Volume D PTQ 1 Flashcards
To maintain a class B FF restricted driver license a health questionnaire (DL– 546) must be submitted to the DMV every______ years and the employee must successfully pass a__________ and any other DMV required written examination every_______ year’s
2
Hazardous material
4
When viewing the front of the drivers license it should read as follows
- REST_____: class be restricted to operating firefighting equipment only
- it could also read REST____: customize restriction on file– Contact DMV
80
50
The instructional permit is good for____ years from the date of issue
One
Driver/Operator training is mandatory and a minimum of_______ hours per year shall be completed
12 hours
Probationary fire fighters shall receive________ hours training on driving, and vehicle operation during their first_________ months of probation and obtain their non-commercial B restricted license
28
10
All firefighter specialist and driver/operators of firefighting equipment shall receive one, _______ hour program on driving skills, techniques, maintenance, operation of pumps, and aerials
40 hour
Probationary firefighters shall not drive any vehicle nor operate in the tiller position during a code R response
Answer in statement
Probationary firefighters shall not train in or operate in the”Teller position” without direct supervision of a_________ qualified LACoFD employee possessing a noncommercial class B, Or higher, Drivers license
Non-probationary
No motor vehicle, except and authorized emergency vehicle, shall follow within______ feet or any authorized emergency vehicle being operated under the provisions
300 feet
No motor vehicle shall be operated within the block where in an emergency situation responded to by any fire department vehicle exist, Except that in the event the nearest intersection to the emergency is more than______ feet therefrom
300 feet
Upon the immediate approach of an authorized emergency vehicle which is sounding a siren and which has at least one lighted lamp exhibiting red light that is visible from a distance of_____ feet, the surrounding traffic shall yield the right-of-way
1000 feet
No person shall stop or park within_____ feet of the driveway entrance to a fire station
15 feet
Every authorized emergency vehicle shall be equipped with at least one steady burning red warning lamp visible from at least_______ feet to the front of the vehicle to be used as provided in this code
1000 feet
A pre trip inspection should be completed in____to____ minutes and done without the use of special tools or creepers
15
to
20
Slack adjusters should move less than_____ when brakes are applied
2 inches
Air leaks in excess of_______ pounds per hour shall be reported immediately to the area or duty mechanic
120
Test low pressure warning signal: the low air pressure warning signal must come on between_____to________ PSI
55
75
What AL form shall be maintained in the apparatus log book or station apparatus file for one year
AL 7-Mileage record
AL 8-Fuel and oil record
The following “ AL” forms comprise the apparatus logbook
AL-2 assignment record AL–3 apparatus information record AL–5 repair record AL–6A apparatus daily checklist AL–6B apparatus/Equipment daily check AL-7 mileage record AL-8 fuel and oil AL-9A lubrication record AL–9B Aerial lubrication record AL–10 battery record AL-11 tire record
Transfer of reserve apparatus between fire stations require a complete check of all equipment by both the station releasing the apparatus and the station receiving the apparatus. Proper notification of findings shall be entered on the________ form 253 and in the apparatus logbook accompanying the reserve apparatus
Minimum apparatus inventory– Reserve engine
Engine oil should be checked
Daily
Daily: Radiator coolant system may lose_____to_____ quarts of cooling due to expansion
2
to
4
Series parallel valve shall be maintained in the______ position. All other valves shall be maintained in the closed position
Pressure
The air system with the reservoirs empty should build up 60 pounds of air at 1200 RPM in approximately_______
45 seconds
How often shall priming pump be operated and oil level in reservoir check
Weekly
How often shout aerials and elevated platforms be raised, extended to full height, and rotated 360°
Weekly
Radiator fins shall be cleaned by the use of compressed air from back to front_________. Radiator fins so also be cleaned after every brush response
Monthly
Pressure test from the hydrant to pump through discharge gates shall be conducted how often
Quarterly
The strain, weight, or pressure on bushings shall be relieved when lubricating if possible by jacking up wheels, releasing the brakes, or moving the part being lubricated
Answer in statement
Engine oil and filter shall be changed every_______ months or______ Miles on pumpers, aerials, and elevated platforms
6
6000
When checking the oil on most units, accurate dipstick readings cannot be obtained until the engine has been shutdown at least_____ minutes
30
Every______ days or______ rode miles and after each cleaning with solvent, Or any agent under pressure or operation in rain flooded or extremely dusty conditions all pumpers, reserve pumpers, Aerials, And elevated platforms shall have the chassis lubricated
60
1000
Hose reel swivel ( Chicksan) lubricate with chassis lube until Grease is visible but not more than_____ strokes with handgun ( 1/2 oz.). Hose real drivetrain shall be lubricated with chain lube and the excess wiped off ( every 60 days )
5 strokes
Check the oil in centrifugal road pumps. Drain and fill to level plug with SAE–______ synthetic gear oil ( monthly)
50
Inspect the hydraulic brake fluid reservoir. The correct level is_____ from the top (monthly)
1/4”
Task force tip nozzles shall be flushed and cleaned of all class A phone after each use and lubricate with________( daily)
Brake Free
The hydraulic oil in aerial ladder trucks is to be changed how often
3
years
The turntable rotation ring gear shall be lubricated with chassis lube applied with a brush every______ month
6
When shall the turntable center pin be lubricated
Weekly and after each use
For all fire department vehicles involved in accidents, regardless of fault, a county of Los Angeles report of vehicle accident or incident form shall be ( form (76V54A) completed, Signed by a supervisor, and sent to the_________ within______ hours
Safety officer
24
In addition, to the accident report, the vehicle must be taken to the Eastern Avenue fire shops for photos of damage and to obtain a repair estimate within______ days of the accident or incident
15
On pumping apparatus_____of_______ hose, a_____ nozzle, the suction caps, and a full tank of water shall be on the apparatus when it is sent to the shops
50 feet
1”
1”
A written estimate and pictures must be taken within_____ working days of the accident
5 days
The defensive driver is one who (3 )
- Drives in a manner to avoid accidents
- makes allowances for the deficiencies or mistakes of other driver
- drives with due regard for the Road, weather, traffic conditions and the characteristics of the vehicle they are driving
The key to accident avoidance and evasive maneuvers is the driver’s ability to (3)
- recognize a hazardous situation
- formulate a defense
- back in time to avoid the accident
To be a defensive driver looked ahead,_____ block in the city and_______ mile on the highway
1
1/4
Dim your lights within_______ feet of an oncoming vehicle and when following another vehicle within____ feet. Headlights should be on low beam when driving in fog
500
300
Use high beams unless you are within_____ feet of an approaching vehicle or are following another vehicle within_____ feet
500
300
The vehicle code requires that you signal at least the last_____ feet prior to your change
100
Turn signals: Use your turn signals, there are three good rules for using turn signals
- Signal early
- Signal continuously
- cancel your signal
The best way to make sure other drivers see you, and understand your intentions is______
Eye to eye contact
________ poses the greatest potential for conflict and collision in routine driving
Intersections
The most frequent cause of accidents of trucks and buses is following too closely. To maintain a safe following distance use the_______
4 Second rule
When turning you need to use one of the approved methods:__________ or__________. Regardless of which steer a method you use, your hands should be at the 9 and 3 o’clock position
Hand shuffle method
Hand over hand method
Backing alone: make your________, Making certain that your maneuver can be made safely
Circle of safety
Empty trucks require greater stopping distance because an empty vehicle has less traction
Answer in statement
Legal distance from the curb ( within____ inches)
18 inches
If pointing downhill, turn your front wheel as far as possible_______ the curb and allow your vehicle to roll slowly forward until it is held by the curb
Toward
Securing your vehicle; while your engine is still running, Shift your standard transmission into the lowest gear of the uphill direction. If pointing downhill, Use_______
Reverse
Use of flares or reflective triangles: two lane or undivided highway. Place one flare_____ in front of vehicle and one flare_______ feet behind vehicle. Make their flair should be 100 feet behind the rear flare
100 feet
10 feet
Use of flares or reflective triangles: on a 1way Divided Hwy. Place one flayer 10 feet behind vehicle. One flare 100 feet behind the first flare. The third flair should be behind the second by_____
200 feet
Controlled braking: If your decision is to stop your vehicle to avoid collision or up structuring, apply the brakes as____ as you can without______ the wheels, And keep steering movements very small
Hard
Locking
With hydraulic brakes, the brakes work immediately
Answer in statement
Airbrakes take time ( up to_______ Seconds) for air to flow through the lines of the air brake system to the brakes
1/2 Second
The perception time for an alert driver is about______ of a second. At 55 mph you travel about______ feet in 3/4 of a second
3/4
60
Total stopping distance. At 55 mph your vehicle will travel over______ feet
300 Perception= 60 feet Reaction= 60 feet Brake lag= 32 feet Effective braking distance= 170 feet Total stopping distance= 322
Front wheel skids: in a front will skid the vehicle tends to go in a straight line, no matter how much you turn the steering wheel. The only way to stop a front wheel skid is to let the vehicle_______, Stop turning or breaking so hard.
Slow down
The crash priority system consist of (3)
- the first priority is life
- the second priority is injury
- the last priority is the vehicle itself
Light bars and warning lights to comply with CVC section 21806 emergency vehicle has at least one lighted lamp exhibiting red light that is visible from a distance of_______ feet
1000 feet
Water tenders and transports show not be operated as emergency vehicles, unless required to(3)
- merge or move into the flow of traffic
- bypass congested traffic caused by the emergency incident
- As soon as the traffic impediment is cleared, the water tender shall resume routine, non-emergency operation
Clutch operations: Push the panel downward. Feel how far it trials before encountering resistance. This distance is usually_______ inches and is known as______
1 1/2 inches
Clutch free play
The clutch brake is engaged at the bottom of the clutch pedal travel (_______ to________ from the floor)
3/4”
to
1”
Coasting out of gear: Damage care result due to the excessive speed of the_______
Clutch disk
Using the clutch will give you about______ RPM leeway without the probability of gear damage
100
Do_____ other breaking while in a straight line before the curve. Shift in to the proper gear before the curve/corner so that you can accelerate out of the curve/corner
90%
Column break: The column break is a break valve attached to the steering column under the steering wheel. This valve controls the______ brakes at the rear only
Service
Apply column break not over______ PSI
30
The maximum operating temperature for our diesel engines is_______ degrees. Pumper’s can use the auxiliary engine cooler, and if needed a hose line in the front of the radiator to cool the engine. Use light fog.
205
Rotating the battery switch while the engine is running can damage the____ and______.
Radios
Lights
Diesel engine shutdown: Before shutting off the engine let it idle____ to_____ minutes
3
To
5
Automatic transmission: if you see high temperature on the gauge 285 to 300°, Reduced speed first. If temperature does not drop under 285 you must stop vehicle and fast idle at______ RPM to cool transmission
1200
Members of the LACoFD who have a minimum_____ months permanent assignment and maintain a class_____ license will be eligible for Tillert training
6
BR
When arriving at a structure fire in a single-family dwelling, The ladder bay must remain clear. Normally the engineer will pull past the fire on the_______ Side of the street
Opposite
Tactical positioning of a truck or Quint is the responsibility of the_________ in charge
Company officer
Optimum climbing angle=_____ degrees
70
Aerial ladder:The training curriculum will consist of a_______ hour training course divided into three consecutive_____ hour training days
24
8
The engineer and tiller operator will be scored as a team and must score a minimum______ efficiency
80%
Drivers may never drink while on duty and nor consume any intoxicating beverage, Regardless of its alcohol content, Within_____ hours before going on-duty
4
It is illegal to drive a commercial motor vehicle such as a fire apparatus with a blood alcohol concentration that is____ or greater. However, A (BAC ) below_____ does not mean that is safe or legal to drive
.04%
.04
To avoid being under the influence while on duty, members are advised not to drink at least____ hours prior to starting work
12
Stock vehicles: Make no attempt to move it by pulling or towing with other equipment. The vehicle operators shall notify__________. Command and control shall notify the necessary personnel to remove the vehicle
Fire command and control
Water tenders shall not respond code R unless authorized by ( 3)
- IC
- chief officer
- FCCF
If a department vehicle is to be driven on county business in nearby counties outside of the area served by the department for more than one day or overnight, written notice listing the drivers name, vehicle number, dates and destination, shall be submitted to and approved, through channels, by the employees_______ on the behalf of the fire chief
Deputy chief
The County of Los Angeles for department operates two buses
- Fire bus #1, Motor coach industry bus, 47 passenger capacity
- Fire bus #2, Blue bird bus, 37 passenger capacity
Department bus drivers shall have a current class B or B/R drivers license with passenger endorsement. Drivers of all department buses must be certified by the training services section’s_______
Bus driver coordinator
Reservations for use of the department buses will be made to the training services section_______. Reservations must be made at least one week in advance.
Bus driver coordinator
Whenever and understaffed patrol is placed into service, it is never separated from its engine without the approval of the________ board the incident commander. Understaffed patrols can become staffed patrols by assigning an additional FF to the engine
Jurisdictional BC
Unstaffed patrols: An unstaffed patrol shall not be separated from its engine or be used as a single resource on any incident without the approval of the______ or the_______.
Jurisdictional BC
IC
Captains of user stations shall immediately report to______ any change of location or status of reserve vehicles to the assignment station
Battalion headquarters
Any change of an assignment station or permanent relocation of reserve vehicles shall be immediately reported by memo to (4 )
- operations bureau
- fire fleet services division ( support services Bureau)
- command and control dispatch ( special ops bureau)
- manual revisions office
