IFSTA 7 - Chapter 21 - Maintenance and
Testing Responsibilities Questions and
Complete Solutions Graded A+
When would a fire hose service test be performed?
Select one:
a.After a vehicle has run over the hose
b.After any incident lasting longer than 4 hours
c.After any incident lasting longer than 6 hours
d.After every third incident - Answer: a. After a vehicle has run over the hose
Which duty would be performed by a qualified technician instead of a Fire Fighter II?
Select one:
a.General inspection of portable generators
b.Checking equipment oil and fuel levels
c.Inspecting spark plugs for damage
d.Detailed maintenance of lighting equipment - Answer: d. Detailed maintenance of lighting equipment
When inspecting and maintaining a portable generator, the generator can be damaged if:
Select one:
a.it is run for a long period of time without a load.
b.it is started without anything plugged into it and running.
c.the oil is not emptied and replaced at each inspection.
d.the spark plugs are not replaced at each inspection. - Answer: a. it is run for a long period of time
without a load.
Which is a safety concern when service testing fire hose?
Select one:
, a.Pressurized hose
b.Unpressurized hose
c.Host test gate valves
d.Service test hose clamps - Answer: a. Pressurized hose
What PPE should all personnel operating in the area of a pressurized hose be wearing?
Select one:
a.PASS device
b.Reflective vest
c.Hearing protection
d.Helmet - Answer: d. Helmet
Which pieces of equipment are necessary to service test a fire hose?
Select one:
a.Hose-testing machine, portable pump, or fire department pumper
b.Portable water tanks
c.PPE and SCBA
d.Pneumatic or hydraulic testing machine and hose drying rack - Answer: a. Hose-testing machine,
portable pump, or fire department pumper
When inspecting and maintaining powered rescue tools, it is important to:
Select one:
a.replace saw, chisel, and cutter blades after each use.
b.check all fluid levels and ensure that batteries are fully charged.
c.have another team member perform a secondary check to ensure all items function properly.
d.check and replace pneumatic hose couplings at the start of every shift. - Answer: b. check all fluid
levels and ensure that batteries are fully charged.
When replacing bulbs on portable scene lighting equipment, it is important to:
Testing Responsibilities Questions and
Complete Solutions Graded A+
When would a fire hose service test be performed?
Select one:
a.After a vehicle has run over the hose
b.After any incident lasting longer than 4 hours
c.After any incident lasting longer than 6 hours
d.After every third incident - Answer: a. After a vehicle has run over the hose
Which duty would be performed by a qualified technician instead of a Fire Fighter II?
Select one:
a.General inspection of portable generators
b.Checking equipment oil and fuel levels
c.Inspecting spark plugs for damage
d.Detailed maintenance of lighting equipment - Answer: d. Detailed maintenance of lighting equipment
When inspecting and maintaining a portable generator, the generator can be damaged if:
Select one:
a.it is run for a long period of time without a load.
b.it is started without anything plugged into it and running.
c.the oil is not emptied and replaced at each inspection.
d.the spark plugs are not replaced at each inspection. - Answer: a. it is run for a long period of time
without a load.
Which is a safety concern when service testing fire hose?
Select one:
, a.Pressurized hose
b.Unpressurized hose
c.Host test gate valves
d.Service test hose clamps - Answer: a. Pressurized hose
What PPE should all personnel operating in the area of a pressurized hose be wearing?
Select one:
a.PASS device
b.Reflective vest
c.Hearing protection
d.Helmet - Answer: d. Helmet
Which pieces of equipment are necessary to service test a fire hose?
Select one:
a.Hose-testing machine, portable pump, or fire department pumper
b.Portable water tanks
c.PPE and SCBA
d.Pneumatic or hydraulic testing machine and hose drying rack - Answer: a. Hose-testing machine,
portable pump, or fire department pumper
When inspecting and maintaining powered rescue tools, it is important to:
Select one:
a.replace saw, chisel, and cutter blades after each use.
b.check all fluid levels and ensure that batteries are fully charged.
c.have another team member perform a secondary check to ensure all items function properly.
d.check and replace pneumatic hose couplings at the start of every shift. - Answer: b. check all fluid
levels and ensure that batteries are fully charged.
When replacing bulbs on portable scene lighting equipment, it is important to:
