Questions 1-500 Flashcards
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 1 - 1) How much additional friction loss is calculated in a hoseline when it is fitted with a master stream - appliance? - A) 10 psi. - B) 20 psi. - C) 25 psi. - D) 30 psi. -
C
2) The maximum capacity of a front-mounted pump depends usually upon the limitations of the engine - driving it, but typically they can pump as high as - - A) 500 gpm - B) 800 gpm - C) 1000 gpm - D) 1250 gpm -
D
3) A firefighter familiar with the sprinklered building should accomplish which of the following tasks as - soon as possible? - A) Check all gauges in the building control/riser room to determine if sprinkler supply conduits are - operating at appropriate pressure. - B) Inform the sprinkler maintenance or monitoring company of the incident. - C) Accompany the interior attack crew to verify fire location and sprinkler operation. - D) A and B. -
A
4) The formula FL=CQ^2L represents the formula for calculating friction loss. What does the ‘Q’ stand for? - A) Friction loss coefficient. - B) Flow rate in hundreds of gmp(L/min)/100. - C) Hose length in hundreds of feet (meters)/100. - D) Elevation pressure -
B
5) What determines the flow from a solid stream nozzle? - A) The diameter of the hoseline. - B) Nozzle pressure. - C) Size of the discharge opening. - D) B and C only. -
D
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 2 - 6) Tandem pumping operations can be performed by placing pumpers as much as __ away. - A) 100 feet. - B) 200 feet. - C) 300 feet. - D) 400 feet. -
C
7) To keep apparatus in a state of usefulness or readiness best describes which of the following? - A) Maintenance. - B) Refurbish - C) Repair - D) Replace -
A
8) It is advisable that given the potential demand for large quantities of water that the transfer valve of a - two-stage pump be set to the PARALLEL (VOLUME) as a precaution. Under what special circumstances - would a two-stage pump be set to SERIES (PRESSURE) instead? - A) When additional lines will be required to be deployed. - B) When the supply line extends over a long distance and require high pressures. - C) When the first arriving apparatus is anticipated to carry the attack solo for a prolonged period of time. - D) A two-stage pump operating off a hydrant should never be set to SERIES (PRESSURE). -
B
9) The speed in which water travels is referred to as - - A) Inertia - B) Acceleration - C) Flow rate - D) Velocity -
D
10) Once water reaches a temperature of 212 degrees F, how many BTUs/lb are required to convert 1 - gallon of water to steam? - A) 1266 - B) 8080 - C) 152 - D) 364 -
B
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 3 - 11) In a site where the bottom of the pond drops suddenly away at the shoreline, how should the strainer - and the hard intake hose be deployed? - A) Suspend the strainer by tying the rope to a vertical object on the opposite side of the pond. - B) Lay a log, on top of or peg down the hard intake hose so that the strainer is suspended over the edge - of the shoreline at the optimal drafting depth. - C) Lay a ground ladder from the shoreline edge into the water to support the strainer/hose at the proper - depth. - D) Use a low-level strainer . -
C
12) The U.S. Forestry Service and the National Biological Survey Office have shown that Class A foams are - lethal to - - A) Insects. - B) Mammals. - C) Birds. - D) Fish. -
D
13) If a eductor has a specified flow rate of 90 gpm (360 L/min) and the attached nozzle has a flow rate of - 90 gpm (360 L/min) what is the resulting effect on the quality of the foam produced ? - A) The foam will be high quality. - B) The foam will be too watery. - C) No foam will be produced. - D) The foam will be overly rich. -
A
14) When two pumpers are dispatched to a fire scene, what is the commonly-accepted operational - procedure? - A) The first arriving pumper lays the supply line to a water source, while the second-arriving pumper begins - the attack. - B) The first-arriving pumper begins the attack using the on-board water tank, while the second-arriving - pumper reverse lays the supply line. - C) The first-arriving pumper reverse lays the attack line to a water source and begins the attack, while the - second-arriving pumper boosts the water pressure using a four-way hydrant valve. - D) Both apparatus conduct attacks, and then the first-arriving pumper disengages to reverse lay the supply - line when the water level in the on-board tank is depleted. -
B
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 4 - 15) The most efficient tenders for use in water shuttle operations have water tank capacities of less than - - A) 3,000 gallons - B) 10,000 gallons - C) 5,000 gallons - D) 2,500 gallons -
D
16) In checking apparatus sirens, and air horns, ear protection should be worn if any personnel will be - exposed to noise levels in excess of - - A) 50 decibels - B) 70 decibels - C) 90 decibels - D) 100 decibels -
C
17) Any fire stream that is too large to be controlled without mechanical aid is referred to as - - A) Masters streams. - B) Elevated master streams. - C) Controlled streams. - D) Fixed streams. -
A
18) Which of the following statements is not true ? - A) Friction loss in a system increases as the length of the hose or pipe increases. - B) One of the physical properties of water is that it compresses easily. - C) The same volume of water supply into a fire hose under pressure at one end will be discharged at the - other end. - D) The smaller the hose, the greater velocity needed to deliver the same volume. -
B
19) All apparatus driver/operators do not have to qualify to set up and operate a pump apparatus at which - of the following fire incidents? - A) Wildland fire. - B) Industrial facilities fires. - C) HazMat incidents. - D) None of the above. -
D
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 5 - 20) Which method of moving water uses a primary water source located at a higher elevation than the - distribution system? - A) Vacuum pumping system - B) Gravity system - C) Direct pumping system - D) Combination system -
B
21) Typically, what should the engine speed be set to in order to prime the apparatus pump? - A) 750 rpm -1,000 rpm. - B) 1,000 rpm - 1,200 rpm. - C) 1,200 rpm - 1,500 rpm. - D) 2,000 rpm - 2,200 rpm. -
B
22) With the exception of __ it is not recommended that vehicle fluids be checked, while the apparatus is - running. - A) Automatic transmission fluid. - B) Crankcase oil - C) Brake fluid - D) Radiator coolant -
A
23) Solid master streams are usually operated at - - A) 50 psi. - B) 80 psi. - C) 100 psi. - D) 150 psi. -
B
24) A unit that allows several electrical devices to be supplied by one main power cord from an electrical - source is called a - - A) Electrical adaptor. - B) Power splitter. - C) Junction box. - D) Generator box. -
C
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 6 - 25) In which of the following fire incidents would it be most appropriate to use the “Bank-Down” foam - application method? - A) An overturned and leaking railroad tanker car containing aviation fuel. - B) A pool of un-ignited benzene in an industrial parking lot. - C) A two acre pool of burning #2 fuel oil seeping out of a ruptured underground pipeline. - D) An ignited gasoline storage tank (cone roof tank). -
A
26) When driving an automatic transmission emergency vehicle in heavy traffic the shift selector position - should be - - A) 2 or 1-2 - B) 3 or 1-3 - C) 4 or 1-4 - D) 5 or 1-5 -
B
27) High-pressure fog nozzles are best used for fighting which a the following types of fires? - A) Residential structure fires. - B) Chimney fires. - C) High-rise building fires. - D) Wildland fires -
D
28) Class A fires requiring both good water penetration and foam blanketing capabilities should have - which of the following foam types applied? - A) Balanced - B) Dry - C) Medium - D) Wet -
C
29) A Midship Transfer Drive, using a two-stage centrifugal pump, which is popular in the fire service, can - pump at which of the following volumes? - A) 500 gpm. - B) 1000 gpm. - C) 1500 gpm. - D) All the above. -
D
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 7 - 30) All of the following statements regarding the ‘Constant Pressure Relay Method’ are true except for - which for which of the following? - A) It requires complicated calculations be made at the fire scene. - B) It reduces radio traffic and confusion between pump operators. - C) It speeds up relay activation. - D) Pump operators in the relay only have to guide and adjust pressure to one constant figure. -
A
31) Which of the following is NOT a common cause for ground thawing at the water supply site? - A) Exhaust discharged from the apparatus. - B) Warm water in the apparatus. - C) Water spilling on the ground. - D) Sudden changes in the air temperature. -
D
32) On manual transmission apparatus, the distance that the clutch petal must be pushed before the - throw-out bearing actually contacts the clutch release fingers is known as - - A) Free play - B) Free travel - C) Free distance - D) A and B only -
D
33) Driver/operator Brian says that portable flowmeters should be placed between in-line gauges when - testing for friction loss coefficients. - Driver/Operator Bob says that portable flowmeters can be placed anywhere in the hoseline except between - the in-line gauges. - Who is correct? - A) Driver operator Brian. - B) Driver/operator Bob - C) Both are correct. - D) Neither are correct. -
B
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 8 - 34) Generally, it is not possible to pump water out of the apparatus as fast as a dump valve empties the - tank, the limiting factors are- - A) Flow capacity of the tank to pump lines. - B) Pump size and venting capability. - C) Ability to control hoselines at the delivery point. - D) All of the above. -
D
35) What procedures should the Pump Operator take to clear a corroded or dirty relief valve? - A) Set the pump pressure to 200 psi ( 1380 kPa) and make the relief valve operate by cranking the [relief - valve] adjustment control in and out rapidly. - B) Set the relief valve adjustment control to minimum and turn the valve on and off for 30 seconds. - C) If equipped with a shut off, set discharge pressure to 200 psi (1380 kPa) , set adjustment control to - minimum and turn off the valve for 60 seconds. - D) If equipped with a shut off, set discharge pressure to 150 psi (1050 kPa), set adjustment control to - minimum, and turn valve on and off for 60 seconds. -
D
36) As a Driver/Operator how much more pressure loss must be added to your calculations involving - master stream devices? - A) 10 psi. - B) 15 psi. - C) 20 psi. - D) 25 psi. -
D
37) The driver/operator should never attempt to shut down the engine while the apparatus is in motion for - which of the following reasons? - A) The action cuts off fuel flow from the injectors. - B) It prevents proper lubrication of the injectors which is required anytime the injector plunger is moving. - C) It can cause fuel pressure to build up behind the shutoff valve and prevent the valve from opening. - D) All the above. -
D
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 9 - 38) When operating an apparatus NOT equipped with ABS brakes and the apparatus starts to skid, do all of - the following except - - A) Turn the apparatus steering wheel so that the vehicle faces in the opposite direction of the skid. - B) Release the brakes to allow the wheels to rotate freely. - C) Release the clutch (If using a standard transmission). - D) Once the skid is controllable, gradually apply power to the wheels. -
A
39) On apparatus equipped with air brakes the NFPA 1901 standard requires that air pressure to build up to - a sufficient level to allow safe vehicle operations with a time span of __ after starting the apparatus. - A) 10 seconds. - B) 15 seconds. - C) 30 seconds. - D) 60 seconds. -
D
40) In producing foam from an Around-the-Pump Proportioner, if the intake water line from a fire hydrant - has a pressure of 50 psi (350 kPa), the discharge rate is 500 gpm (2000 L/min) at a 6% concentrate and the - fire area is 1,000 s.f. (100 s.m.) what will be the resulting foam application rate? - A) 0.5 gpm per s.f.( 20 L/min per s.m.) - B) 1.0 gpm per s.f. ( 40 L/min per s.m.) - C) 0.25 gpm per s.f. (10 L/min per s.m.) - D) 0.00 gpm per s.f. (0 L/min per s.m.) -
D
41) Which of the following would not normally be considered a duty of a fire apparatus driver? - A) To transport the apparatus, personnel, and equipment safely to the scene. - B) To operate the apparatus properly, quickly, and safely once at the scene. - C) To ensure that the apparatus and all equipment it carries is in a state of readiness at all times. - D) To lead first-in interior fire attacks. -
D
42) Your pumper is operating from a hydrant and is discharging water at 180 psi. The incoming pressure - from the hydrant measures 20 psi on the intake gauge. Calculate the net pump discharge pressure. - A) 50 psi. - B) 90 psi - C) 200 psi - D) 160 psi -
D
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 10 - 43) When three hoselines of equal length are siamesed to supply a working fire stream, the friction loss is - approximately __ of that of a single hoseline at the same nozzle pressure. - A) 10% - B) 20% - C) 25% - D) 30% -
A
44) Which of the following statements most accurately describes ground reservoirs? - A) They are less accessible than regular ponds or lakes. - B) They commonly have unimproved roads serving one or more sides of the reservoir. - C) They are not commonly found on commercial properties and municipal water treatment facilities. - D) They typically contain many millions of gallons of water. -
D
45) In general, what methods are used to check the operation of foam proportioning systems and - equipment? - I. Testing the foam to water solution concentration produced. - II. Testing the rate at which foam is delivered from the nozzle or blower device. - III. Testing the consumption rate of foam concentration in proportion to a known quantity of - water. - A) I only. - B) I and II. - C) II and III. - D) I and III. -
D
46) Which method for determining the amount of additional water available from, a hydrant employs the - following formula? - (Static-Residual) (100) - x = _________________________________ - Static Pressure - A) Squaring the Lines - B) Percent Drop - C) First Digit - D) Subtracting the Squares -
B
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 11 - 47) If a pumper connects to a hydrant with a static pressure of 55 psi (380 kPa) and a 2-inch (50mm) - handline is used to deliver 200 gpm (800 L/min) , the intake pressure drops to 43 psi ( 300 kPa). How many - more 2 inch handlines can be operated without lowering the hydrant pressure to below 20 psi (140 kPa)? - A) One - B) Two - C) Three - D) None -
D
48) Finished foams with air/solution ratios of between 20:1 and 200:1 are considered to be - - A) High-expansion foams. - B) Medium-expansion foams. - C) Low-expansion foams. - D) All the above. -
B
49) Which of the following foam concentrates should not be used in a Batch Mix? - A) Class A foams - B) Class A foams if the foam is not to be applied within 12 hours - C) AFFF - D) Any alcohol resistant foam -
D
50) Which of the following is a significant advantage of a Variable-Flow Variable-Rate Direct Injection - System? - I. Nozzle elevation above or below the pump does not impact foam proportioning. - II. The orifice of the foam concentrate line can be adjusted at the location of the discharge line. - III. The system automatically adjusts to variations in water flows when nozzles are opened or - closed. - A) I only. - B) I and II. - C) II and III. - D) I and III. -
D
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 12 - 51) The prime objective of the driver/operator is to - - A) Provide fire suppression crews with the water flow and pressure needed to achieve effective fire control. - B) To direct pumping operations at the scene of an emergency. - C) To coordinate hose lays with other pumping apparatus. - D) To be accountable for all personnel on the engine. -
A
52) The pump overheating light goes on while you are in the midst of operations. What is the appropriate - action? - A) Open the booster cooling valve or set circulator valve to TANK. - B) Disengage pump immediately. - C) Open flush line. - D) Shut down engine. -
A
53) You and your crew have been assigned to a motor vehicle crash on a four lane interstate highway. - Two cars are blocking the extreme right hand lane. Which lane(s) should be closed in order to allow - firefighters to safely work at the scene? - A) The lane immediately next to the incident. - B) The two adjacent lanes next to the incident. - C) No lanes need to be shut down. Firefighters should work on the shoulder side of the incident. - D) All lanes should be shut down to insure the safety of the firefighters. -
A
54) For relay pumpers it is best to maintain an intake pressure of - - A) 20 - 30 psi. - B) 30 - 40 psi. - C) 50 - 60 psi. - D) 60 - 70 psi. -
A
55) When a driver/operator increases the discharge pressure of the pump above 150 psi - - A) There is a decrease in volume of water that is being discharged. - B) There is a proportional increase of volume of water that is being discharged. - C) The discharge pressure comes to equilibrium. - D) The volume of water that is being discharged will remain the same no matter what the pump discharge - pressure may be. -
A
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 13 - 56) If the master discharge pressure gauge is reading 200 psi (1380 kPa) during a discharge pressure gauge - test, then which of the readings indicates a faulty individual discharge line gauge? - A) 188 psi (1297 kPa). - B) 198 psi (1366 kPa). - C) 209 psi (1442 kPa). - D) 200 psi (1380 kPa). -
A
57) If 8 parts of foam concentrate are mixed with 92 parts water, a __ foam concentrate is produced. - A) 8% - B) 11.50% - C) 92% - D) 100% -
A
58) What would be the head pressure at a hydrant if its water source sits in a 50 foot water tower which is - situated on a 75 foot (vertical drop) hill ? - A) 54.3 psi - B) 25 psi - C) 125 psi - D) 51.9 psi -
A
59) What should the dump site pumper do to insure that prime is not lost when other discharge lines are - shut down? - A) Flow a booster line back into the portable tank. - B) Install an additional intake line. - C) Manually control the dump valve. - D) None of the above. -
A
60) When positioning at draft, what spot maximizes the amount of water that can be supplied to the - tender? - A) One that requires a maximum amount of lift or hard intake hose. - B) One that requires a minimum amount of lift or hard intake hose. - C) One that requires no amount of lift or hard intake hose. - D) One that requires a maximum amount of lift and a minimum amount of hard intake hose. -
B
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 14 - 61) The weight of 1 cubic foot of water is approximately - - A) 8.33 lb - B) 18.66 lb - C) 48.6 lb - D) 62.5 lb -
D
62) If the Driver/Operator determines that lack of pumping pressure is not attributable to air in the - pumping system, or a partially closed transfer valve, then what action should the operator take? - A) Close discharge valves, and reprime pump. - B) Close transfer valves and increase engine throttle. - C) Reduce engine throttle and check that pump is in gear or that the pump shift transfer has been made. - D) Shut down engine, close all valves, and repeat start up procedure from the beginning. -
C
63) Which of the following formulas can be used to determine elevation pressure? - (1) EP = 0.5 x H (2) EP = 0.5 / H (3) EP = 5 psi x (Number Of Stories + 1) (4) EP = 5 psi x (Number Of - Stories - 1) - A) 1, 4. - B) 2, 3. - C) 1, 3. - D) 2, 4. -
A
64) All of the following statements are true except - - A) Driver/operators can increase the flow in a relay by placing additional pumpers in the relay. - B) In-line relay valves can easily be introduced in to the relay line without disrupting relay pumping - operations. - C) Shortening the length of hoselines each pumper has to supply will increase the flow in a relay pumping - operation. - D) Some pumpers participate in relay pumping operations by adding their hose to the relay lays, but do - not actually hook in and participate in the pumping operation itself. -
B
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 15 - 65) Which of the following is NOT correct in describing the action as the vanes progress toward the - discharge opening? - A) Pressure reaches its maximum level. - B) The air being evacuated from the intake side causes a reduced pressure. - C) Water is forced into the pump by atmospheric pressure until the pump fills with water. - D) Water is forced into the pump by a reverse vacuum pressure. -
D
66) Engine Tenders differ from Rescue Pumpers in that - - A) They do not have the fire fighting capabilities as a full-sized fire department pumper. - B) They do not carry water. - C) The carry more ladders. - D) They are not equipped with rescue equipment and only carry a small volume of water. -
A
67) What would be the purpose of installing integral screens in a foam nozzle? - A) To filter out clots of coagulated foam concentrate in the fire stream. - B) To further aerate the foam stream. - C) To filter out debris and foreign objects in the fire stream. - D) To protect the delicate internal baffles and deflector plates from outside objects. -
B
68) Water main valves should be operated __ to keep them in good working order. - A) Every six months. - B) At least once a year. - C) Every two years. - D) Every three years. -
B
69) All of the following statements are true regarding using the GPM Flowing method except - - A) The method can be used for both Metric and US. - B) The method is applicable to both solid and fog streams. - C) The method can be used for hose sizes other than 2 1/2 inch. - D) The driver/operator only needs to know the flow rate in gallons per minute from the nozzle at a - specified pressure. -
A
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 16 - 70) What is “negative pressure”? - A) When intake pressure from a pressurized water supply exceeds discharge pressure. - B) When discharge pressure so exceeds intake pressure that intake pressure registers at or below 0 psi (0 - kPa). - C) When an external water supply is interrupted and there is no flow in the intake line. - D) Cavitation in the apparatus pump. -
B
71) Which of the following types of water poses the most potential harm to the pump apparatus? - A) Silty, cloudy water. - B) Water from the salt marsh. - C) Water directly from the ocean. - D) Water that is 35 degrees F ( 2 degrees C). -
A
72) Which of the following has become quite common in attacking wildland fires and protecting - exposures? - A) High-expansion foams - B) Alcohol-resistant foams - C) Class A foams - D) Class B foams -
C
73) Most industrial foam pumpers are primarily intended to produce large quantities of foam to attack - - A) Class A fires - B) Class B fires. - C) Class C fires. - D) Class D fires. -
B
74) Under what circumstances do pumpers most frequently encounter cavitation? - A) When the pumper is operating at high pressure while supplying long hoselines. - B) During drafting operations from a static water supply. - C) When the vertical lift exceeds 20 feet (6 m). - D) When the hydrant is malfunctioning. -
B
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 17 - 75) How should an alcohol resistant AFFF be applied to a polar solvent fire? - A) Sprayed under the fire. - B) Plunged into the fire. - C) Sprayed over the top of the fuel. - D) Plunged into the fire and then shift to roll-on method. -
C
76) To ensure safety and efficiency fog nozzles should be operated at a nozzle pressure of - - A) 250 kPa. - B) 500 kPa. - C) 700 kPa. - D) 1000 kPa. -
C
77) Pressure changes in hoselines are possible as a result of all of the following except - - A) Hose friction loss. - B) Appliance friction loss. - C) Pressure loss and gains due to elevation. - D) The relative age of the apparatus. -
D
78) __ generally carry a wide assortment of relay valves, discharge manifolds, and other special water - equipment that is used in relay pumping. - A) Source pumpers. - B) Relay pumpers. - C) Hose tenders. - D) Attack pumpers. -
C
79) What general safety rule must always be observed during pump tests? - A) Never hold the test nozzle by hand. - B) Always clamp the pitot gauge in position at the nozzle. - C) Never stand within 10 feet of the hose couplings. - D) Never run with scissors. -
A
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 18 - 80) All of the following are factors that influence the driver/operator’s ability to stop the apparatus except - - A) The age of the driver/operator. - B) The condition and slope of the driving surface. - C) The weight of the vehicle and overall type and condition of the vehicle’s braking system. - D) The speed the vehicle is traveling. -
A
81) When operating a draft, what apparatus gauge must operate in its normal range without exception? - A) Engine temperature gauge. - B) Tachometer. - C) Pump Discharge gauge. - D) Water tank level indicator. -
A
82) The only truly accurate way to determine pressure loss in any particular hose lay is by - - A) Measure the pressure at both ends of the hose and subtract the difference. - B) Calculate the pressure loss through the use of formulas. - C) Calculate the pressure loss through the use of field applications. - D) All the above. -
A
83) The functions performed by a fire boat include which of the following? - A) Ice and water rescue. - B) Fire fighting. - C) Relaying water to land-based apparatus. - D) All the above. -
D
84) Which of the following rules should be observed at all times? - A) Keep the hard intake hose off the ground while making all connections. - B) If necessary, use a claw hammer to tighten coupling lugs. - C) Do not tie a rope to the strainer if the apparatus extracts the hard intake hose by moving the apparatus. - D) Never pet a stray dog. -
A
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 19 - 85) Which of the following is not a static water supply source? - A) Lake - B) River - C) Hydrant - D) Swimming pool -
C
86) The use of warning devices should be restricted to true emergency responses. Warning devices should - not be used on any of the following calls except - - A) Car fires. - B) Carbon monoxide detector sounding. - C) Covering an empty fire station. - D) Nuisance fires. -
A
87) If most flammable liquids have a specific gravity less than water, then the flammable liquid would have - a tendency to - - A) Float on top of water. - B) Separate and sink below the level of water. - C) Mix evenly with water through passive diffusion. - D) Form an emulsion when exposed to water. -
A
88) When three hoselines of equal length are siamesed to supply a working fire stream, the friction loss is - approximately __ of that of a single hoseline at the same nozzle pressure. - A) 10% - B) 20% - C) 25% - D) 30% -
A
89) Which of the following statements about Class A foam is UNTRUE? - A) Class A foams are biodegradable in the environment. - B) Class A foam has corrosive characteristics, but due to the low concentrations used, these foams rarely - damage or impact fire apparatus and equipment. - C) Class A foams can be used with solid stream or fog nozzles. - D) The USDA Forest service and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rate Class A foams as a - hazardous material and significant threat to aquatic ecosystems. -
D
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 20 - 90) Which of the following nozzles cannot be used in conjunction with protein or fluoroprotein foam - concentrates? - A) Fog Nozzles. - B) Self-educting master stream foam nozzles. - C) Air-Aspirating Foam Nozzles. - D) Any nozzle type used with a Bypass-Type Balanced Pressure Proportioner installed in the fire apparatus. -
A
91) The process in which the load monitor shuts down less important equipment to prevent overload is - referred to as - - A) Load mapping - B) Load directing - C) Load distribution - D) Load shedding -
D
92) All intake lines leading to a centrifugal pump are normally located - - A) Above the eye of the impeller. - B) Even with the eye of the impeller. - C) Below the eye of the impeller. . - D) Above and below the eye of the impeller. -
C
93) Which of the following foam proportioning systems is the most commonly found on structural fire - apparatus? - A) Variable-Flow Variable-Rate Direct Injection Systems. - B) Around-the Pump-Proportioners. - C) Bypass-Type Balanced Pressure Proportioners. - D) Variable-Flow Demand-Type Balanced Pressure Proportioners. -
B
94) When used for fire extinguishment, durable agents are normally applied at which of the following - ratios? - A) 1:100 - B) 1:150; - C) 1:200. - D) 1:300 -
A
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 21 - 95) In selecting a drafting location, which site condition would be preferable to obtain rated capacity of - the pumper? - A) A site where the pumper is 9 feet (2.8 m) above the water surface, the lift between the strainer and the - intake is 28 feet (8.5 m). - B) A site where the pumper is 15 feet (4.6 m) above the water surface, the lift between the strainer and the - intake is 7 feet - (2 m). - C) A site where the pumper is 6 feet (1.8 m) above the water surface, the lift between the strainer and the - intake is 52 feet (15.9 m). - D) A site where the pumper is 10 feet (3 m) above the water surface, the lift between the strainer and the - intake is 18 feet (5.5 m). -
D
96) Road tests and hydrostatic tests are examples of what kind of apparatus testing? - A) Manufacturer’s test. - B) Certification tests. - C) Service tests. - D) Acceptance tests. -
A
97) It is generally recommended that intake relief valves be set to the open position when the intake - pressure rises more than __ over the desired operating pressure. - A) 10 psi. - B) 20 psi. - C) 30 psi. - D) 40 psi. -
A
98) An onshore connection consisting of a length of pipe equipped with a strainer that extends into a - water supply source is called a - - A) Dry hydrant. - B) Wet hydrant. - C) Temporary hydrant. - D) Drafting hydrant. -
A
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 22 - 99) What is the weight of 1 gallon of water at 60 degrees F? - A) 6.33 lbs. - B) 8.33 lbs. - C) 9.22 lbs. - D) 11.35 lbs -
B
100) What is the purpose of a “bypass proportioner” ? - A) To reduce friction loss in the water stream when foams are not being applied from the apparatus. - B) To eliminate the need for an external foam concentrate container. - C) To bypass the JRC in situations demanding lower foam concentrations than 6%. - D) To bypass the apparatus pump in situations where CAFS systems are necessary to boost the range of - the foam stream. -
A
101) Which of the following foams produces a runoff with the least impact upon the environment, and - particularly aquatic ecosystems? - A) Aqueous Film Forming Foam. - B) Protein Foams. - C) Polar Solvent Foams. - D) Class A foams. -
B
102) As a Driver/Operator how much more pressure loss must be added to your calculations involving - master stream devices? - A) 90 kPa. - B) 120 kPa. - C) 150 kPa. - D) 175 kPa. -
D
103) A fire hydrant that receives water in only one direction is called a - - A) Circulating-feed hydrant. - B) Dead-end hydrant. - C) Uni-flow hydrant. - D) Grid-end hydrant. -
B
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 23 - 104) Which of the following types of eductors uses the Venturi effect to introduce foam concentrate into - the water stream? - A) In-line eductor. - B) Foam Nozzle eductor - C) CAFS - D) A and B -
D
105) What is the atmospheric pressure at sea level? - A) 14.7 psi (100 kPa). - B) 12.7 psi (86 kPa). - C) 14.1 psi (97 kPa). - D) 13.8 psi (95 kPa). -
A
106) You are unable to get a reading on the pressure gauge in a single stage pumper. The pump has been - put into gear, the green indicator light is on, the clutch is engaged and the speedometer reading is normal - for pump operation. What is wrong? - A) There is no water in the pump. - B) The transfer valve is in the wrong position. - C) The discharge valve is closed. - D) The pressure gauge is defective or the pump is not flooded. -
D
107) IFSTA and NFPA use __ to help approximate friction loss for the various types of hose in use today. - A) Formula coefficients. - B) Friction loss coefficients. - C) Pressure loss coefficients. - D) Hoseline coefficients. -
B
108) In-take pressure relief valves should be set to within __ of the static pressure of the water system - supplying the pumper or __ above the discharge pressure of the previous pumper in the relay. - A) 10 psi, 20 psi. - B) 10 psi, 10 psi. - C) 15 psi, 20 psi. - D) 20 psi, 20 psi. -
B
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 24 - 109) If the attack lines are not prepared to be charged by the time the pump pressure has been built up, - what actions should be taken by the Driver/Operator? - A) Partially open the pump-to-tank line (tank fill valve) to allow water to circulate. - B) Reduce engine throttle and pump pressure. - C) Charge one line to relieve pressure in the system while the other attack lines are prepared. - D) Disengage the pump until attack lines are ready to be charged. -
A
110) Which of the following eductors offers the least mobility and most logistical problems for firefighters? - A) In-line eductors. - B) Foam Nozzle eductors. - C) Self-Educting Master Stream Foam Nozzles. - D) Fog nozzles. -
B
111) Which of the following readings are not essential to a pump capacity test? - A) Engine oil pressure. - B) Pump discharge pressure. - C) Nozzle pressure (flow). - D) Engine tachometer. -
A
112) Using the FEMA Engine Typing Requirements, what would be the pump capacity of a Type I pumper? - A) 1000 gmp. - B) 500 gpm. - C) 120 gpm. - D) 70 gpm. -
A
113) Driver/operator Brian says that portable flowmeters should be placed between in-line gauges when - testing for friction loss coefficients. - Driver/Operator Bob says that portable flowmeters can be placed anywhere in the hoseline except between - the in-line gauges. - Who is correct? - A) Driver operator Brian. - B) Driver/operator Bob. - C) Both are correct. - D) Neither are correct. -
B
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 25 - 114) Which of the following pressures would typically NOT be used in a pump service test? - A) 250 psi (1700 Kpa). - B) 175 psi (1218 kPa). - C) 150 psi (1000 kPa). - D) 165 psi (1150 kPa). -
B
115) The amount of output pressure that a pump may develop is directly dependent on which of the - following? - A) The size of the impeller. - B) The size of the eye. - C) The volume of water the pump is discharging. - D) None of the above. -
C
116) The main disadvantage of connecting to a 2 1/2 inch outlet on a fire hydrant is it - - A) Limits the amount of water that can be supplied to the pumper. - B) Is a more time consuming process. - C) Reduces the amount of friction loss along the length of the intake line. - D) Limits you from utilizing the larger outlet. -
A
117) Taking into consideration the surrounding atmospheric pressure and friction loss in the intake hose, - every fire pump in good repair should have a dependable lift of at least - - A) 12 ft - B) 15.1 ft - C) 16.5 ft - D) 14.7 ft -
D
118) When solid streams are used as handlines they should be operated at which a the following nozzle - pressures? - A) 50 psi. - B) 60 psi. - C) 70 psi. - D) 80 psi. -
A
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 26 - 119) Which of the following criteria is INCORRECT in regards to gravity dumps being preferred over jet - dumps? - A) The apparatus using the Jet dump must be equipped with a fire pump. - B) Gravity dumps are easier to operate. - C) Gravity and jet dumps are equivalent in cost to install. - D) Jet dumps increase the cost of purchasing the apparatus. -
C
120) Which of the following hydrants would be more susceptible to sedimentation and deterioration? - A) Hydrants located on a dead-end street. - B) Hydrants located on a grid water main system. - C) Hydrants located on a “T” water main layout. - D) Hydrants located on a dead-end water main. -
D
121) Under what conditions should a firefighter working on ice wear a personal flotation device (PFD) ? - A) Area being breached is waist deep. - B) Area being beached is knee deep. - C) Area being breached is chest deep. - D) Regardless of the assumed water depth, all firefighters working in the close proximity to bodies of water - must wear personal flotation devices. -
D
122) There are practical limits to the velocity in which a stream of water can travel through hoseline. If the - velocity of the water increases beyond its limits, the friction within the hose becomes so great that the - entire stream is agitated by the resistance. This agitation causes a degree of turbulence called - - A) Critical velocity. - B) Critical mass. - C) Critical pressure. - D) Critical limit. -
A
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 27 - 123) When determining friction loss coefficients using in-line gauges, how far from the second gauge - should the nozzle be placed if you are testing hose in 100 foot lengths? - A) 50 feet. - B) 100 feet. - C) 150 feet. - D) 200 feet. -
B
124) Which of the following is not one of the main factors that influence a centrifugal fire pump’s - discharge pressure? - A) The amount of water being discharged. - B) The amount of air pressure built up in the pump. - C) The speed at which the impeller is turning. - D) The pressure of the water when it enters the pump from a pressurized source. -
B
125) Pumping apparatus with elevated water devices typically range in height from - - A) 10 to 15 feet. - B) 25 to 50 feet. - C) 50 to 75 feet. - D) 75 to 100 feet. -
C
126) In a study conducted by the Driver’s Reaction Course concluded that a siren sounding on a vehicle - traveling at 40 mph will project __ ahead of the vehicle. - A) 50 feet. - B) 100 feet. - C) 200 feet. - D) 300 feet. -
D
127) What is the maximum height to which water will be lifted when the intake gauge reads 16 inches of - mercury? - A) 15.82. - B) 18.08. - C) 14.69. - D) 16.95. -
B
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 28 - 128) Which of the following observers should be present during the acceptance test trials? - I. Representative from the purchasing fire department. - II. Representative of the manufacturer. - III. Representative from the organization that conducted the certification test. - A) I. only - B) I and II. - C) I. and III. - D) All of the above. -
B
129) What is the advantage to a Self-Educting Master Stream Foam nozzle over standard foam nozzle - eductors? - A) Pressure drop is usually 10% or less. - B) Reach of the foam stream is substantially greater. - C) The Driver/Operator does not have to be concerned with foam concentrate proportioning. - D) A and B. -
D
130) The transfer case is controlled by all of the following except - - A) Mechanical linkage. - B) Hand-held infrared remote controls. - C) Electronic or Hydraulic controls. - D) Air operated controls. -
B
131) In order to transition from a apparatus tank to an external water supply, how should the - Driver/operator operate the intake gate valve and the tank-to-pump transfer valve.? - A) Shut the transfer valve and then open the intake valve. - B) Slowly open the intake valve and then close the tank-to-pump valve. - C) Open the intake gate valve while simultaneously closing the tank-to-pump valve. - D) All of the above sequences may be used in different fireground circumstances. -
C
132) Which of the following is the correct formula for calculating ‘Net Pump Discharge Pressure’ ? - A) NPDP = PDP - Intake Reading - B) NPDP = PDP + Intake Reading - C) NPDP = PDP * (0.5) * Intake Reading. - D) NPDP = PDP + Intake Reading / 100 -
A
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 29 - 133) The height of a water supply above it’s discharge orifice divided by 2.304 is referred to as - - A) Head pressure. - B) Static pressure. - C) Residual Pressure. - D) Flow pressure. -
A
134) Which of the following would not be considered viable anchor points? - A) Hill tops. - B) Lakes, ponds, or streams. - C) Previously burned areas. - D) Roads. -
A
135) According to DOT approximately how many civilians are killed per year that are associated with - emergency vehicle collisions, while responding to or returning from emergency calls? - A) 10 - B) 25 - C) 45 - D) 55 -
B
136) According to NFPA 1901, the minimum pump capacity for aerial apparatus should be - - A) 150 gpm at 100 psi. - B) 150 gpm at 150 psi. - C) 250 gpm at 100 psi. - D) 250 gpm at 150 psi. -
D
137) When the apparatus is put into pump gear most apparatus registers the engine speed in road miles - per hour on the speedometer, while the pump is operating. In view of this, with the engine idling, and - the pump engaged, most speedometers should read between - - A) 0 mph. - B) 5 to 10 mph. - C) 10 to 15 mph. - D) 15 to 20 mph. -
C
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 30 - 138) Aerial devices with piped waterways are - - A) Treated in the same manner as other master stream devices by using a friction loss of 25 psi, that - includes the intake, internal piping, and the nozzle. - B) Treated as regular hoselines unless they exceed 350 feet in length. - C) Not calculated in any special manner, as long as the Driver/Operator also includes the elevation pressure - in his calculations. - D) Always calculated as the line that derives the highest friction loss in the hose assembly. -
A
139) All fire department pumpers are rated at a level of __ through __ of intake hose - A) 5 ,15 ft - B) 20, 30 ft - C) 10, 20 ft - D) 15, 25 ft -
C
140) There are a number of different water additives that have been developed for use as extinguishing - agents and for pretreating structures threatened by fires spreading towards them. These agents retain their - fire retarding properties longer than Class A foams and are known as - - A) Pre-foam. - B) Wetting agents. - C) Long-lasting agents. - D) Durable agents -
D
141) Which hydrant capacity method produces a number without the Operator having to engage in more - complex mathematical calculations? - A) Squaring the Line method. - B) Percent Drop Method. - C) First Digit Method. - D) Multiply by Two Method. -
C
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 31 - 142) How much water pressure is exerted per meter of elevation when pumping water through hoseline? - A) 1 kPa. - B) 3 kPa. - C) 5 kPa. - D) 10 kPa -
D
143) When apparatus is used in a mobile attack during wildland fires, hose lines - - A) Should not be deployed. - B) Should be kept as short as possible. - C) Should be stretched out as far as possible in order to attack the head of the fire while keeping the - apparatus a safe distance from direct exposure. - D) Should only be deployed to the flanks of the fire. -
B
144) Which of the following testing procedures would be appropriate for verifying the quality of an AFFF - foam? - A) Foam Concentrate Displacement Method. - B) Foam Solution Refractivity Testing. - C) Foam Concentrate Pump Discharge Volume Method. - D) Foam Solution Conductivity Testing. -
D
145) When backing up fire apparatus, which of the following would be considered the most desirable for - insuring the highest degree of safety? - A) One spotter using hand-signals to direct the driver/operator. - B) One spotter using a portable radio to communicate with the driver/operator. - C) Two spotters, one with a portable radio to communicate with the driver/operator and the other to assist - the first spotter. - D) Two spotters, both with portable radios to communicate with the driver/operator. -
C
146) Which of the following statements regarding a Hydrostatic Test are FALSE? - A) All apparatus pumps are tested hydrostatically at 250 psi (1,725 kPa). - B) Minimum length of the test is no more than two (2) minutes without a failure of any component of the - pump system. - C) All tank fill lines, tank-to-pump line, and by-pass lines must be closed for the duration of the - hydrostatic test. - D) All discharge valves should be opened but capped , while intake lines should be closed and capped. -
B
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 32 - 147) The highest priority at any wildland fire is - - A) Positioning the apparatus. - B) Attacking the fire at its head. - C) Attacking the fire at its heal. - D) Protecting exposures. -
D
148) It is best to keep apparatus fuel tanks - - A) Full at all times. - B) At least half full at all times. - C) At least three-quarters full at all times. - D) At least five-eights full at all times. -
C
149) All of the following equipment is used in conducting tests to determine friction loss coefficients - except - - A) Pitot tubes - B) Flowmeters - C) Two in-line gauges, preferably calibrated in increments of 50 kPa or less. - D) Refractometers -
D
150) A(n) __ consists of a short length of large diameter hose that has a large nozzle or large playpipe - supported at the discharge end by a tripod. - A) Deluge set. - B) Turret pipe. - C) Monitor. - D) Elevated master stream. -
A
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 33 - 151) Firefighter Chris says that fire boats are best suited to pump water through large master stream - devices. - Firefighter Jason says that fire boats are best suited for providing additional water for onshore fire fighting - operations. - Who is correct? - A) Firefighter Chris. - B) Firefighter Jason. - C) Both are correct. - D) Neither are correct. -
C
152) The construction of rotary-type pumps in use today can be identified by ALL but which of the - following - - A) Rotary gear construction. - B) Rotary vane construction. - C) Powered by either a small electric motor or through a clutch that extends off the apparatus drive shaft. - D) The most complicated of all fire apparatus pumps from the standpoint of design. -
D
153) Municipal fire apparatus generally have foam tanks that range from - - A) 20 to 100 gallons. - B) 100 to 250 gallons. - C) 250 to 500 gallons - D) In excess of 500 gallons. -
A
154) What is a “pump and roll” operation? - A) The initial setup at one location on the fireground. - B) Setting up at one location at the scene and then disengaging to set up at another location on the same - fireground. - C) Transporting water from a static source that is too far from the fireground to be accomplished by relay. - D) Operating the pump while the apparatus is in motion (fire cannon, bumper-mounted nozzles, etc.). -
D
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 34 - 155) Which NFPA Standard requires that the driver/operator be able to perform functional tests on foam - systems? - A) NFPA 1901 - B) NFPA 1910 - C) NFPA 1001 - D) NFPA 1002 -
D
156) How should a new piece of apparatus be washed? - A) With a pressure washer set to no more than 1500 psi. - B) Using a NFPA approved steam-cleaner. - C) Using a garden hose without a nozzle. - D) Using a garden hose with a combination garden-style nozzle. -
C
157) Some fire apparatus are equipped with electromagnetic braking systems that augment and work in - conjunction with the apparatus conventional service brakes. These systems can be programmed to - activate in all of the following situations except when the driver/operator - - A) Is driving the vehicle less than 2 miles/hour. - B) Removes his foot from the accelerator. - C) Steps on the brake pedal. - D) Uses a manual selector lever mounted on the steering column. -
A
158) What happens when the piston of a fire pump begins the return stroke? - A) The area in the cylinder behind the piston decreases and the pressure increases. - B) The area in the cylinder behind the piston increases and the pressure decreases. - C) The intake valve closes. - D) The pressure decreases creating a full vacuum. -
B
159) Which of the following methods of relay pumping involves flowing a predetermined volume of water - for the maximum distance it can be pumped through a particular hose lay? - A) Constant Pressure Relay Method. - B) Constant Flow Relay Method. - C) Maximum Flow Relay Method. - D) Maximum Distance Relay Method. -
D
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 35 - 160) What is the maximum height to which water will be lifted when the intake gauge reads 300 mm of - mercury? - A) 4.1 meters maximum lift - B) 3.4 meters maximum lift - C) 3.8 meters maximum lift - D) 4.4 meters maximum lift -
A
161) After setting out the hard intake hose and strainer into a pond for drafting, the pump cannot raise - water from the source and the intake compound gauge registers no vacuum readings. Which of the - following is NOT a likely source of the problem? - A) The master drain valve, governor and auxiliary cooler drain valves are not fully closed. - B) The intake relief valve is not fully closed or properly seated. - C) The booster line cooling valve is closed. - D) The suction intake hoses and strainer connections are not tight and are leaking air. -
C
162) A steering wheel with the diameter of 20 inches should have no more than a ‘play’ of - - A) 1 inch in either direction - B) 2 inches in either direction - C) 1 inch in both directions (1/2 inch in either direction) - D) 2 inches in both directions (1 inch in either direction) -
B
163) Switching from volume to pressure results in - - A) Doubling of the previous discharge pressure. - B) Increasing the previous discharge pressure by 50%. - C) Decreasing the previous discharge pressure by 50%. - D) Reducing the previous discharge pressure by almost 100%. -
A
164) All of the following statements regarding water are true except - - A) Water may react with certain fuels such as combustible metals. - B) Water has high levels of opacity and reflectivity that disallows radiant heat from passing through it. - C) Water readily conducts electricity. - D) The greater the surface area of the water, the more heat it can absorb. -
B
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 36 - 165) The two basic systems of proportioning foam concentrates are the __ Proportioning System and the - High-Energy Proportioning System. - A) Induction - B) Eduction - C) Pressurized - D) Low-Energy -
D
166) If the mercury manometer is threaded to the discharge side of the pump, what will be the resulting - reading? - A) The gauge will be ruined. - B) An accurate measurement of the gross pump vacuum. - C) An accurate reading of the difference between intake pressure and discharge pressure. - D) An accurate measurement of the net pump vacuum. -
A
167) Why is a rigid intake hosed used when drafting from a static water supply? - A) To protect the intake line from debris and objects in the waterbody or watercourse. - B) To further reduce friction loss in the intake hose. - C) To enable attachment of appliances such as strainers necessary for drafting from an open water supply. - D) To prevent the hose from collapsing from the effects of the pump vacuum. -
D
168) The primary components of a fire pump piping system includes all but which a the following? - A) Intake and discharge piping. - B) Pump drains. - C) Pump transfer case control. - D) Valves -
C
169) The amount of heat required to raise 1 lb of water 1 degree F is known as a - - A) Calorie - B) Joule - C) BTU - D) Kilocalorie -
C
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 37 - 170) Some fire departments choose to purchase and utilize hose that was designed to be used at higher - pressures than those specified by the NFPA minimums. If your fire department chooses to do this, - driver/operators should remember that this hose should be pumped at pressures that do not exceed __ of - the annual service test pressure. - A) 80% - B) 85% - C) 90% - D) 95% -
C
171) When executing the alley dock exercise what is the depth of the space the driver/operator must back - into without hitting the wall? - A) 12 feet. - B) 20 feet. - C) 40 feet. - D) 60 feet. -
B
172) In establishing a water shuttle pre-incident plan what factors should be considered? - A) The best fill site and dump site. - B) Desired route of travel for all shuttle apparatus. - C) Alternative fill sites. - D) All the above. -
D
173) According to a study conducted by the New York State Department of Health EMS Program, most - collisions involving emergency vehicles occurred on which of the following road surfaces? - A) Dry road. - B) Wet Road. - C) Snow/Ice. - D) Muddy road. -
A
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 38 - 174) For a apparatus pump with a rated capacity of 1500 gpm (5678 L/min) how many 6 inch ( 150 mm) - hoses are needed to perform a service pump test? - A) 1 - B) 2 - C) 3 - D) Maximum hose size for a 1500 gpm (5678 L/min) pump is a 5 inch (125 mm). -
B
175) What is the result of a fast rate in the bubble breakdown of a Class A foam? - A) Rapid wetting of the foamed area. - B) The foam blanket experiences a longer drain time. - C) The foam becomes rigid and exhibits increased clinging characteristics. - D) The smothering and insulating characteristics of the foam blanket are enhanced. -
A
176) You have cleared the hard intake hose strainer, insured that adequate water depth is above and below - the strainer, and still the vacuum pressure gauge is climbing. What could be the potential cause? - A) Blockage in the intake valve strainer. - B) Whirlpool conditions at the inlet to the hard intake hose. - C) Hard intake hose is draped over a high point, such as a fence or wall. - D) Engine coolant temperature is overheating. -
A
177) What actions can be taken in order to draft from a stream that has a depth of less than 2 feet ( 610 - mm)? - A) Excavate the streambed to achieve a 2-foot depth. - B) Deploy a low-level strainer. - C) Excavate the streambed to achieve a 4-5 foot depth. - D) Deploy a temporary dam to raise the water level in the streambed to 2-feet. -
D
178) Electronic governors have cavitation protection that returns the engine to idle anytime the intake - pressure drops below - - A) 20 psi. - B) 30 psi. - C) 40 psi. - D) 50 psi. -
B
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 39 - 179) The warm zone is commonly called any of the following except - - A) Staging zone - B) Yellow zone - C) Limited-access zone - D) Contamination reduction zone -
A
180) You are preparing to set up a foam application on a gasoline fire using an in-line foam eductor, a 1% - foam solution and an automatic fog nozzle with a flow rate of 200 gpm (800 L/min) . The target site is 2 - feet below the fire apparatus and approximately 300 feet - (91 m) from the apparatus. What is the maximum distance that you can lay a fire line between the eductor - and the fog nozzle? - A) 70 feet ( 21 m) - B) 128 feet (39 m) - C) 350 feet ( 107 m) - D) The distance recommended by the eductor manufacturer. -
D
181) The ‘Condensed Q’ formula was developed for fireground operations to determine friction loss from - which of the following size hoses? - (1) 1 inch booster (2) 1 1/2 inch (3) 2 1/2” (4) 3 inch (5) 4 inch (6) 5 inch - A) 1, 2. - B) 2, 4. - C) 1, 2, 3. - D) 4, 5, 6. -
D
182) If the foam nozzle flow rate is 250 gallons per minute (gpm) and a gasoline fire covers an area - approximately 2500 square feet, then the foam rate of application is equal to - - A) 0.10 gpm per square foot - B) 1.0 gpm per square foot - C) 10 gpm per square foot - D) 250 gpm per 100 square feet -
A
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 40 - 183) What is the elevation pressure (Metric) if a hoseline is to be laid out up a 50 meter hill? - A) 5 kPa. - B) 50 kPa. - C) 500 kPa. - D) 5000 kPa. -
C
184) Which of the following statements is FALSE? - A) The JRC proportions the foam solution mix to 66.5% and the Self-Educting Master Stream Nozzle - proportions the mixture down to 3%. - B) A JRC eliminates the need for matching the flow rates of the Self-Educting Master Stream nozzle and - the JRC. - C) The Jet Ratio Controller operates off the same fire pump that supplies water to the nozzle. - D) The JRC system operates on the same induction method (Venturi effect) as an In-line Eductor. -
B
185) At what point in drafting operations would one anticipate a whirlpool to form over the strainer? - A) When the pump is primed. - B) When the first discharge valve is opened. - C) When the pump nears maximum capacity. - D) When the pump has been operating at maximum capacity and additional hoses are charged. -
C
186) What position should the transfer valve in a two-stage pump be in for the 250 psi (1725 kPa) test? - A) “PRESSURE” - B) “PARALLEL” - C) “VOLUME” - D) Consult the pump certification information and select the transfer valve position used for the pump - certification test. -
A
187) Rotary gear pumps are susceptible to damage from normal wear from pumping water and to prevent - damage use __ or other soft metal in the gears. - A) Copper. - B) Lead. - C) Beryllium. - D) Bronze. -
D
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 41 - 188) When operating a single stage pumper from a pressure water source, the Pump Operator should - - A) Set the transfer valve to SERIES (PRESSURE). - B) Set the transfer valve to PARALLEL (VOLUME). - C) Set the transfer valve to PARALLEL (VOLUME) in the event that the apparatus will be used in a relay. - D) None of the above. -
D
189) High-pressure fog nozzles generally only flow - - A) 8 to 15 gpm. - B) 15 to 20 gpm. - C) 20 to 25 gpm. - D) 25 to 30 gpm. -
A
190) If a vacuum test is being conducted at an altitude of 2,000 feet above mean sea level, the priming - device should be run up until the test gauge shows how many inches (millimeters) of mercury ? - A) 22 inches (560 mm). - B) 24 inches (600 mm). - C) 20 inches (500 mm). - D) 0 inches. -
C
191) The intent of the pressure control tests is to - - A) Insure that the fire apparatus is capable of maintaining steady fire flows. - B) Insure that pressure control devices are operating properly on the apparatus. - C) Insure that the apparatus maintains discharge pressures consistent with the manufacturer’s certification - tests. - D) Insure that the apparatus pump is capable of attaining overload pressures for extreme field - circumstances. -
B
192) A(n) __ is mounted on the fire apparatus deck and is connected directly to the pump by permanent - pipe - A) Deluge set. - B) Turret pipe. - C) Monitor. - D) Elevated master stream. -
B
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 42 - 193) The confined space turnaround is performed in an area that is at least __ wide and __ long. - A) 35 feet, 35 feet. - B) 35 feet, 75 feet. - C) 50 feet, 75 feet. - D) 50 feet, 100 feet. -
D
194) A centrifugal pump consists of which TWO of the following parts? - A) An impeller and a casing. - B) An impeller and a set of vanes. - C) An impeller and a shroud. - D) An impeller and a hub. -
A
195) Which of the following are considered types of flowmeters? - A) Paddlewheel. - B) Spring probe. - C) Direct flow - D) A and B only -
D
196) Where packing rings come in contact with the fire pump shaft, heat will develop by friction against - the packing. To overcome this problem a spacer is supplied with the packing to provide cooling and - lubrication. This spacer is called a - - A) Lantern ring. - B) Heat Dissipating Ring (HDR) - C) Cooling ring. - D) Tolkien’s ring. -
A
197) What action by the Pump Operator can blow a fire hydrant out of the ground? - A) Partially opening/closing the hydrant so the drain hole erodes the structural base. - B) The rapid closing of a hydrant. - C) The addition of more attack lines beyond the capacity of the hydrant. - D) Cavitation of the apparatus pump. -
B
All Chapters - Knightlite Software 43 - 198) When there has been no pre-incident plan developed for a building, or the manufacturer’s - recommended pressure is not printed on the FDC plate, what pumping pressure should be introduced - into the FDC during a fire event? - A) 150 psi (1035 kPa). - B) 160 psi (1104 kPa). - C) 200 psi (1380 kPa). - D) 250 psi (1725 kPa). -
A
199) As a minimum, if a pumper is rated for a pump capacity of 750 gpm or greater, the pumper must be - equipped with at least - - A) One 2 1/2 discharge. - B) Two 2 1/2 discharges. - C) Three 2 1/2 discharges. - D) Four 2 1/2 discharges. -
B
200) Which of the following types of master streams is often referred to as the deck gun or deck pipe? - A) Monitor. - B) Turret pipe. - C) Deluge set. - D) Elevated master stream. -
B