Flashcards in Chapter 1 The Driver/Operator Deck (14):
1
What is NOT a responsibility of the fire apparatus driver/operator?
Detailed maintenance procedures
2
All driver/operators are required to meet NFPA® ___, Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications.
1002
3
What is NOT a basis for promotion to driver/operator?
Age and current position
4
Some states or provinces may exempt emergency vehicles from certain traffic laws or statutes.
True
5
In the United States, what government authority establishes the basic requirements for licensing of drivers?
Department of Transportation
6
In general, to what vehicular statutes, laws, and ordinances is the driver/operator subject?
All statutes, laws, and ordinances that govern any vehicle operator
7
Which of the following is an activity that a driver/operator is NOT ordinarily expected to perform at a fire scene?
Using a chainsaw for ventilation
8
Special requirements for licensing drivers of trucks and other large vehicles are determined by the federal Department of Transportation.
False
9
Which NFPA® standard requires that driver/operators be subjected to a periodic medical evaluation?
1500
10
What does NFPA® 1582 require as the corrected far visual acuity for a firefighter with contact lenses or spectacles?
20/40
11
List the NFPA® standards that set qualifications for fire apparatus driver/operators.
NFPA® 1002, Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications
NFPA® 1001, Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications (for Fire Fighter I)
11
Driver/Operators are most often promoted from the rank of?
Firefighter
12
Which NFPA® standard gives direction for establishing a driver/operator training program?
1451
12