FSVO Il State Exam |Questions Solved
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When an apparatus driver is faced with a situation requiring evasive tactics, the driver
should attempt to pass the overtaken vehicle on: - Ans the left side
The purpose of the confined space turnaround is to simulate: - Ans reversing the direction
of travel of a vehicle in a narrow street
The purpose of the diminishing clearance driving skill is to measure a drivers ability to: -
Ans steer apparatus in a straight line
To effectively judge the ability of a vehicle to pass through areas of restricted horizontal and
vertical openings, the operator must know: - Ans vehicle dimensions
In emergency incidents that occur near railroad tracks, the driver should - Ans park the
apparatus on the same side of the tracks as the incident
In case of an evasive maneuver, the apparatus driver should: - Ans always leave an out
Proper apparatus maintenance includes visually checking the tank water level: - Ans daily
The changeover/transfer valve on a two-stage pump should be checked for proper operation:
- Ans weekly
, How often should apparatus brakes be thoroughly tested? - Ans annually
Which NFPA standard specifies methods for brake tests? - Ans NFPA 1911
What is the importance of tire pressure in a fire apparatus? - Ans When the proper inflation
pressure is used, the tire flexes less, generating less damaging heat and providing a much
more stable vehicle. Additionally, operating apparatus with properly inflated tires contributes
significantly to fuel savings
Stopping distance - Ans The distance it takes for you to recognize the hazard, process the need
to stop, apply the brakes, and come to a complete stop.
Reaction distance - Ans The distance the fire apparatus ravels after you recognize the hazard,
remove your foot from the accelerator, and apply the brakes.
Braking distance - Ans The distance the fire apparatus travels from the time that the brakes
are activated until the fire apparatus makes a complete stop.
Ungaurded railroad crossing - Ans Come to a complete stop, turn off sirens and roll
down windows; operate apparatus on idle, and listen for the sound of an oncoming train
Intersections with railroad crossbars - Ans Never proceed between the crossbars in an
attempt to continue the response
Fuel guage - Ans Fuel tanks should never drop below the halfway level
Voltmeter - Ans Measures the voltage across the battery terminals and gives an indication
of the electrical condition of the battery
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