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What indicates that the push-to-talk button is pressed?

A

Radio red LED light is on

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How do you reset the emergency button?

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Hold for three seconds

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What are Sentry visual brake stroke indicators?

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Devices that provide a quick and easy way to visually inspect brake stroke

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What should you do if visual stroke indicators are outside of the normal range?

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Verify measurement with a ruler or tape measure for accuracy

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What type of engine brakes are found in the front and rear?

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Bendix in the front and Meritor in the rear

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What is the height definition of a high-rise building?

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any building having floors used for human occupancy, which is more than 75 feet above the lowest level of fire district access

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What does the high-rise policy dictate about the first engine’s actions?

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The first engine does not go to FDC; the third engine goes to FDC

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What indicates an out-of-service (OOS) condition for an engine?

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If Red steady light 1000 feet is out, OOS

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What does it mean to drive with due regard?

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Drive with caution and consideration for safety

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When must a vehicle accident be reported?

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Within 24 hours

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What is the protocol for a vehicle fire on the freeway?

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Protect engineer, pump facing away from oncoming traffic

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If slack adjusters are more than _____ then brakes are out of service?

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1/4 “ difference or more than 2 1/4” throw

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How should slack adjusters measure?

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Within 1/4” of each other

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What is the first action after off-road driving?

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360 around vehicle to look for damage

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How often should slack adjusters be checked?

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First day of each shift cycle

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How often is a COLA performed?

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Every day

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What is the acceptable steering wheel play?

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5-10 degrees, two inches

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What is the preferred way to check transmission fluid?

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Check with in-cab selector

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What is the temperature range to check transmission fluid?

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100-250 degrees

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What is the normal water temperature gauge range?

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190-220 degrees

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What is the minimum tread depth for steering tires?

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4/32 inches

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What is the minimum tread depth for non-steering tires?

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2/32 inches

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When should headlights be turned on?

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When responding to calls, always.

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What does voltage less than 12 indicate with the engine off?

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May indicate a battery voltage problem

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What does voltage higher than 14.2 with the engine running indicate?
May be indicative of a defective alternator
26
What is the low air pressure alarm range?
55-75 PSI
27
At what PSI does the parking brake set?
20-45 PSI, no less than 20 psi
28
How far should an aerial be kept from power lines?
10 feet, 50 feet high voltage per DMV
29
What should the applied brake not drop more than?
3 PSI
30
What is the clearance requirement for drafting?
24" around strainer in all directions
31
What day of the week are weekly checks done?
Tuesday's
32
How many rig checks are done if you come in halfway through day two and work the next day?
2
33
What is the proper sequence to lifting a ladder?
Elevate, rotate, extend, lower
34
How does wet weather affect braking?
Braking distance is increased
35
Where is the most common place for a collision to occur?
Intersection
36
Why is bleeding air from LDH important?
Centrifugal pumps can’t pump air
37
When should you switch from pressure to volume?
When pump is at idle
38
What is the pump rated for?
250 PSI
39
What pressure should FDC/sprinklers be pumped at?
150 PSI
40
What can be done to keep the pump cool?
Crack tank fill, open engine cooler, open pump cooler
41
What is the evacuation signal at a fire?
10 seconds on short blasts, 10 seconds off, x3 for 60 seconds total
42
How much does a gallon of water weigh?
8.34 lbs
43
Relay pumping intake cannot drop more than what, on the gauge?
10-20 PSI
44
What powers the aerial pump?
PTO system provides power to the hydraulic pump
45
What do check valves prevent?
Prevent fluid from flowing backwards
46
What causes the most strain on an aerial ladder?
Fully extended and parallel to the ground
47
What is the benefit of parking at the corner of a building?
Prevents being in the collapse zone, reaches two sides of the building, out of radiating heat.
48
All of the following are procedures when responding code 3 through an uncontrolled intersection except:
Slow down to 15 MPH and drive code 3 through the intersection
49
Prior to checking any component of COLA, the parking brake does not need to be released. true or false?
False
50
How should apparatus coolant level be checked?
Remove radiator cap and visually inspect the fluid level
51
What should be kept open during drafting operations to ensure you don’t lose your prime?
A single discharge open and flowing continuously
52
In relay pumping with three or more engines, who stays in pressure?
Engine located at the fire (attack pumper)
53
If you drop 10 PSI, how many like lines?
3
54
What type of transmission fluid does Con Fire use?
Transam
55
What is the pressure for wild land 1.5” progressive hose lays?
downhill 100, level 115, uphill 140 PSI
56
If you lose water while pumping a structure fire with multiple lines, what do you do first?
Open your tank to pump
57
What should you do when first on scene to a structure fire and you pass a hydrant?
Clear the crosslay bed for firefighter, charge their line, start working on water supply
58
What should you say to a neighbor asking about a patient during a medical call?
Nicely say you can’t share the info, HIPPA
59
Who is responsible for making sure everyone is buckled before moving the rig?
The engineer
60
What is the definition of a Mid-Rise?
A Mid-Rise building is defined as a multi-story structure of 4-7 stories
61
How long does an active regen take?
30 minutes of uninterrupted driving at freeway speeds
62
Why were auxiliary brakes installed on Type 3's?
because of a problem of the units "not holding at an incline"
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When do you use the auxiliary brake?
on all incline/decline parking situations

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