The purpose of using a spotter is to
- correct answer the driver by observing cross traffic the as the area in the blind spot
horizontal and vertical openings, the operator must know: To effectively judge the ability of a vehicle to
pass through areas of restricted
- correct answer vehicle dimensions.
Which driving skill would not require using a spotter?
- correct answer Diminishing clearance
The distance a vehicle travels from the point where you begin recognizing the hazard until the apparatus
comes to a complete stop is called the:
- correct answer total stopping distance.
The confined space turnaround maneuver allows an operator to turn the apparatus degrees
- correct answer 180
Improper tire pressures may cause
- correct answer poor handling
One method of performing an apparatus/pretrip inspection is the
- correct answer walk-around method.
Before shutdown the apparatus engine temperature should be allowed to stabilize by idling it for
minutes.
- correct answer 3 to 5
Checking for voltage, electrolyte level, and corrosion are all steps in inspecting:
- correct answer the battery.
, While traveling in the center lane of a multiple-lane highway on an emergency call, the vehicle in front
of you stops. You should:
- correct answer brake to reduce speed and pass on the left side of the vehicle.
The vacuum test requires a reading at the end of 5 minutes with no more than inches of vacuum being
lost.
- correct answer 10
When responding to emergencies, the use of warning devices:
- correct answer does not allow the driver to disregard other drivers.
When approaching unguarded railroad crossings, the driver shall:
- correct answer come to a complete stop.
Level I staging may be:
- correct answer used in the initial response to a fire or other incident involving more than one
responding company.
Many accidents involving apparatus are caused by the operator
- correct answer misunderstanding the capabilities of the apparatus.
At a working fire, which apparatus has the highest priority for position?
- correct answer Aerial apparatus
A fire apparatus should be dried:
- correct answer with a clean chamois
You have responded to an emergency on a limited-access highway. Your apparatus is not being used.
You should:
- correct answer use the apparatus as a barrier between the traffic flow and the responders on scene.
When stopping an apparatus, it is necessary to consider the:
- correct answer A. empty weight of the apparatus.