Aerial State Exam Questions and Answers 100% Correct
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Aerial State Exam Questions and Answers 100% CorrectAerial State Exam Questions and Answers 100% CorrectAerial State Exam Questions and Answers 100% CorrectAerial State Exam Questions and Answers 100% Correct
Master stream nozzles are used on deck guns, portable monitors, and ladder pipes that f...
Aerial State Exam Questions and Answers
100% Correct
Master stream nozzles are used on deck guns, portable monitors, and ladder pipes that flow more
than __________ gpm - ANSWER-350
Smooth-bore nozzles on elevated prepped master streams are commonly rated at a nozzle pressure
of ______ psi - ANSWER-80
What is the formula for calculating nozzle reaction in a fog nozzle? - ANSWER-NR= 0.0505 x gpm x
SRnp
Each departments fire apparatus inspection forms should reflect the __________ of the fire
department and identify which items need to be checked - ANSWER-Policies
What is NFPA 1911? - ANSWER-Standard for the inspection, maintenance, testing, and retirement of
in-service automotive fire apparatus
How often should aerial devices be thoroughly tested? - ANSWER-Annually
As a part of the NFPA 1911 inspection, which three parts tests should be performed and timed? -
ANSWER-Full-lift, Extension, and 90-Degree Rotation
What should you follow in regards to the replacement of hydraulic filters, hydraulic fluid, and proper
lubricants? - ANSWER-Manufactures recommended maintenance schedule
What is the main component of the aerial device? - ANSWER-The hydraulic system that powers it
In 1991, what organization adopted a new standard on aerial apparatus that improved design and
load requirements of such apparatus? - ANSWER-National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
What is the NFPA standard for automotive fire apparatus? - ANSWER-NFPA 1901
, What are the 3 main types of aerial devices? - ANSWER-Straight ladders, aerial platforms, and
articulating platforms
To inspect the aerial system, the first thing you should check would be what? - ANSWER-The fluid
levels
How do you check the fluid levels for the aerial device? - ANSWER-Use a dip-stick or sight glass
Should the aerial stabilizers be in or out when testing the fluids for the aerial device? - ANSWER-In
What is the first step when performing an aerial inspection? - ANSWER-Place the fing wheel chocks,
and don't forget it
When performing an inspection test on the stabilizers, what are two things you should make sure
happen? - ANSWER-The stabilizers operate to their full range of motion and they operate smoothly
and evenly
What should you look for when inspecting cables? - ANSWER-Looseness, frays, broken strands, or
other signs of damage
(True or false) If the aerial stabilizers are not fully extended on one side of the apparatus, the aerial
device will still be able to operate on that side - ANSWER-FALSE, the aerial device will not be able to
operate on that side
Before checking the air supply system on the aerial device, what should you check to make sure? -
ANSWER-Make sure the air supply system is at full capacity
What is the name of the system that enables the driver operator to speak with a firefighter working
at the tip of the aerial device? - ANSWER-Communication system
What is the order of tactical priorities? - ANSWER-1. Rescue
2.Exposures
3.Confinement
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