PUMP OPERATOR P1 Questions with Correct
Answers
A 360-DEGREE INSPECTION REFERS TO A(N): Correct Answer-
complete walk-around inspection of the unit after you reture from an
incident
What is the first step a driver/operator must perform if the fire apparatus
is responding from inside the fire station? Correct Answer-open the bay
door
How would a driver/operator disconnect all electrical power to a fire
apparatus to prevent discharge while it is not in use? Correct Answer-use
the battery selector switch
which of the following delivers operational power to the fire apparatus
chassis? Correct Answer-ignition switch
If the fire apparatus engine does not start within 30 seconds after the
starter has been engaged, release the starter switch and allow the starter
motor to cool for ______________ before attempting to start it again.
Correct Answer-2 minutes
in accordance with NFPA 1901, a fire apparatus with a completely
discharged air system must be able to move within ____ of start up
Correct Answer-1 minute
,a warning alarm must activate when pressure in the air system falls
below: Correct Answer-60 psi
which NFPA standard requires that all seats on fire apparatus be
enclosed and provided with an approved seat belt? Correct Answer-
NFPA 1901
what is the normal operating pressure for an air braking system on most
fire apparatus? Correct Answer-100-120 psi
the driver/operator must understand that a speedy response is achieved
by adhering to many guidelines including: Correct Answer-driving
safety and efficiently
in order to properly maneuver the fire apparatus around objects at the
scene, NFPA 1002 requires the driver/operator to successfully perform a
____ exercise that is designed to simulate these conditions Correct
Answer-serpentine maneuver
while responding to an emergency, the driver/operator may accidentally
pass an intended turn, forcing him or her to turn around. NFPA 1002
requires the driver/operator to successfully complete a ____ exercise to
simulate this challenge Correct Answer-confined space turn around
what are the dimensions of the boundary used for the confined space
turnaround exercise? Correct Answer-50ft x 100ft
, while driving a fire apparatus around an emergency scene, the
driver/operator may be forced to maneuver the fire apparatus in a tight
area and around obstacles that are hanging down, such as trees or
building signs. NFPA 1002 requires the driver/operator to successfully
complete a ____ exercise to simulate this challenge Correct Answer-
diminishing clearance
when returning to the station from an emergency, the driver/operator
operating the fire apparatus should ____ once the fire apparatus is on the
ramp in front of the station Correct Answer-allow the engine to cool
down as much as possible
for most fire departments, the largest number of fire apparatus accidents
is related to: Correct Answer-backing the apparatus
when backing a fire apparatus, the driver/operator should always use
a(n) ____ if available Correct Answer-spotter
when backing a fire apparatus, the driver/operator should immediately
stop the apparatus when: Correct Answer-the driver/operator loses site
of the spotter
how long should a fire apparatus be at idle prior to shutting down the
engine? Correct Answer-3-5 minutes
what is the first priority of the fire driver/operator Correct Answer-safety
Answers
A 360-DEGREE INSPECTION REFERS TO A(N): Correct Answer-
complete walk-around inspection of the unit after you reture from an
incident
What is the first step a driver/operator must perform if the fire apparatus
is responding from inside the fire station? Correct Answer-open the bay
door
How would a driver/operator disconnect all electrical power to a fire
apparatus to prevent discharge while it is not in use? Correct Answer-use
the battery selector switch
which of the following delivers operational power to the fire apparatus
chassis? Correct Answer-ignition switch
If the fire apparatus engine does not start within 30 seconds after the
starter has been engaged, release the starter switch and allow the starter
motor to cool for ______________ before attempting to start it again.
Correct Answer-2 minutes
in accordance with NFPA 1901, a fire apparatus with a completely
discharged air system must be able to move within ____ of start up
Correct Answer-1 minute
,a warning alarm must activate when pressure in the air system falls
below: Correct Answer-60 psi
which NFPA standard requires that all seats on fire apparatus be
enclosed and provided with an approved seat belt? Correct Answer-
NFPA 1901
what is the normal operating pressure for an air braking system on most
fire apparatus? Correct Answer-100-120 psi
the driver/operator must understand that a speedy response is achieved
by adhering to many guidelines including: Correct Answer-driving
safety and efficiently
in order to properly maneuver the fire apparatus around objects at the
scene, NFPA 1002 requires the driver/operator to successfully perform a
____ exercise that is designed to simulate these conditions Correct
Answer-serpentine maneuver
while responding to an emergency, the driver/operator may accidentally
pass an intended turn, forcing him or her to turn around. NFPA 1002
requires the driver/operator to successfully complete a ____ exercise to
simulate this challenge Correct Answer-confined space turn around
what are the dimensions of the boundary used for the confined space
turnaround exercise? Correct Answer-50ft x 100ft
, while driving a fire apparatus around an emergency scene, the
driver/operator may be forced to maneuver the fire apparatus in a tight
area and around obstacles that are hanging down, such as trees or
building signs. NFPA 1002 requires the driver/operator to successfully
complete a ____ exercise to simulate this challenge Correct Answer-
diminishing clearance
when returning to the station from an emergency, the driver/operator
operating the fire apparatus should ____ once the fire apparatus is on the
ramp in front of the station Correct Answer-allow the engine to cool
down as much as possible
for most fire departments, the largest number of fire apparatus accidents
is related to: Correct Answer-backing the apparatus
when backing a fire apparatus, the driver/operator should always use
a(n) ____ if available Correct Answer-spotter
when backing a fire apparatus, the driver/operator should immediately
stop the apparatus when: Correct Answer-the driver/operator loses site
of the spotter
how long should a fire apparatus be at idle prior to shutting down the
engine? Correct Answer-3-5 minutes
what is the first priority of the fire driver/operator Correct Answer-safety
