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AERIAL APPARATUS STUDY GUIDE 2 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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AERIAL APPARATUS STUDY GUIDE 2 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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Name: Score:135 Multiple choice questions
Definition 1 of 135
Which of the following statements is true with regard to elevated master streams?
There currently is not an nfpa or industry standard for backing fire apparatus.
The beam on the building side of the ladders is above and over the objective
Because waterway systems are elevated, they are protected from the effects of water
hammer.
Sudden movements of the fire stream from side to side should be avoided.
Definition 2 of 135
Being aware of all that is happening and is likely to happen ahead, at the sides, and to the rear
of the apparatus are techniques of _____ driving.
aggressive
careless
defensive
reckless
Definition 3 of 135
If an aerial apparatus is being operated as a quint, it is required to carry all the ladders listed
below as long as their total combined length is 85 feet, except:
two extension ladders
one single ladder
one combination ladder
rescue from the roof of a structure
,Definition 4 of 135
Always locate the feeder hose _____ of the aerial ladder.
at the back
in the center
on the left side
above the ladder
Definition 5 of 135
Specifications for aerial ladders and elevating platform fire apparatus are contained in:
NFPA 1901
Nfpa 1911
Nfpa 1002
Nfpa 1500
Definition 6 of 135
When deploying manual style stabilizers/outriggers, the jack must be lowered until the:
jack rests firmly on the jack pads
jack is halfway up
jack is tilted to the side
jack is fully extended
Definition 7 of 135
If a jurisdiction is above 2,000 feet elevation, a/an _____ test must be performed/documented
during the acceptance test of a quint apparatus.
engine overload
brake fluid inspection
tire pressure check
siren volume adjustment
,Definition 8 of 135
Hydraulic systems for aerial devices use relief valves to:
stop the aerial from attaining full stroke
drain water from the system
evacuate the aerial device
prevent damage due to over pressurization
Definition 9 of 135
_____ exempts driver/operators of emergency vehicles from having a CDL.
Local ordinances
U.S. Federal law
State regulations
International treaties
Definition 10 of 135
The road surfaced used during the performance testing of an apparatus should:
be flat, wet, and paved
simulate all types of conditions
drain water from the system
be flat, dry, and paved
Definition 11 of 135
Which of the following is a destructive aerial device testing procedure?
work
load
speed
overhead obstructions
, Definition 12 of 135
Using the Beaufort and Fujita Wind Scales to estimate wind speeds before raising an aerial
device, which of the following visible conditions would indicate wind speeds of 32 to 38 mph?
there currently is not an nfpa or industry standard for backing fire apparatus.
whole trees in motion; inconvenience felt walking against the wind
spotters should be positioned in the vision of the driver/operator, preferably in the left
rear view mirror.
loose connections; corrosion around the battery connections
Definition 13 of 135
Which of the following should be checked periodically for manufacturer's torque
specifications?
turntable bearing bolts
upwind side
counterbalance valve
valves
Definition 14 of 135
The _____ watches the system for added electrical loads that threaten to overload the system.
load monitor
fuel injector
tire pressure sensor
temperature gauge
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