Pump Operator Exam Questions with Correct Answers 100% Verified by Experts| 2025/2026
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Brake fade Loss of braking function, which occurs due to excessive use of brakes./ speeding
Dry Hydrant Permanently installed pipe that has pump suction connections installed at a
static water source to speed drafting operations.
The driver/operator notifies their immediate supervisor of the defect and documentation
regarding issues with apparatus. Engine supervisor
The incoming driver/operator should consult the person being relieved for any pertinent
information regarding incident activity, equipment usage, or problems.
(P115) When backing an apparatus Sound 2 short blasts of the vehicle horn immediately
before backing the apparatus.
(P115) Backing straight Palms face the spotter using both arms
(P115) Backing right right arm out to the side with palm of left hand facing driver
(P115) Backing left left arm out to side with palm of right hand facing driver
(P115) Stop Arms form an X
(P115) Pull forward Palms face driver (similar to backing straight)
Mixing foam batch mixing is simple but potentially inaccurate
, Induction uses a Venturi device called an eductor
Storing foam Pails, barrels, totes, and apparatus tanks, (smallest to largest)
Load shedding When load monitor shuts down less important electrical equipment to
prevent overload
90db and higher require appropriate hearing protection
Steering wheel play should not be more than 10 degrees.
Air pressure below 80psi will prevent air horns form operating
NFPA 1901 brake test requires that new apparatus come to a complete stop (20mph in 35' or
less)
The SAE number indicates the oil viscosity
SAE- Society of Automotive Engineers
Water Supply Pumper Pumper with largest pump located at the water source
3 components of water shuttle Fill site, shuttle route, and dump site
Dead-end hydrant Hydrant that receives water from one direction
Circulating feed (looped line) a fire hydrant that receives water from 2 or more directions.
Latest Update
Brake fade Loss of braking function, which occurs due to excessive use of brakes./ speeding
Dry Hydrant Permanently installed pipe that has pump suction connections installed at a
static water source to speed drafting operations.
The driver/operator notifies their immediate supervisor of the defect and documentation
regarding issues with apparatus. Engine supervisor
The incoming driver/operator should consult the person being relieved for any pertinent
information regarding incident activity, equipment usage, or problems.
(P115) When backing an apparatus Sound 2 short blasts of the vehicle horn immediately
before backing the apparatus.
(P115) Backing straight Palms face the spotter using both arms
(P115) Backing right right arm out to the side with palm of left hand facing driver
(P115) Backing left left arm out to side with palm of right hand facing driver
(P115) Stop Arms form an X
(P115) Pull forward Palms face driver (similar to backing straight)
Mixing foam batch mixing is simple but potentially inaccurate
, Induction uses a Venturi device called an eductor
Storing foam Pails, barrels, totes, and apparatus tanks, (smallest to largest)
Load shedding When load monitor shuts down less important electrical equipment to
prevent overload
90db and higher require appropriate hearing protection
Steering wheel play should not be more than 10 degrees.
Air pressure below 80psi will prevent air horns form operating
NFPA 1901 brake test requires that new apparatus come to a complete stop (20mph in 35' or
less)
The SAE number indicates the oil viscosity
SAE- Society of Automotive Engineers
Water Supply Pumper Pumper with largest pump located at the water source
3 components of water shuttle Fill site, shuttle route, and dump site
Dead-end hydrant Hydrant that receives water from one direction
Circulating feed (looped line) a fire hydrant that receives water from 2 or more directions.
