TB 133 - Traffic Signal Preemption System for Emergency Vehicles Flashcards
The LADOT ______ ________ ______ (FPS) will reduce fire response times and improve public safety when emergency vehicles are passing through intersections
Fire Preemption System
An indication that the system is working properly is that the “______ ______” indicator will flash in all four directions
DON’T WALK
Transponder is securely mounted ___ to ___ inches above the ground in front bumper of apparatus to trip loops
12 to18
Apparatus must hit at least __ loops (street lights), to activate priority system.
2
Transponders are rig specific, identified by shop number, which trips FPS software whenever __________ lights/Master switch is activated.
emergency
Apparatus must not ________ posted speed limit. It will defeat software and red lights will be encountered
exceed
Maintenance - transponder should be checked on _______ morning for mounting and wire status.
Monday
DRIVERS MUST MAINTAIN AWARENESS OF POSSIBLE __________ BY CIVILIANS.
CONFUSION