PADO(2nd)-Chapter 3

Question 1

NFPA 1002 requires the driver/operator to have certain

______ skills.

Answer 1

preventative maintenance

Question 2

Maintenance:

Answer 2

keeping apparatus in a state of readiness

Question 3

Repair:

Answer 3

to restore or replace that which has become inoperable

Question 4

the purpose of preventative maintenance is to:

Answer 4

try and eliminate unexpected and catastrophic apparatus
failures that could put FFs and the public in mortal danger
and put property at risk

Question 5

NFPA 1071

Answer 5

Std. for Emergency Vehicle Technician PQs

Question 6

All driver/operators must be trained to use their

department’s ______.

Answer 6

record keeping system

Question 7

when cleaning an apparatus, take care not to _____.

Answer 7

strip away all necessary lubrication

Question 8

if apparatuses require wax, generally they should not be applied until the paint is at least ______.

Answer 8

6 months old

Question 9

the _____ or _____ method is a type of pretrip inspection

Answer 9

circle

walk-around

Question 10

the circle or walk-around pretrip starts at the ______

and works in a _____ pattern

Answer 10

driver’s door

clockwise

Question 11

3 things to look for when approaching an apparatus

Answer 11

excessive leaning
leaking fluids
obvious damage

Question 12

diesel exhaust is known to emit ______ which is

carcinogenic

Answer 12

benzene derivatives

Question 13

look for unusual accumulations of _____ on the wheels

Answer 13

brake dust

Question 14

trails of fluid on to the wheel or tire from the _____

are unacceptable

Answer 14

hub seals with axle gear oil

Question 15

Springs on each side of the vehicle should have

approximately the _____ of deflection.

Answer 15

same amount

Question 16

7 things to check for tire condition. in addition, check for
proper _____ and the condition of the _____.

Answer 16

tire condition (cupping, cracking, tread depth, gouging,
cuts, tread separation, penetrating objects)
inflation
valve stem

Question 17

all compartment doors should be opened to make sure
that compartment _____ are operating and to allow
for all _____ inside to be inspected.

Answer 17

lights

equipment

Question 18

remember to make sure that all ______ is on the vehicle

Answer 18

reflective striping

Question 19

all electrical switches should be _____ when starting

the apparatus

Answer 19

off

Question 20

the speedometer should be at or very near 0 when
parked, if not the gauge could be _____ or the truck
might be in _____.

Answer 20

defective

pump

Question 21

all gauges should operate withing the manufacturer’s

_____.

Answer 21

intended limits

Question 22

hearing protection must be worn when personnel are

exposed to noise levels in excess of _____.

Answer 22

90 dB

Question 23

load management systems are designed to:

Answer 23

prevent an overload of the vehicle’s electrical generation

system

Question 24

a _____ turns on various lights at specified intervals.

Answer 24

load sequencer

Question 25

the _____ watches the system for added electrical loads | that threaten to overload the system.

Answer 25

load monitor

Question 26

if an overload condition occurs, the load monitor will shut down _____ electrical equipment to prevent an overload. this is known as _____.

Answer 26

less important | load shedding

Question 27

free play:

Answer 27

the distance the clutch pedal must be pushed before the throw-out bearing actually contacts the clutch release fingers

Question 28

insufficient free play will cause the clutch to _____ and | will shorten the life of the _____.

Answer 28

slip, overheat, and wear out sooner | throw-out bearing

Question 29

excessive free play may result in the clutch not _____ | which can cause _____, _____, and _____.

Answer 29

releasing completely | harsh shifting, gear clash, damage to gear teeth

Question 30

steering wheel play should be no more than _____ | in either direction

Answer 30

10 degrees

Question 31

According to NFPA _____, new apparatus must be brought to a complete stop from 20mph in _____ on a dry, paved surface.

Answer 31

1901 | 35' or less

Question 32

the parking brake must hold the apparatus on a grade | up to _____.

Answer 32

20%

Question 33

If air brakes are on an apparatus, air pressure must build | up to a sufficient level for vehicle operations within ___.

Answer 33

60 seconds

Question 34

if air brakes are on an apparatus, air horns must not | be allowed to operate if the pressure goes below ____.

Answer 34

80 psi

Question 35

when testing the road brakes, drive at _____ then push the brake pedal firmly. the apparatus should stop in ____. when doing this, check for ______ and for _____.

Answer 35

5 mph 20' or less mushiness the vehicle pulling strong to one side

Question 36

the parking brake must also bring the vehicle to a stop | in _____ or less when traveling at _____.

Answer 36

20' | 5 mph

Question 37

automatic transmission fluid should be checked when the vehicle is ______.

Answer 37

running

Question 38

all fluid levels should be checked _____.

Answer 38

visually

Question 39

test your truck's _____ according to manufacturer's | instructions. know how to reset your truck!

Answer 39

emergency shutdown

Question 40

some vehicle's coolant reservoir has 2 marks. one for when the engine is ____ and the other for when the engine is _____.

Answer 40

hot | cold

Question 41

when checking fan blades, remember that some are | electronically activated and can _____ at any time.

Answer 41

start up

Question 42

for batteries that are unsealed, add _____ to cells in | which the electrolyte levels are low

Answer 42

distilled water

Question 43

some power steering reservoirs must be checked | when the engine is _____.

Answer 43

running and at normal operating temp.

Question 44

SAE

Answer 44

society of automotive engineers

Question 45

when using a grease gun, clean the _____ first. operate the pump handle only until _____ is felt otherwise you could damage rubber _____.

Answer 45

fitting resistance grease seals

Question 46

batteries produce explosive _____ when charged.

Answer 46

hydrogen gas

Question 47

the black (negative) cable should be attached to _____.

Answer 47

the vehicle frame

Question 48

checking and cleaning intake filters should be done ___.

Answer 48

weekly

Question 49

operate the pump primer with all gates closed _____.

Answer 49

weekly

Question 50

while pumping operate the ______ valve every _____.

Answer 50

week

Question 51

check _____ for excessive leaks every ____.

Answer 51

packing glands | week

Question 52

check the _____ for proper oil level and traces of ____ | every _____.

Answer 52

pump gear box water week

Question 53

test the accuracy of the foam proportioning system | every _____.

Answer 53

week