TCFP Driver Operator Aerial UPDATED
ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT
Answers
In addition to a control pedestal on the turntable, NFPA® 1901 also requires a control station: -
CORRECT ANSWER - in the platform.
The function of the hydraulic system is to provide power for operating the various hydraulic
components needed to: - CORRECT ANSWER - stabilize the apparatus and operate the
aerial device.
Which NFPA® standard establishes the number of sections and minimum reach required of an
aerial apparatus? - CORRECT ANSWER - NFPA® 1901
Which of the following NFPA® standards now requires a two-way communication system on all
aerial device apparatus? - CORRECT ANSWER - NFPA® 1901
Which standard establishes requirements for the quality of air in breathing air systems? -
CORRECT ANSWER - NFPA® 1989
Driver/operators should examine electrical cords daily: - CORRECT ANSWER - for
damage to insulation and connections.
NFPA® 1901 requires a protective water fog curtain nozzle to be provided on the bottom of an
elevated platform that can be operated to: - CORRECT ANSWER - provide an additional
barrier when the platform is exposed to high levels of heat.
Which is a three-way valve that directs fluid to either the stabilizer control valves or the aerial
device control valves? - CORRECT ANSWER - Selector valve
, When is the MOST likely time nondestructive testing will be performed on the aerial apparatus?
- CORRECT ANSWER - After accidents
Why do many fire departments prefer to use quints? - CORRECT ANSWER - Quints are
capable of supplying their own elevated master streams.
Which is a safety guideline unique to aircraft incidents? - CORRECT ANSWER - Do not
drive through pools of jet fuel.
Which term refers to positioning the apparatus in a location that provides the utmost efficiency
for operating on the fireground? - CORRECT ANSWER - Spotting
If an apparatus is to be positioned in a dead-end access, it should be backed into position if
possible because it will: - CORRECT ANSWER - make an escape faster if it becomes
necessary.
Which is the BEST potential sign of structural collapse that may be identified from an overhead
look on an aerial device at a structural incident? - CORRECT ANSWER - Bulging walls
What may cause dry, solid ground to become unstable during warm weather operations? -
CORRECT ANSWER - Fireground runoff
Generally SOPs involving apparatus placement at a fire scene apply to: - CORRECT
ANSWER - aerial apparatus assigned to the initial response.
When spotting an apparatus at a structural fire incident, driver/operators should be the MOST
aware of: - CORRECT ANSWER - falling debris.
When positioning an apparatus with the rear uphill on a grade, which tactical impact should be
considered? - CORRECT ANSWER - It will be easier to reach the ground with a platform
operating off the rear.
ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT
Answers
In addition to a control pedestal on the turntable, NFPA® 1901 also requires a control station: -
CORRECT ANSWER - in the platform.
The function of the hydraulic system is to provide power for operating the various hydraulic
components needed to: - CORRECT ANSWER - stabilize the apparatus and operate the
aerial device.
Which NFPA® standard establishes the number of sections and minimum reach required of an
aerial apparatus? - CORRECT ANSWER - NFPA® 1901
Which of the following NFPA® standards now requires a two-way communication system on all
aerial device apparatus? - CORRECT ANSWER - NFPA® 1901
Which standard establishes requirements for the quality of air in breathing air systems? -
CORRECT ANSWER - NFPA® 1989
Driver/operators should examine electrical cords daily: - CORRECT ANSWER - for
damage to insulation and connections.
NFPA® 1901 requires a protective water fog curtain nozzle to be provided on the bottom of an
elevated platform that can be operated to: - CORRECT ANSWER - provide an additional
barrier when the platform is exposed to high levels of heat.
Which is a three-way valve that directs fluid to either the stabilizer control valves or the aerial
device control valves? - CORRECT ANSWER - Selector valve
, When is the MOST likely time nondestructive testing will be performed on the aerial apparatus?
- CORRECT ANSWER - After accidents
Why do many fire departments prefer to use quints? - CORRECT ANSWER - Quints are
capable of supplying their own elevated master streams.
Which is a safety guideline unique to aircraft incidents? - CORRECT ANSWER - Do not
drive through pools of jet fuel.
Which term refers to positioning the apparatus in a location that provides the utmost efficiency
for operating on the fireground? - CORRECT ANSWER - Spotting
If an apparatus is to be positioned in a dead-end access, it should be backed into position if
possible because it will: - CORRECT ANSWER - make an escape faster if it becomes
necessary.
Which is the BEST potential sign of structural collapse that may be identified from an overhead
look on an aerial device at a structural incident? - CORRECT ANSWER - Bulging walls
What may cause dry, solid ground to become unstable during warm weather operations? -
CORRECT ANSWER - Fireground runoff
Generally SOPs involving apparatus placement at a fire scene apply to: - CORRECT
ANSWER - aerial apparatus assigned to the initial response.
When spotting an apparatus at a structural fire incident, driver/operators should be the MOST
aware of: - CORRECT ANSWER - falling debris.
When positioning an apparatus with the rear uphill on a grade, which tactical impact should be
considered? - CORRECT ANSWER - It will be easier to reach the ground with a platform
operating off the rear.
