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Aerial Apparatus Study Guide, Exams of Geography

University of Mississippi Medical CenterGeography

An aerial apparatus study guide that covers various topics related to fire apparatus driver/operators, including minimum qualifications, medical evaluations, apparatus inspection, maintenance, driving techniques, safety considerations, and specific requirements for aerial apparatus. The guide provides detailed answers to a series of questions on these subjects, drawing from relevant nfpa standards such as nfpa 1002 and nfpa 1901. The comprehensive nature of the content suggests this document could be useful as study notes, lecture notes, or a summary for students preparing for exams or assignments related to fire apparatus operations and maintenance.

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2023/2024

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NFPA 1002 - ANSWER-Minimum qualifications for fire apparatus driver/operators are set by:
1500 - ANSWER-The fire department driver/operator shall be subject to periodic medical evaluation
as required by NFPA:
1582 - ANSWER-The criteria upon which the medical evaluations of fire apparatus driver/operators is
contained in NFPA:
angle of approach - ANSWER-The angle formed by level ground and a line from the point where the
front tires of a vehicle touch the ground to the lowest projection at the front of the apparatus is the:
A firefighting vehicle equipped with a hydraulically operated ladder or elevating platform for the
purpose of placing personnel and/or water streams in elevated positions - ANSWER-Which of the
following best describes the term "aerial apparatus"?
leaking vehicle fluids - ANSWER-The apparatus inspection should begin by approaching the vehicle
and looking beneath the vehicle for spots that indicate:
inspection - ANSWER-A clean engine and clean functional parts permit proper _____ of an
apparatus.
as detailed in the owner's manual - ANSWER-The servicing of air filters should be carried out:
maintenance - ANSWER-Keeping something in a state of usefulness or readiness is known as:
lubrication - ANSWER-Proper _____ reduces out-of-service time.
the manufacturer's recommendations - ANSWER-To keep fire apparatus in good operating condition,
maintenance must be performed in accordance with:
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NFPA 1002 - ANSWER-Minimum qualifications for fire apparatus driver/operators are set by: 1500 - ANSWER-The fire department driver/operator shall be subject to periodic medical evaluation as required by NFPA: 1582 - ANSWER-The criteria upon which the medical evaluations of fire apparatus driver/operators is contained in NFPA: angle of approach - ANSWER-The angle formed by level ground and a line from the point where the front tires of a vehicle touch the ground to the lowest projection at the front of the apparatus is the: A firefighting vehicle equipped with a hydraulically operated ladder or elevating platform for the purpose of placing personnel and/or water streams in elevated positions - ANSWER-Which of the following best describes the term "aerial apparatus"? leaking vehicle fluids - ANSWER-The apparatus inspection should begin by approaching the vehicle and looking beneath the vehicle for spots that indicate: inspection - ANSWER-A clean engine and clean functional parts permit proper _____ of an apparatus. as detailed in the owner's manual - ANSWER-The servicing of air filters should be carried out: maintenance - ANSWER-Keeping something in a state of usefulness or readiness is known as: lubrication - ANSWER-Proper _____ reduces out-of-service time. the manufacturer's recommendations - ANSWER-To keep fire apparatus in good operating condition, maintenance must be performed in accordance with:

at least 3/4 of a tank - ANSWER-It is important to maintain _____ of fuel, since you cannot predict how long an apparatus may run during emergency operations. per department's SOPs/SOGs - ANSWER-Checking the fluid levels is done: manufacturer's recommendations - ANSWER-To select the proper lubricant, primary consideration must be given to the: recommend - ANSWER-The manufacturer's manual will _____ the Society of Automotive Engineers (S.A.E.) number for the engine oil. repair - ANSWER-To restore or replace that which has become inoperable is known as: amount of current flowing into the battery; amount of current being taken from the battery - ANSWER-An ammeter indicates the: hydrogen - ANSWER-Batteries produce explosive _____ gas when being charged. turbo seizure - ANSWER-Shutting down a diesel engine immediately after full-load operation may result in: shift into a lower gear - ANSWER-Before turning corners or negotiating curves, the apparatus driver of a manual transmission should: failing to anticipate obstacles - ANSWER-Which of the following is a common cause of skids involving driver error? two spotters are preferable to one spotter - ANSWER-Which of the following is true with regards to backing a fire apparatus? apparatus bay parking maneuver - ANSWER-Which of the following is a good alternative to the alley dock exercise when testing a driver/operator's ability to move the vehicle backward within a restricted area?

skidding; apparatus rollover - ANSWER-The weight carried on most aerial apparatus and quints can contribute to _____ due to excessive weight transfer.

  1. driving too fast for road conditions
  2. failure to know weight shifts of heavy apparatus
  3. failing to anticipate obstacles - ANSWER-Avoiding conditions that lead to skidding is as important as knowing how to correct skids once they occur. The most common causes of skids are: 50 feet - ANSWER-The average driver reaction distance at 45 mph is approximately: When an engine must be left idling for an extended period because of extremely cold weather, the driver/operator should set it to idle at 900 to 1100 rpm rather than at idle rpm. - ANSWER-Which of the following statements is true with regard to idling diesel engines on fire apparatus? straight-in parking - ANSWER-Which of the following is not a driver/operator training exercise required by NFPA 1002? 1451 - ANSWER-All fire apparatus training and testing should follow the requirements contained in NFPA: the driver by observing the area in the blind spot - ANSWER-The purpose of using a spotter is to assist: a minimum of three markers spaced between 30 and 38 feet apart, placed in a straight line - ANSWER-The serpentine course driving exercise is conducted utilizing a sufficiently sized level, paved driving area, and: 300 to 500 - ANSWER-When more than one emergency vehicle is responding along the same route, units should travel at least _____ feet apart. 12 - ANSWER-Warning devices are an essential part of safe emergency response. It is important for the driver/operator to know the limitations of these devices. Studies conclude that sirens moving at a speed of 40 mph can project sound 300 feet in front of the vehicle; but moving at a speed of 60 mph, a siren is only audible up to _____ feet in front of the vehicle.

move the apparatus into the opposing lane of traffic and proceed through the intersection at an extremely reduced rate of speed - ANSWER-While responding to an emergency, apparatus drivers are faced with changing traffic conditions. In situations where all lanes of traffic are blocked in the same direction as the responding apparatus, the apparatus driver may: move the apparatus into the opposing lane of traffic and proceed through the intersection at an extremely reduced rate of speed - ANSWER-While responding to an emergency where all lanes of traffic are blocked in the same direction as the responding apparatus, the apparatus driver should: misunderstanding the capabilities of the apparatus - ANSWER-Many traffic accidents involving apparatus are caused by the operator: high idle - ANSWER-When left idling because of cold weather or floodlight operations, diesel engines should be set at: two-way communication system - ANSWER-The NFPA 1901 Standard requires all aerial apparatus constructed after 1996 to be equipped with: hacksaws and keyhole saws - ANSWER-Which of the following equipment carried on an aerial apparatus would be used for forcible entry? multiple salvage covers and two scoop shovels - ANSWER-Which of the following salvage, overhaul and loss control equipment are specifically required to be carried on an aerial apparatus by NFPA 1901? atmospheric temperature - ANSWER-Which of the following conditions should be between 0 degrees F and 100 degrees F during a service pump test? 250; three - ANSWER-Pumps on aerial apparatus should be hydrostatically tested at _____ psi for _____ minutes. valves - ANSWER-The flow of hydraulic fluid within an aerial hydraulic circuit is controlled by: is capable of receiving pressurized oil from both sides of the piston - ANSWER-A double-acting hydraulic cylinder is different from a standard hydraulic cylinder because the double-acting hydraulic cylinder:

quickly - ANSWER-When the pressure is released on the stabilization system, the apparatus often drops: hydraulic fluid - ANSWER-The first portion of the aerial device to be inspected should be: as an escape ladder for firefighters - ANSWER-The small ladder attached to the boom sections of some telescoping aerial platforms is used primarily: 90 degrees in 150 seconds - ANSWER-Elevating platforms that are 110 feet (34m) or shorter should be able to be raised from bedded/stowed position to the maximum elevation and extension and be rotated: spotting the turntable downhill from the point of operation - ANSWER-When an aerial apparatus must operate off an incline, the driver/operator can reduce these stresses by: between the flow of traffic and working crews - ANSWER-Upon arrival at an emergency scene on a limited access highway, the best position to place the apparatus is: when the bulge is removed from the tires and the stabilizers are resting on the pads properly - ANSWER-A means for driver/operator to judge appropriate deployment of stabilizers is: slightly forward or behind the victim (target) - ANSWER-If a victim is to enter the platform through the hinged gates of an elevating platform, the turntable must be spotted: bridge load capacity should be checked to be sure it is safe for the apparatus to drive on and operate from - ANSWER-Which of the following is true with regard to operating aerial apparatus on bridges?