IL OSFM FAE (Section IX Pump Tests) Questions Solved Correctly.

IL OSFM FAE (Section IX Pump Tests)
Questions Solved Correctly.
1. Certification test

a. Performed by a third party testing agency (eg. UL or Factory Mutual) for the manufacturer upon
assembly of fire apparatus but prior to delivery.

b. Test conditions

i. At a draft

ii. Through 20 feet of hard suction

iii. Up to10 feet of maximum lift

c. 3 Hour 10 minute pump test

i. 100% rated capacity at 150 psi for 2 hours.

ii. 70% rated capacity at 200 psi for ½ hour

iii. 50% rated capacity at 250 psi for ½ hour

iv. 100% rated capacity at 165 psi for 10 - Answer Identify procedures for pumper certification tests
which must be conducted to achieve certification.

(OSFM 11-9.1; NFPA 1002 5.1.1, NFPA 1901 16.12, NFPA 1911 5.3)



1. Acceptance test/ delivery test

a. Performed by purchasing agency

b. Test conditions

i. Fully loaded apparatus with full compliment of equipment that will be carried.

ii. Full compliment of hose

iii. Equivalent manpower weight (200 lbs. Per seat)

iv. Full water tank

v. Road or street conditions

c. Road test

i. Acceleration test

1. From a stop the apparatus shall attain a speed of 35 mph within 25 seconds on a level road.