Aerial Apparatus pt. 3

Question 1

In a hydraulic system, the medium used to transmit force is:

Answer 1

hydraulic fluid

Question 2

If an apparatus begins to skid, you should:

Answer 2

turn the apparatus steering wheel so the front wheels face the direction of the skid.

Question 3

The lower cord of an aerial ladder to which the rungs, trussing, and other portions of an aerial ladder are attached is the:

Answer 3

base rail.

Question 4

The use of warning devices:

Answer 4

negates some traffic laws.

Question 5

What are two primary areas of concern and focus on articulating platforms?

Answer 5

Articulating elbow/working end

Question 6

NFPA 1901 establishes minimum requirements for forcible entry that specifically includes:

Answer 6

pickhead axes

Question 7

One way to effect a blitz attack with an elevated master stream is to try to deflect water off the _______ of the fire room.

Answer 7

ceiling

Question 8

When parked on a ________ grade, do not extend or retract the aerial device over the side of the apparatus.

Answer 8

longitudinal

Question 9

A double-acting hydraulic cylinder is different from a standard hydraulic cylinder because it:

Answer 9

is capable of receiving pressurized oil from both sides of the piston.

Question 10

Which establish requirements for seat belts on fire apparatus?

Answer 10

NFPA 1901 & NFPA 1500

Question 11

Minimum qualifications for fire apparatus driver/operators are set by:

Answer 11

NFPA 1002

Question 12

The transition from the water tank to an external water supply:

Answer 12

must be made without disrupting the fire attack.

Question 13

Which is true with regard to using the inter-axle differential lock on vehicles so equipped?

Answer 13

Always unlock the inter-axle differential lock switch again when road conditions improve.

Question 14

If the foam concentrate inlet to the eductor is too high:

Answer 14

foam may not be inducted

Question 15

The purpose of using a spotter is to assist:

Answer 15

the driver by observing the area in the blind spot.

Question 16

What is the first step for retracting the stabilizers?

Answer 16

Remove the safety pins from the jacks.

Question 17

______ tests include manufacturer’s tests, aerial device certification tests, and acceptance tests.

Answer 17

Preservice

Question 18

Approximately ____ psi should be added to the desired engine pressure for each floor above the standpipe connection.

Answer 18

5

Question 19

Jackknifing occurs when the trailer and cab are:

Answer 19

LESS than a 90 degree to one another while in motion or static.

Question 20

When more than one emergency vehicle are responding along the same route, units should travel at least ______ feet apart.

Answer 20

300 - 500

Question 21

Prior to changing from tank water to an external source:

Answer 21

make sure all air is bled from the intake.

Question 22

You are responding to an emergency in the center lane when the vehicle ahead stops. Which evasive tactic should be employed?

Answer 22

Brake to reduce speed as you pass on the left side.

Question 23

The two (2) types of position grades on which you may find yourself setting up are:

Answer 23

longitudinal and lateral.

Question 24

Which statement must be observed when using foam?

Answer 24

The eductor must control the pressure through the system.

Question 25

When moving victims down aerial ladders:

Answer 25

infants and small children may be cradled down.

Question 26

The use of auxiliary hydraulic pumps on aerial devices should be limited to:

Answer 26

bedding the aerial device after the main system failure occurs.

Question 27

When operating an aerial platform to a window for the purpose of rescue, the aerial platform may be placed with the:

Answer 27

top rail of the platform even with the window sill.

Question 28

A disadvantage of having inverters is:

Answer 28

limited mobility from the vehicle.

Question 29

When operating an aerial ladder to a window for the purpose of rescue, the aerial ladder tip should be placed with the first rung:

Answer 29

even with the window sill.

Question 30

Most manufacturers recommend that the ____ stabilizers be lowered first when operating on a slope.

Answer 30

UPHILL

Question 31

The _______ is the most basic type of portable foam proportioner.

Answer 31

in-line eductor

Question 32

The tractor-trailer apparatus/tiller should never be positioned with the tractor and trailer at an angle:

Answer 32

GREATER than 90 degrees

Question 33

In an auxiliary cooling system, heat is transferred from the engine coolant to the:

Answer 33

radiator.

Question 34

If you violate state, local, or department driving regulations and are involved in an accident, you may be subject to:

Answer 34

civil prosecution.

Question 35

The angle formed by level ground and a line from the point where the REAR tires touch the ground to the bottom of the frame at the wheel base MIDPOINT is the:

Answer 35

Breakover Angle.

Question 36

When stabilizing tractor-trailer aerial apparatus/tiller, maximum stability occurs when the angle of the tractor is _____ degrees from the centerline of the trailer, and the aerial ladder is operated toward the outside of the angle.

Answer 36

60

Question 37

When washing a fire department apparatus, water should be applied with a:

Answer 37

garden hose that does not have a nozzle attached.

Question 38

The manufacturer's manual will _______ the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) number for the engine oil.

Answer 38

recommend

Question 39

The top cord of an aerial ladder to which the opposite ends of the trussing are attached is the:

Answer 39

handrail.

Question 40

The correct order of operation for any telescoping aerial device is:

Answer 40

Elevate, Rotate, Extend, Lower

Question 41

Which is true with regard to backing fire apparatus?

Answer 41

Two spotters are preferable to one spotter

Question 42

When elevated master streams are used for a blitz attack, you should continue to flow water until:

Answer 42

fire is darkened down.

Question 43

Heavy weight carried on most fire apparatus can contribute to _______ due to excessive weight transfer.

Answer 43

skidding

Question 44

To select the proper lubricant, primary consideration must be given to the:

Answer 44

manufacturer's recommendations.

Question 45

Which statement regarding vehicle-mounted generators is true?

Answer 45

They usually have a larger capacity than portable units.

Question 46

The servicing of air filters should be carried out:

Answer 46

as required by the manufacturer.

Question 47

Many traffic accidents involving apparatus are caused by the operator:

Answer 47

focusing too much on the traffic in front of the apparatus.

Question 48

Which is basically a two-part device?

Answer 48

Box Stabilizers