EVIP TEST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Which section of the Washington Administrative Code (WAC) covers the Emergency
Vehicle Operation training programs? - Answers - WAC 296-305
Name the three requirements of Emergency Vehicle Operation Training programs under
WAC 296-305 - Answers - 1. Operators must be trained in the operations of emergency
vehicles in an established program.
2. Training must be annual
3. AHJ can have an in house program, but need to have an "approved program" if the
apparatus is over 26,001 lbs
A CDL is required for drivers of vehicles over ___________ lbs, unless... - Answers -
26,001 lbs,
1. Operators are trained in the operations of emergency vehicles in a program approved
by the Washington State DOL.
2. Operators must carry a certificate attesting to successful completion.
Where does the CDL exemption apply? - Answers - Only applies while driving in
Washington State.
Which group sponsors EVIP as an approved course for CDL exemption? - Answers -
The washington state fire chiefs
Name the 3 annual recertification requirements. - Answers - 1. Review 2 EVIP modules
2. Successfully complete EVIP road test to minimum requirements
3. Carry an AHJ issued certificate while driving.
What do firefighters need to do in order to become exempt from CDL licensing
requirements? - Answers - Complete the EVIP course AND carry their certification card.
True or False: EVIP meets the WAC 296-305 requirements for driving of smaller
emergency vehicles. - Answers - True
Name the 6 initial certification requirements for the EVIP class. - Answers - 1.
Classroom coverage of EVIP material
2. Pass a 50 question test (80% +)
3. Correctly complete visual and operational checklist
4. Complete EVIP rodeo to minimum requirements
5. Complete EVIP road test
6. Carry AHJ certificate of EVIP completion while driving
What does RCW 46.61.035 state regarding reckless behavior? - Answers - There are
no provisions to protect the driver from the consequences of his or her reckless
, disregard for the safety of others. This specific exemption provides almost no protection
to the emergency vehicle operator from legal, civil or criminal action if there were to be
an accident.
What are the elements of Negligence? - Answers - 1. Duty
2. Breach of Duty
3. Causation (The breach of duty caused damages)
4. Injury or death
How many elements must be present to prove negligence? - Answers - All four must be
present
What is the definition of negligence? - Answers - A legal deficiency or wrong which
results whenever a person fails to exercise that degree of care which a prudent person
would exercise under similar circumstances.
Because there are national standards (NFPA), departments may be held to standards
that ....... - Answers - They are not legally required to follow if there was a lawsuit
against the operator and the department.
Does the RCW exemption for emergency response cover personal vehicles? - Answers
- NO, you cannot "respond" under the exemption in your personal vehicle.
What does RCW 46.61.210 say regarding citizens response to emergency vehicles
making use of audible and visual signals? - Answers - The driver of every other vehicle
shall yield the right of way and shall immediately drive to a position parallel to, and as
close as possible to, the right-hand edge or curb of the roadway clear of any
intersection.
Which RCW sections cover emergency vehicles? - Answers - RCW 46.37.xxx and
46.61.xxx
Which WAC covers Emergency apparatus laws? - Answers - WAC 296-305-xxxxx
Drivers are subject to all traffic laws unless a __________________
_________________ is provided. - Answers - Specific Exemption
When do exemptions apply? - Answers - Only when a vehicle is responding to a TRUE
EMERGENCY.
What do firefighters need to do in order to become exempt from CDL licensing
requirements? - Answers - Complete the EVIP course AND carry their certification card.
True or False: EVIP meets the WAC 296-305 requirements for driving of smaller
emergency vehicles. - Answers - True
Which section of the Washington Administrative Code (WAC) covers the Emergency
Vehicle Operation training programs? - Answers - WAC 296-305
Name the three requirements of Emergency Vehicle Operation Training programs under
WAC 296-305 - Answers - 1. Operators must be trained in the operations of emergency
vehicles in an established program.
2. Training must be annual
3. AHJ can have an in house program, but need to have an "approved program" if the
apparatus is over 26,001 lbs
A CDL is required for drivers of vehicles over ___________ lbs, unless... - Answers -
26,001 lbs,
1. Operators are trained in the operations of emergency vehicles in a program approved
by the Washington State DOL.
2. Operators must carry a certificate attesting to successful completion.
Where does the CDL exemption apply? - Answers - Only applies while driving in
Washington State.
Which group sponsors EVIP as an approved course for CDL exemption? - Answers -
The washington state fire chiefs
Name the 3 annual recertification requirements. - Answers - 1. Review 2 EVIP modules
2. Successfully complete EVIP road test to minimum requirements
3. Carry an AHJ issued certificate while driving.
What do firefighters need to do in order to become exempt from CDL licensing
requirements? - Answers - Complete the EVIP course AND carry their certification card.
True or False: EVIP meets the WAC 296-305 requirements for driving of smaller
emergency vehicles. - Answers - True
Name the 6 initial certification requirements for the EVIP class. - Answers - 1.
Classroom coverage of EVIP material
2. Pass a 50 question test (80% +)
3. Correctly complete visual and operational checklist
4. Complete EVIP rodeo to minimum requirements
5. Complete EVIP road test
6. Carry AHJ certificate of EVIP completion while driving
What does RCW 46.61.035 state regarding reckless behavior? - Answers - There are
no provisions to protect the driver from the consequences of his or her reckless
, disregard for the safety of others. This specific exemption provides almost no protection
to the emergency vehicle operator from legal, civil or criminal action if there were to be
an accident.
What are the elements of Negligence? - Answers - 1. Duty
2. Breach of Duty
3. Causation (The breach of duty caused damages)
4. Injury or death
How many elements must be present to prove negligence? - Answers - All four must be
present
What is the definition of negligence? - Answers - A legal deficiency or wrong which
results whenever a person fails to exercise that degree of care which a prudent person
would exercise under similar circumstances.
Because there are national standards (NFPA), departments may be held to standards
that ....... - Answers - They are not legally required to follow if there was a lawsuit
against the operator and the department.
Does the RCW exemption for emergency response cover personal vehicles? - Answers
- NO, you cannot "respond" under the exemption in your personal vehicle.
What does RCW 46.61.210 say regarding citizens response to emergency vehicles
making use of audible and visual signals? - Answers - The driver of every other vehicle
shall yield the right of way and shall immediately drive to a position parallel to, and as
close as possible to, the right-hand edge or curb of the roadway clear of any
intersection.
Which RCW sections cover emergency vehicles? - Answers - RCW 46.37.xxx and
46.61.xxx
Which WAC covers Emergency apparatus laws? - Answers - WAC 296-305-xxxxx
Drivers are subject to all traffic laws unless a __________________
_________________ is provided. - Answers - Specific Exemption
When do exemptions apply? - Answers - Only when a vehicle is responding to a TRUE
EMERGENCY.
What do firefighters need to do in order to become exempt from CDL licensing
requirements? - Answers - Complete the EVIP course AND carry their certification card.
True or False: EVIP meets the WAC 296-305 requirements for driving of smaller
emergency vehicles. - Answers - True
