FSVO State Test/102 Questions with
Solutions
Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications - -
NFPA 1002
-Standard for a Fire and Emergency Service Vehicle Operations Training
Program - -NFPA 1451
-What is designed to supplement the service brakes and that aid braking by
using the engine's own systems to slow it down? - -Auxiliary brakes
-What are the sensors mounted on each wheel to control brake application
in event of a sudden or emergent stop called? - -Antilock braking system
(ABS)
-What is designed to assist the driver by maintaining the straight orientation
of the vehicle in effort to prevent rollover? - -Electronic Stability Control
(ESC)
-What is the most important safety measure during the backup process? - -
Having a spotter
-What was/is the 2nd leading cause of death in firefighter fatalities? - -
Injuries sustained while responding to/returning from a call
-What NFPA states that it is the driver/operator's responsibility to ensure
that passenger restraints are used on each call? - -NFPA 1002
-What is the care exercised by a reasonably prudent person under the same
conditions? - -Due regard
-To be the driver of a pumper, a FF would need to be proficient in which
NFPA chapters? - -4 & 5
-What NFPA requires that all drivers/operators are reauthorized annually for
the vehicles that they operate? - -NFPA 1451
-What consists of the engine, frame, and all other essential
structural/mechanical parts? - -Chassis
-What is designed to hold the apparatus, when loaded to its maximum in-
service weight, on a 10% grade w/ transmission in neutral and parking brake
released? - -Wheel chocks
, -What instrument gives indication of the electrical condition of the battery
and indicates the amount of amperage being drawn from the battery? - -
Voltmeter
-What instrument is used for measuring rotational speed, defined as
revolutions per minute (rpm)? - -Tachometer
-What is the minimum tire tread depth on turning axle tires? - -4/32" (and
2/32" on non-turning axle tires)
-What piece of U.S. currency can be an effective tool when inspecting an
apparatus? - -Quarter
-When checking oil levels, how long should you wait after shutting off the
engine? - -15 minutes
-Why do new apparatus (newer than 2010) have an additional tank of diesel
exhaust fluid (DEF)? - -Meet the new emission requirements
-If engine doesn't start within ___ seconds, release the starter switch, and
allow the motor to cool for ___ minutes before trying again. - -30 & 2
-The low air pressure warning alarm will activate when the pressure falls
below ___ psi. - -60
-Whenever possible, allow the engine to warm up for ___ minutes. - -3-5
-When pulling out of the station, do not exceed speeds over ___ mph. - -5
-The parking brake is required, by NFPA 1901, to hold the apparatus on at
least a ___% grade. - -20
-What should be the first step in your 360º inspection? - -Open the
apparatus bay door completely
-What is the area in which the confined-space turnaround is performed in? -
-50' x 100'
-Where should the spotter be located when backing up an apparatus? - -
Drivers side by the rear bumper
-What is the last step in shutting down/securing an apparatus? - -Replacing,
cleaning, and repairing any used equipment
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