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Total Force MWS Questions with Solutions 2024
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Exam of 8 pages for the course Mobile water supply at Mobile water supply (Total Force MWS)
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Total Force MWSDuring the vacuum service test, the system vacuum and pump priming device should
achieve a column of mercury of at least: - answer22 inches
Place the steps for Part II of the pressure control test un the correct order. - answer1.
Set the fire pump so that is discharging at a net pump discharge pressure of 150psi
2. Reduce the pumping engine throttle until the net pump discharge pressure drops to
90psi
3. Set the pressure control devices to maintain the discharge pressure at 90psi
4.Close the flowing valves one at a time
5. The pump discharge pressure should rise ni more than 30psi when all valves are
closed.
Most jurisdictions prefer to draft from a static water source during service testing
because it: - answerIs a true test of the pump's ability.
The purpose of the priming device test is to: - answer Evaluate how quickly the priming
device can create a vacuum to bring water through a pump to the discharge hose.
During the pre-service hydrostatic test, each pump is hydrostatically tested at a
minimum of: - answer500psi over the pumps designed maximum operating pressure for
ten minutes.
Match each type of MWS apparatus record to the element or activity that is being
inspected. - answerPump valves - Daily inspection record
Pump and Intake strainers - Weekly inspection record
Safety inspection records - Periodic inspection record
Oil filter changes - Fuel, oil and mileage record
When conducting a service test using a static water source, you must have __ feet of
hard suction hose for drafting. - answer20
Match each gauge to the appropriate label. - answer1. Engine oil pressure gauge
2. Pump overheat gauge
3. Engine Fuel gauge
4. Intake pressure gauge
Identify TWO correct statements about conducting a daily inspection of an MWS
apparatus equipped with a fire pump. - answer1. Operates the pump drive control.
2. Confirm that the foam tank level is full.
, Testing the discharge pressure gauge begins by: - answerDisconnecting all
preconnected hoselines and screwing all caps onto their discharges.
Identify TWO items that should be included on daily MWS apparatus records. -
answer1. Coolant levels.
2. Tire condition.
The key thing to remember when conducting and inspection of a MWS apparatus is to: -
answerBe systematic.
All of the following are important reasons for maintaining inspection documents on a
MWS apparatus EXCEPT: - answerVerifying that you are inspection the correct
apparatus.
It is recommended that fuel, oil, and mileage records be updated: - answerAs
determined by the jurisdiction.
During an MWS apparatus inspection, the lowest acceptable fuel gauge reading is: -
answerAt least 3/4 - full.
Allowing and MWS apparatus engine to idle over an extended period of time can lead to
all of the following EXCEPT: - answerEngine fatigue.
Identify THREE important reasons for knowing the dimensions of the MWS apparatus
you are driving. - answer1. So you don't hit any obstructions or obstacles.
2. So you know whether it can travel under a specific overpass.
3. So you are sure it will fit in a designated parking area.
Identify THREE things you should do when turning an MWS apparatus 180 degrees. -
answer1. Be aware of any obstructions in your line of travel.
2. Make sure you can see you spotter.
3. Use the side view mirrors on the MWS apparatus.
You should NEVER back a MWS apparatus: - answerIf you don't have at least one
spotter.
All of the following statements about driving an MWS apparatus through areas of
restricted horizontal and vertical clearances are true EXCEPT: - answerUse the
appropriate turn signal.
Identify the FOUR steps for passing through a straight section of a road or highway. -
answer1. Check for oncoming traffic
2. Maintain apparatus speed
3. Check the side view mirrors
4. Check the side streets or roads.
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