6 – Verified Questions & Answers
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ARFF P19R OPERATOR END OF COURSE EXAM
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Instructions: Select the best answer for each question. Circle the letter corresponding to you
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r choice.
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1. What is the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the Oshkosh Striker P19R?
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A) 50,000 lbs
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B) 65,000 lbs
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C) 75,000 lbs
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D) 100,000 lbs
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2. The primary agent tank capacity on the P19R is approximately:
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A) 1,000 gallons
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B) 1,500 gallons
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C) 3,000 gallons
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D) 5,000 gallons
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3. The auxiliary foam tank capacity is designed to hold a concentrated amount of foa
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m for roughly how many gallons of finished foam?
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A) 100 gallons
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B) 200 gallons
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C) 400 gallons
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D) 600 gallons
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4. What is the purpose of the dry chemical system on the P19R?
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A) To cool the engine compartment
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B) To provide a "knockdown" capability for three-dimensional fires and fuel spills
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C) To refill the water tank
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D) To clean the turret nozzles
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5. The P19R is powered by which type of engine?
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A) A gasoline V-8
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B) A diesel engine, typically a Detroit Diesel or Cummins
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C) An electric motor with a diesel generator
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D) A turbine engine
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6. How many drive axles does the P19R have?
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A) 1 mn
B) 2 mn
,C) 3
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D) 4 mn
7. The primary function of the High Reach Extendable Turret (HRET) is to:
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A) Pierce the aircraft skin to deliver agent directly into the cabin.
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B) Extend to reach the tops of hangars.
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C) Provide a platform for rescuing passengers.
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D) Overcome pooling and cascading of agents on large aircraft.
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8. Which of the following agents can be discharged through the P19R's roof turret?
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A) Water only
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B) Foam only
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C) Dry chemical only
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D) Water, foam, or dry chemical
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9. The maximum flow rate of the roof turret is approximately:
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A) 100 GPM
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B) 250 GPM
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C) 500 GPM
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D) 1000 GPM
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10. The primary water pump on the P19R is what type?
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A) Centrifugal pump
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B) Positive displacement pump
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C) Rotary vane pump
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D) Piston pump
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11. The P19R is equipped with a "Hale" or "Waterous" pump. What is the primary rol
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e of the transfer valve on this pump?
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A) To shift the pump from high pressure to low pressure
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B) To shift the pump from low volume to high volume
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C) To add foam concentrate to the water stream
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D) To prime the pump
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12. What is the purpose of the "Camelback" or rear suspension on the P19R?
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A) To improve off-road capability and stability
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B) To allow the vehicle to tilt sideways
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C) To increase the top speed
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D) To support the weight of the water tank
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13. When operating the bumper turret, what is the recommended safe distance from t
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he aircraft?
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A) As close as possible to penetrate the skin
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B) 20-30 feet to ensure the stream reaches the target
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, C) 100 feet to avoid being in the collapse zone
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D) 250 feet to avoid heat and flare-ups
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14. Which of the following best describes "AFFF" foam?
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A) Aqueous Film Forming Foam
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B) Alcohol Resistant Film Forming Foam
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C) Aromatic Hydrocarbon Foam
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D) Air Foam Fire Fighting
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15. AFFF works primarily by:
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A) Creating a vapor-sealing film over the fuel surface
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B) Absorbing heat through a chemical endothermic reaction
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C) Replacing the oxygen in the air
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D) Cooling the fuel below its flash point
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16. The correct percentage of foam concentrate to water for standard AFFF on the P19
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R is typically:
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A) 0.1%
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B) 1%
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C) 3% or 6%
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D) 10%
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17. What is the maximum pressure at which you should discharge foam to avoid "shea
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ring" the foam solution?
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A) 50 PSI
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B) 100 PSI
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C) 150 PSI
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D) 300 PSI
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18. When approaching an aircraft fire, the initial attack is generally made from:
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A) Directly head-on
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B) The upwind side
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C) The downwind side
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D) Under the wing
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19. The "crossover" or "defensive" tactic is used when:
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A) There is a minor engine fire
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B) An aircraft is fully involved and structural collapse is imminent
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C) You are attacking a small wheel fire
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D) You need to cool the aircraft brakes
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20. What is the primary concern when operating the HRET near the aircraft fuselage?
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A) The weight of the boom causing the vehicle to tip
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B) Puncturing the fuel tanks or cabin
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