Texas D&O State Test Review.docx

The angle from the point of ground contact of the front tire to any projection of the apparatus in front of the front axle is considered the: - correct answer angle of approach A fire apparatus with primary purpose of transporting 1,000 or more gallons of water is considered to be a/an - correct answer tanker/tender ____________ is defined as keeping apparatus in a state of usefulness or readiness. - correct answer maintenance Checking and documenting the oil level, radiator fluid, fuel level, tires, and visible and audible warning signals is normally considered to be part of ____________ maintenance. - correct answer daily A clean apparatus, along with clean functional parts, permits: - correct answer all of the above are correct ANSWER (-heightened public relations -proper use and function -proper inspection and operation) All of the statements about an ammeter listed below are correct except: - correct answer an ammeter only indicates the amount of current flowing into the battery Checking voltage, electrolyte level, and corrosion are all steps in inspecting: - correct answer the battery Proper __________ is one of the prime objectives of good maintenance. - correct answer lubercation When performing a capacity test, the first desired pump pressure should be ________ psi. - correct answer 150 Inspecting all valves would be considered a part of __________ maintenance. - correct answer daily To select the proper lubricant, consideration must be given to the: - correct answer manufactures recommendation The manufacture's manual will __________ the Society of Automotive Engineers (S.A.E) number for the engine oil. - correct answer recommend The oil pressure gauge indicates the: - correct answer supply of oil being delivered is adequate To _________ mean to restore or replace that which has become inoperable. - correct answer repair Which of the following IS NOT an electrical charging system? - correct answer flowmeter An ammeter indicates the: - correct answer both B and C are correct ANSWER ( B. amount of current flowing into the battery C. Amount of current being taken from the battery) Which of the following conditions could be found while doing routine maintenance on a battery? - correct answer A and B only are correct ANSWER (A. loose tie-downs B. corrosion around the battery connections) Batteries produce explosives_____________ gas when being charged. - correct answer hydrogen Shutting down a diesel engine immediately after full loaded operation may result in: - correct answer turbo seizure It is important to maintain _____________ of fuel, since you cannot predict how long an apparatus may run during emergency operations. - correct answer at least three-fourths of a tank In an acceptance test, a fully loaded pumper must be able to come to a full stop from 20 mph within: - correct answer 35 feet If a jurisdiction is above 2,000 feet elevation, a (an) ____________ test must be performed. - correct answer engine overload In an acceptance test, a fully loaded pumper must be able to accelerate to 35 mph in ___________ seconds. - correct answer 25 In an acceptance test, a fully loaded pumper must be able to accelerate to ____________ mph in 25 seconds. - correct answer 35 The dry vacuum test requires a reading at the end of 5 minutes during which no more than __________ inches of vacuum should be lost. - correct answer 10 Apparatus maintenance records serve many functions, such as: - correct answer both A and B are correct ANSWER ( A. filing warranty claims with the manufacturer B. Documenting recurrent repairs ) Maintenance records for all fire department apparatus should be maintained and documented by the: - correct answer driver/operator Before an apparatus response from the station, the driver/operator should: - correct answer assure that everyone is seated and belted When driving under winter conditions, the driver/operator should follow at a greater distance because the distance to stop on snow and ice increases __________ times. - correct answer 3 to 15 Before turning corners or approaching curves, the driver/operator should: - correct answer shift a standard transmission into a lower gear The distance the vehicle travels from the time the driver begins to apply the brakes until it comes to a complete stop is know as: - correct answer braking distance The most common cause(s) of a fire apparatus skidding is/are: - correct answer both A and C are correct ANSWER ( A. driving too fast for road conditions C. weight shifts of heavy apparatus) Apparatus are most likely to be involved in an accident at/on: - correct answer intersections For safe operation and driving of fire apparatus, the driver: - correct answer all of the above are correct ANSWER (A. should not exceed 10 miles per hour when leaving the station B. should not race the engine when not moving C. should be aware that lights and sirens may not be heard or seen) You encounter a school bus with flashing signal lights while responding to a call. You must stop and proceed: - correct answer only after a proper signal is given by the bus driver or police officer Most driving regulations pertain to environmental conditions that are: - correct answer dry and clear A driver/operator of an emergency vehicle who DOES NOT obey state, local, or departmental driving regulations is: - correct answer subject to criminal and civil prosecution Unless specifically exempt, when driving apparatus, the fire apparatus operators/ drivers are generally subject to any/all: - correct answer statues, rules, regulations, and ordinances Safety bars on the fire apparatus are designed to: - correct answer keep a firefighter from falling out of a jump seat You are responding to an emergency on a three-lane highway during moderately heavy traffic conditions. You are in the center lane. The vehicle ahead, which you are rapidly overtaking, stops! There is insufficient space to stop without striking the vehicle. Which of the following evasive tactics should be employed? - correct answer brake to reduce speed as you pass on the left side of the stopped vehicle You have responded to an emergency on a limited-access highway. Your apparatus is not being use. Which of the following should be done? - correct answer use the apparatus as a barrier between the traffic flow and the responders on scene Over-throttling occurs in diesel engines when more fuel is injected that can be burned. Which of the following is not a result of over-throttling? - correct answer overheating of engine coolant The distance a vehicle travels from the point where the driver begins transferring his/her foot from the accelerator to the brake pedal until the apparatus comes to a complete stop is called the _________ distance. - correct answer total stopping