AERIAL CDC EXAM WITH QUESTIONS WITH CORRECT
VERIFIED ANSWER
QUESTION>Select the true statement about raising and extending the aerial device during an operational
inspection. - CORRECT ANSWER~Look for signs of problems such as chattering or jerky motions of the
aerial device.
QUESTION>In a constant pressure relay, the source pumper and all relay apparatus: - CORRECT
ANSWER~pump water at a constant 175 psi using a single hose size.
QUESTION>When it is necessary to leave the engine on in cold weather or other extenuating
circumstances, set the idle according to: - CORRECT ANSWER~your department's SOPs
QUESTION>When the main aerial device cannot reach a portion of the building, what portable tool is
typically used? - CORRECT ANSWER~pole ladder
QUESTION>If two apparatus equipped with preemptive devices approach the same intersection from
different directions: - CORRECT ANSWER~one will get a green light.
QUESTION>The key thing to remember when conducting an inspection of an aerial apparatus is to: -
CORRECT ANSWER~be systematic
QUESTION >Identify THREE factors that influence your ability to maintain control over an aerial
apparatus. - CORRECT ANSWER~Centrifugal force, weight restriction, and skidding?
QUESTION>TRUE statement about cleaning an aerial apparatus - CORRECT ANSWER~A clean apparatus
is good for public relations.
QUESTION>An aerial apparatus should be started with all electrical switches in the OFF position in order
to? - CORRECT ANSWER~Start the engine WITHOUT a load.
,QUESTION>When performing a walk around inspection, the driver/operator - CORRECT ANSWER~Starts
at the drivers door and inspects components in a counter clockwise rotation
QUESTION>Three main components of a hydraulic system are? - CORRECT ANSWER~HYDRAULIC fluid,
pump, and reservoir
QUESTION>Which type of pre- pipe waterway system can be found in most in the aerial ladders? -
CORRECT ANSWER~Telescoping waterway.
QUESTION>Which hydraulic device is used to keep the aerial apparatus from leaning or tipping over
when the aerial devices is elevated? - CORRECT ANSWER~Stabilizing cylinders
QUESTION>To provide electric power to portable equipment, aerial apparatus driver/operators should
use? - CORRECT ANSWER~Electric power chords.
QUESTION>Identify TWO systems specifically designed to ensure the safety of the responders at the tip
of the aerial device. - CORRECT ANSWER~Breathing air system and communication system.
QUESTION>When inspecting equipment attached to the end of the aerial device fly section: - CORRECT
ANSWER~Check for the presence, damage, and security of items such as axes and pike poles.
QUESTION>In many cases, the driver/operator will be able to perform the operational inspection: -
CORRECT ANSWER~On the front apron of the fire station.
QUESTION>If the aerial device is equipped with Manuel lock pins: - CORRECT ANSWER~Check that they
are present and sufficiently secured
QUESTION>Select TWO true statements about the visual inspection of the lower control pedestal. -
CORRECT ANSWER~All controls should move freely and electrical connections and wiring should be free
of wear.
QUESTION>After completing the engine speed check and vacuum test, you'll need to: - CORRECT
ANSWER~Prepare the aerial apparatus for the remaining tests.
, QUESTION>During the pumping test, record the following readings at 5-minute intervals for up to 20
minutes (3) - CORRECT ANSWER~Pump discharge pressure, nozzle pressure or flow, and engine RPM.
QUESTION>Service tests are conducted: - CORRECT ANSWER~By technicians assisted by the driver
operator.
QUESTION>The gauge test checks the discharges pressure gauges and: - CORRECT ANSWER~Flowmeter
QUESTION>Select THREE pre-service tests. - CORRECT ANSWER~Certification test, off road test, static
test???
QUESTION>Pre-service tests are usually performed: - CORRECT ANSWER~At the manufacture's facility.
QUESTION>Periodic aerial apparatus maintenance records should include: - CORRECT
ANSWER~Instrument and gauges
QUESTION>Select the TRUE statement about record keeping. - CORRECT ANSWER~Fire departments
should maintain an effective filing systems for reports.
QUESTION>When driving or "cruising" in an aerial apparatus, you should: - CORRECT ANSWER~Be
careful not to over-throttle, " which may result in lugging.
QUESTION>Identify the action you would perform when entering, exiting, or changing lanes on a limited
access highway. - CORRECT ANSWER~Check your side and rear view mirrors
QUESTION>Identify the TRUE statement about aerial apparatus shut down. - CORRECT ANSWER~Allow
the engine to idle until it has cooled to the normal operating temperature.
QUESTION>When stopping an aerial apparatus, always remember to take into account the: - CORRECT
ANSWER~ALL OF THE BOVE
Weight, driving conditions, and condition of tires and brakes.
VERIFIED ANSWER
QUESTION>Select the true statement about raising and extending the aerial device during an operational
inspection. - CORRECT ANSWER~Look for signs of problems such as chattering or jerky motions of the
aerial device.
QUESTION>In a constant pressure relay, the source pumper and all relay apparatus: - CORRECT
ANSWER~pump water at a constant 175 psi using a single hose size.
QUESTION>When it is necessary to leave the engine on in cold weather or other extenuating
circumstances, set the idle according to: - CORRECT ANSWER~your department's SOPs
QUESTION>When the main aerial device cannot reach a portion of the building, what portable tool is
typically used? - CORRECT ANSWER~pole ladder
QUESTION>If two apparatus equipped with preemptive devices approach the same intersection from
different directions: - CORRECT ANSWER~one will get a green light.
QUESTION>The key thing to remember when conducting an inspection of an aerial apparatus is to: -
CORRECT ANSWER~be systematic
QUESTION >Identify THREE factors that influence your ability to maintain control over an aerial
apparatus. - CORRECT ANSWER~Centrifugal force, weight restriction, and skidding?
QUESTION>TRUE statement about cleaning an aerial apparatus - CORRECT ANSWER~A clean apparatus
is good for public relations.
QUESTION>An aerial apparatus should be started with all electrical switches in the OFF position in order
to? - CORRECT ANSWER~Start the engine WITHOUT a load.
,QUESTION>When performing a walk around inspection, the driver/operator - CORRECT ANSWER~Starts
at the drivers door and inspects components in a counter clockwise rotation
QUESTION>Three main components of a hydraulic system are? - CORRECT ANSWER~HYDRAULIC fluid,
pump, and reservoir
QUESTION>Which type of pre- pipe waterway system can be found in most in the aerial ladders? -
CORRECT ANSWER~Telescoping waterway.
QUESTION>Which hydraulic device is used to keep the aerial apparatus from leaning or tipping over
when the aerial devices is elevated? - CORRECT ANSWER~Stabilizing cylinders
QUESTION>To provide electric power to portable equipment, aerial apparatus driver/operators should
use? - CORRECT ANSWER~Electric power chords.
QUESTION>Identify TWO systems specifically designed to ensure the safety of the responders at the tip
of the aerial device. - CORRECT ANSWER~Breathing air system and communication system.
QUESTION>When inspecting equipment attached to the end of the aerial device fly section: - CORRECT
ANSWER~Check for the presence, damage, and security of items such as axes and pike poles.
QUESTION>In many cases, the driver/operator will be able to perform the operational inspection: -
CORRECT ANSWER~On the front apron of the fire station.
QUESTION>If the aerial device is equipped with Manuel lock pins: - CORRECT ANSWER~Check that they
are present and sufficiently secured
QUESTION>Select TWO true statements about the visual inspection of the lower control pedestal. -
CORRECT ANSWER~All controls should move freely and electrical connections and wiring should be free
of wear.
QUESTION>After completing the engine speed check and vacuum test, you'll need to: - CORRECT
ANSWER~Prepare the aerial apparatus for the remaining tests.
, QUESTION>During the pumping test, record the following readings at 5-minute intervals for up to 20
minutes (3) - CORRECT ANSWER~Pump discharge pressure, nozzle pressure or flow, and engine RPM.
QUESTION>Service tests are conducted: - CORRECT ANSWER~By technicians assisted by the driver
operator.
QUESTION>The gauge test checks the discharges pressure gauges and: - CORRECT ANSWER~Flowmeter
QUESTION>Select THREE pre-service tests. - CORRECT ANSWER~Certification test, off road test, static
test???
QUESTION>Pre-service tests are usually performed: - CORRECT ANSWER~At the manufacture's facility.
QUESTION>Periodic aerial apparatus maintenance records should include: - CORRECT
ANSWER~Instrument and gauges
QUESTION>Select the TRUE statement about record keeping. - CORRECT ANSWER~Fire departments
should maintain an effective filing systems for reports.
QUESTION>When driving or "cruising" in an aerial apparatus, you should: - CORRECT ANSWER~Be
careful not to over-throttle, " which may result in lugging.
QUESTION>Identify the action you would perform when entering, exiting, or changing lanes on a limited
access highway. - CORRECT ANSWER~Check your side and rear view mirrors
QUESTION>Identify the TRUE statement about aerial apparatus shut down. - CORRECT ANSWER~Allow
the engine to idle until it has cooled to the normal operating temperature.
QUESTION>When stopping an aerial apparatus, always remember to take into account the: - CORRECT
ANSWER~ALL OF THE BOVE
Weight, driving conditions, and condition of tires and brakes.