Driver pump operator UPDATED Exam
Questions and CORRECT Answers
Keeping apparatus in a state of usefulness or readiness is known as ________ - CORRECT
ANSWER - maintenance
Checking and documenting the oil level, radiator coolant, fuel level, tires, and visible and audible
warning signals is normally considered to be part of _____ maintenance. - CORRECT
ANSWER - routine
the two tests that are performed by the manufacturer, if the requirements of NFPA 1901 are
included in the apparatus bid specifications are the ______ - CORRECT ANSWER - road
and hydrostatic tests
which statement regarding voltmeters listed below is correct? - CORRECT ANSWER -
after starting the engine, the voltmeter reads battery voltage
checking for the tightness of connection, electrolyte level , and corrosion are all steps in
inspecting: - CORRECT ANSWER - the battery
proper ___ is one of the objectives of good maintenance - CORRECT ANSWER -
lubrication
when stopping an apparatus , it is necessary to consider the ______ - CORRECT
ANSWER - condition of the brakes
inspecting all valves would be considered a part of _____ maintenance - CORRECT
ANSWER - daily
one of the methods of performing an apparatus pretrial inspection is the : - CORRECT
ANSWER - walk-around method
, the manufacturers manual will _____ the society of automotive engineers SEA number for the
engine oil - CORRECT ANSWER - recommended
the engine oil pressure gauge indicates the: - CORRECT ANSWER - pressure of oil being
delivered
in stabilizing a hot apparatus diesel engines temperature, a cool down period of _____ is
recommended before shutting down - CORRECT ANSWER - 3 to 5 minutes
when performing road tests, the apparatus should be: - CORRECT ANSWER - fully
loaded as it would be once in service
when doing routine maintenance on a battery, which would need to be corrected by the
driver/operator? - CORRECT ANSWER - corrosion on the battery terminals
batteries produce explosive _____ gas when being charged - CORRECT ANSWER -
hydrogen
shutting down a diesel engine immediately after full load operation may result in: - CORRECT
ANSWER - turbo seizure or damage from heat
it is important to maintain _____ of fuel in an emergency apparatus - CORRECT
ANSWER - one half to three fourths of a tank
In a road acceptance test, a fully loaded pumper must be able to come to a full stop from 20 mph
within: _____ feet - CORRECT ANSWER - 35
the ______ assists in both braking and saving wear on the service breaks - CORRECT
ANSWER - retarder
Questions and CORRECT Answers
Keeping apparatus in a state of usefulness or readiness is known as ________ - CORRECT
ANSWER - maintenance
Checking and documenting the oil level, radiator coolant, fuel level, tires, and visible and audible
warning signals is normally considered to be part of _____ maintenance. - CORRECT
ANSWER - routine
the two tests that are performed by the manufacturer, if the requirements of NFPA 1901 are
included in the apparatus bid specifications are the ______ - CORRECT ANSWER - road
and hydrostatic tests
which statement regarding voltmeters listed below is correct? - CORRECT ANSWER -
after starting the engine, the voltmeter reads battery voltage
checking for the tightness of connection, electrolyte level , and corrosion are all steps in
inspecting: - CORRECT ANSWER - the battery
proper ___ is one of the objectives of good maintenance - CORRECT ANSWER -
lubrication
when stopping an apparatus , it is necessary to consider the ______ - CORRECT
ANSWER - condition of the brakes
inspecting all valves would be considered a part of _____ maintenance - CORRECT
ANSWER - daily
one of the methods of performing an apparatus pretrial inspection is the : - CORRECT
ANSWER - walk-around method
, the manufacturers manual will _____ the society of automotive engineers SEA number for the
engine oil - CORRECT ANSWER - recommended
the engine oil pressure gauge indicates the: - CORRECT ANSWER - pressure of oil being
delivered
in stabilizing a hot apparatus diesel engines temperature, a cool down period of _____ is
recommended before shutting down - CORRECT ANSWER - 3 to 5 minutes
when performing road tests, the apparatus should be: - CORRECT ANSWER - fully
loaded as it would be once in service
when doing routine maintenance on a battery, which would need to be corrected by the
driver/operator? - CORRECT ANSWER - corrosion on the battery terminals
batteries produce explosive _____ gas when being charged - CORRECT ANSWER -
hydrogen
shutting down a diesel engine immediately after full load operation may result in: - CORRECT
ANSWER - turbo seizure or damage from heat
it is important to maintain _____ of fuel in an emergency apparatus - CORRECT
ANSWER - one half to three fourths of a tank
In a road acceptance test, a fully loaded pumper must be able to come to a full stop from 20 mph
within: _____ feet - CORRECT ANSWER - 35
the ______ assists in both braking and saving wear on the service breaks - CORRECT
ANSWER - retarder
