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Q: With come-alongs be sure to use:
Ans: the calibrated handle that came with the unit
The major disadvantage of using webbing during vehicle
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extrication is:
Ans: Abrasion to the webbing
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Which statement is correct regarding the stabilization techniques?
Ans: Vehicles should be cribbed near each tire before tires are
deflated
For tow or tie down applications use Grade _____________ chains.
Ans: 70
What is the primary advantage of low and medium pressure
pneumatic lifting bags over high pressure bags?
Ans: They have a much greater lifting range.
Pneumatic tools use energy created by the release of _________
for power
Ans: Compressed air
Which is correct regarding vehicle mounted winches?
Ans: As more cable is wrapped around the drum, pulling capacity
decreases
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Any vehicle, equipment, or other objects involved in a rescue
incident must be __________ to prevent them from shifting or
inflicting more damage or injuries.
Ans: Stabilized
For wheels-resting vehicles, the stabilization process includes what
phases?
Ans: Initial, primary, and ongoing
Which of the following is correct regarding rescuers use of
wedges?
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Ans: To prevent lifting avoid overdriving the wedges
Rescuers should place cribbing so the ends of one piece overlap
the preceding layer by:
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Ans: 4 inches
The maximum safe height of a properly loaded square-crib tower
is ___________ times its footprint for capturing static loads.
Ans: 3
A square box-crib maximum footprint tower is ____________ for a
dynamic load is:
Ans: 2 times
What is correct regarding "married" wedges?
Ans: Married wedges provide greater stability
Stabilization struts have:
Ans: Rated capacities printed on the strut.
Rollover protection systems was initially designed for:
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Ans: Convertibles
When using the same-side-tie-back tactic, you should place the
strut at a:
Ans: 45-60 degree angle
Which is a basic tool essential for stabilizing a vehicle?
Ans: Cribbing materials
Following scene assessment, rescuers must __________ the vehicle.
Ans: Stabilize
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Stabilizing an upright vehicle is best accomplished by:
Ans: Preventing horizontal movement
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The most stable position in which a vehicle can come to rest on a
flat surface is on:
Ans: Four wheels
Operational protocols should address the lethal hazards
associated with the automobile system developed and first
produced in 1970's, the:
Ans: Energy-absorbing bumper system
Which statement is correct regarding supplemental restraint
system (SRS)?
Ans: There is no standard location of vehicle air bags.
Which statement is a hazard associated with crushable bumpers,
a type of energy-absorbing bumper?
Ans: After being exposed to the heat from a fire, during the cooling
process hydrofluoric acid forms on the surface of the bumper.
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One of the main dangers of cutting seat belt pretensions is the:
Ans: Pyrotechnic activating device
When exposed to fire, the greatest hazard with gas-filled struts
used to support the hoods and hatchbacks is:
Ans: That they can explode and launch parts many yards from the
vehicle
The _________ zones lengthen the time a vehicle takes to come to
a complete stop during a crash.
Ans: Crumple
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On hybrid cars, it is common to see the high voltage wires and
cables _________ in color.
Ans: Orange
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Energy-absorbing systems are located:
Ans: At the front or rear bumper.
The vehicle safety system that utilizes pyrotechnic pretensioners is
located:
Ans: In the seat belt system.
What is the best way of ensuring the electric motor is off for a
hybrid vehicle involved in an accident?
Ans: Noting a dark instrument panel or absence of an illuminated
green LED (or Ready) light in the instrument panel
Energy-absorbing bumper struts are sealed and contain:
Ans: Hydraulic fluid and compressed gas
One of the most basic rules for rescuers while working around
supplemental restraint systems (air bags) is to:
Vehicle Rescue Technician Questions and
Answers (100% Correct Answers) Already
Graded A+
Q: With come-alongs be sure to use:
Ans: the calibrated handle that came with the unit
The major disadvantage of using webbing during vehicle
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extrication is:
Ans: Abrasion to the webbing
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Which statement is correct regarding the stabilization techniques?
Ans: Vehicles should be cribbed near each tire before tires are
deflated
For tow or tie down applications use Grade _____________ chains.
Ans: 70
What is the primary advantage of low and medium pressure
pneumatic lifting bags over high pressure bags?
Ans: They have a much greater lifting range.
Pneumatic tools use energy created by the release of _________
for power
Ans: Compressed air
Which is correct regarding vehicle mounted winches?
Ans: As more cable is wrapped around the drum, pulling capacity
decreases
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Any vehicle, equipment, or other objects involved in a rescue
incident must be __________ to prevent them from shifting or
inflicting more damage or injuries.
Ans: Stabilized
For wheels-resting vehicles, the stabilization process includes what
phases?
Ans: Initial, primary, and ongoing
Which of the following is correct regarding rescuers use of
wedges?
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Ans: To prevent lifting avoid overdriving the wedges
Rescuers should place cribbing so the ends of one piece overlap
the preceding layer by:
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Ans: 4 inches
The maximum safe height of a properly loaded square-crib tower
is ___________ times its footprint for capturing static loads.
Ans: 3
A square box-crib maximum footprint tower is ____________ for a
dynamic load is:
Ans: 2 times
What is correct regarding "married" wedges?
Ans: Married wedges provide greater stability
Stabilization struts have:
Ans: Rated capacities printed on the strut.
Rollover protection systems was initially designed for:
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Ans: Convertibles
When using the same-side-tie-back tactic, you should place the
strut at a:
Ans: 45-60 degree angle
Which is a basic tool essential for stabilizing a vehicle?
Ans: Cribbing materials
Following scene assessment, rescuers must __________ the vehicle.
Ans: Stabilize
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Stabilizing an upright vehicle is best accomplished by:
Ans: Preventing horizontal movement
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The most stable position in which a vehicle can come to rest on a
flat surface is on:
Ans: Four wheels
Operational protocols should address the lethal hazards
associated with the automobile system developed and first
produced in 1970's, the:
Ans: Energy-absorbing bumper system
Which statement is correct regarding supplemental restraint
system (SRS)?
Ans: There is no standard location of vehicle air bags.
Which statement is a hazard associated with crushable bumpers,
a type of energy-absorbing bumper?
Ans: After being exposed to the heat from a fire, during the cooling
process hydrofluoric acid forms on the surface of the bumper.
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One of the main dangers of cutting seat belt pretensions is the:
Ans: Pyrotechnic activating device
When exposed to fire, the greatest hazard with gas-filled struts
used to support the hoods and hatchbacks is:
Ans: That they can explode and launch parts many yards from the
vehicle
The _________ zones lengthen the time a vehicle takes to come to
a complete stop during a crash.
Ans: Crumple
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On hybrid cars, it is common to see the high voltage wires and
cables _________ in color.
Ans: Orange
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Energy-absorbing systems are located:
Ans: At the front or rear bumper.
The vehicle safety system that utilizes pyrotechnic pretensioners is
located:
Ans: In the seat belt system.
What is the best way of ensuring the electric motor is off for a
hybrid vehicle involved in an accident?
Ans: Noting a dark instrument panel or absence of an illuminated
green LED (or Ready) light in the instrument panel
Energy-absorbing bumper struts are sealed and contain:
Ans: Hydraulic fluid and compressed gas
One of the most basic rules for rescuers while working around
supplemental restraint systems (air bags) is to:
