBING THE LADDER

Question 4

Personnel must be safely anchored to a structural feature of the ladder:

Answer 4

1. ANYTIME THEY ARE NOT CLIMBING OR DESCENDING THE LADDER

2. ANYTIME THE DEVICE IS IN MOTION

Question 5

Each person climbing on the ladder must use a fall arrest harness and tether that meets the requirements of

Answer 5

ANSI Z359.1

Question 6

Climb or descend the ladder

carefully, making sure to maintain ___points of contact with a structural feature at all tim

Answer 6

THREE

Question 7

Fall Hazard. When climbing on or off vehicle, ALWAYS:
• ___ vehicle.
• Use _______
• Maintain ___ points of contact with vehicle (two feet and one hand or two hands and one foot).
• Keep steps, handholds, and walkways ___.
• Use extra caution when _______.
• Replace surfaces when ___.

Answer 7

FACE
STEPS AND HANDHOLDS 
THREE
CLEAN
WET ICY OR MUDDY
WORN

Question 8

Fire helmets are

not designed for crash protection and they will interfere with the protection provided by

Answer 8

HEAD RESTS

Question 9

Interlocks rely on physical components that ___

Answer 9

CAN FAIL

Question 10

Never rely completely on _____ to ensure safe functioning

Answer 10

INTERLOCKS