ARFF Driver Operator Exam Questions and
Complete Solutions Graded A+
When performing the handline nozzle test, you must discharge foam onto a paved surface for a period
of ________ seconds - Answer: 30 seconds
The Application rate of Class B foam is given in: - Answer: Gallons per minute per square foot
When performing the turret ground pattern test, disregard any foam that is less than: - Answer: 1/2-inch
deep
The fire apparatus test record that evaluates the overall performance of an ARFF apparatus is used on a
______ basis - Answer: Yearly
Identify TWO defensive driving exercises that must be performed as part of the driving section of the
performance test. - Answer: Straight line driving and stopping Procedures;
Lane Changes
All of the following statements about the importance of preventive maintenance are TRUE EXCEPT that
it: - Answer: Decreases the amount of wear and tear
Identify THREE TRUE statements about dry chemicals - Answer: - They are usually applied through hand
lines
-They are not effective for preventing flashback
-They are useful on running fuel fires and three- dimensional fires
Identify THREE common requirements that need to be followed when driving/operating an ARFF
apparatus. - Answer: -Fire Department Rules and Regulations
-NFPA requirements
-Federal, State and local laws
, The Device most commonly used to extinguish a peripheral fire after rescue operations are complete is
the: - Answer: Hand Line
Identify THREE advantages of balanced pressure foam proportioning systems - Answer: -There is no
water intake pressure
-Water and foam can simultaneously be discharged from separate outlets
-Various percentages of foam solutions can be discharged from multiple discharge outlets
In low-energy systems, air is introduced into the foam solution at or just after the solution leaves the: -
Answer: Nozzle
The foam application method used for an ignited pool of liquid fuel located on open ground is the: -
Answer: Roll-On Method
The agent delivery device most commonly found on ARFF apparatus is the: - Answer: Turret
All of the following affect the apparatus positioning at a crash site EXCEPT: - Answer: Time of Day
All of the following statements about the application of dry chemical on a Class B fire are TRUE EXCEPT: -
Answer: The use of dry chemical agents reduces the chance of flashback
The CTIS equipped on an ARFF apparatus can be used: - Answer: When the apparatus is moving or
stationary
An Instrument Landing System (ILS) critical area sign has a white inscription on a red background and is
a: - Answer: Mandatory Instruction Sign
Identify THREE items that should be included on a weekly fire apparatus record. - Answer: -pump
pressure control device
-foam transfer pump
-intake strainers
Complete Solutions Graded A+
When performing the handline nozzle test, you must discharge foam onto a paved surface for a period
of ________ seconds - Answer: 30 seconds
The Application rate of Class B foam is given in: - Answer: Gallons per minute per square foot
When performing the turret ground pattern test, disregard any foam that is less than: - Answer: 1/2-inch
deep
The fire apparatus test record that evaluates the overall performance of an ARFF apparatus is used on a
______ basis - Answer: Yearly
Identify TWO defensive driving exercises that must be performed as part of the driving section of the
performance test. - Answer: Straight line driving and stopping Procedures;
Lane Changes
All of the following statements about the importance of preventive maintenance are TRUE EXCEPT that
it: - Answer: Decreases the amount of wear and tear
Identify THREE TRUE statements about dry chemicals - Answer: - They are usually applied through hand
lines
-They are not effective for preventing flashback
-They are useful on running fuel fires and three- dimensional fires
Identify THREE common requirements that need to be followed when driving/operating an ARFF
apparatus. - Answer: -Fire Department Rules and Regulations
-NFPA requirements
-Federal, State and local laws
, The Device most commonly used to extinguish a peripheral fire after rescue operations are complete is
the: - Answer: Hand Line
Identify THREE advantages of balanced pressure foam proportioning systems - Answer: -There is no
water intake pressure
-Water and foam can simultaneously be discharged from separate outlets
-Various percentages of foam solutions can be discharged from multiple discharge outlets
In low-energy systems, air is introduced into the foam solution at or just after the solution leaves the: -
Answer: Nozzle
The foam application method used for an ignited pool of liquid fuel located on open ground is the: -
Answer: Roll-On Method
The agent delivery device most commonly found on ARFF apparatus is the: - Answer: Turret
All of the following affect the apparatus positioning at a crash site EXCEPT: - Answer: Time of Day
All of the following statements about the application of dry chemical on a Class B fire are TRUE EXCEPT: -
Answer: The use of dry chemical agents reduces the chance of flashback
The CTIS equipped on an ARFF apparatus can be used: - Answer: When the apparatus is moving or
stationary
An Instrument Landing System (ILS) critical area sign has a white inscription on a red background and is
a: - Answer: Mandatory Instruction Sign
Identify THREE items that should be included on a weekly fire apparatus record. - Answer: -pump
pressure control device
-foam transfer pump
-intake strainers
