Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator -
MWS Challenge Review Questions
with Accurate Answers
"C" in the formula FL=C Q2 L represents the: correct answer Hose diameter
coefficient
A priming device works by: correct answer creating a partial vacuum
According to NFPA 1901, a discharge pressure relief valve must operate within:
correct answer 10 seconds after discharge pressure rises 30 psi above the set
level
All of the following are important reasons for maintaining inspection
documentation on an MWS apparatus EXCEPT: correct answer A. Providing proof
for warranty and claims concerning the apparatus
B. Providing evidence during equipment accident investigations
C. Determining when the equipment is due for replacement
D. Verifying that you are inspecting the correct apparatus. - Correct Answer
All of the following are methods of water discharge used at the dump site EXCEPT:
correct answer Draining
,All of the following are potential water sources for an apparatus fire pump
EXCEPT: correct answer A municipal storm drain
All of the following are types of portable water tanks EXCEPT: correct answer
Locking tanks
All of the following factors must be included when determining the total pressure
loss (TPL) EXCEPT: correct answer Pump pressure loss
All of the following statements about driving an MWS apparatus through areas of
restricted horizontal and vertical clearances are true EXCEPT: correct answer A.
Use your side view as mirrors
B. Use the appropriate turn signal - Correct Answer
C. Make sure you can see your spotter
D. Judge your MWS apparatus' clearance around obstructions
All of the following statements about static water sources are true EXCEPT:
correct answer The static water source closest to the incident should always be
used first
Allowing an MWS apparatus engine to idle over an extended period of time can
lead to all of the following EXCEPT? correct answer A. Engine wear
B. Fuel waste
, C. Engine fatigue - Correct Answer
D. Engine debris buildup
As operations proceed during water shuttles, make and break personnel at the fill
site should monitor: correct answer Ground condition
At a fill site, a cone or similar device is used to: correct answer Mark the stopping
point for an MWS apparatus
At a water shuttle operation, the amount of water dumped is the amount of
water the tank holds less: correct answer 10%
At a water shuttle operation, the second and subsequent mobile water supply
apparatuses may leave the dump site once: correct answer Their entire load has
been dumped
Before driving over a guarded railroad crossing during an emergency response:
correct answer A. look to the right; the gate will be up on the left
B. Look both right and left and proceed cautiously - Correct Answer
C. Bring the apparatus to a complete stop
D. Look to the left; the gate will be up on the right
MWS Challenge Review Questions
with Accurate Answers
"C" in the formula FL=C Q2 L represents the: correct answer Hose diameter
coefficient
A priming device works by: correct answer creating a partial vacuum
According to NFPA 1901, a discharge pressure relief valve must operate within:
correct answer 10 seconds after discharge pressure rises 30 psi above the set
level
All of the following are important reasons for maintaining inspection
documentation on an MWS apparatus EXCEPT: correct answer A. Providing proof
for warranty and claims concerning the apparatus
B. Providing evidence during equipment accident investigations
C. Determining when the equipment is due for replacement
D. Verifying that you are inspecting the correct apparatus. - Correct Answer
All of the following are methods of water discharge used at the dump site EXCEPT:
correct answer Draining
,All of the following are potential water sources for an apparatus fire pump
EXCEPT: correct answer A municipal storm drain
All of the following are types of portable water tanks EXCEPT: correct answer
Locking tanks
All of the following factors must be included when determining the total pressure
loss (TPL) EXCEPT: correct answer Pump pressure loss
All of the following statements about driving an MWS apparatus through areas of
restricted horizontal and vertical clearances are true EXCEPT: correct answer A.
Use your side view as mirrors
B. Use the appropriate turn signal - Correct Answer
C. Make sure you can see your spotter
D. Judge your MWS apparatus' clearance around obstructions
All of the following statements about static water sources are true EXCEPT:
correct answer The static water source closest to the incident should always be
used first
Allowing an MWS apparatus engine to idle over an extended period of time can
lead to all of the following EXCEPT? correct answer A. Engine wear
B. Fuel waste
, C. Engine fatigue - Correct Answer
D. Engine debris buildup
As operations proceed during water shuttles, make and break personnel at the fill
site should monitor: correct answer Ground condition
At a fill site, a cone or similar device is used to: correct answer Mark the stopping
point for an MWS apparatus
At a water shuttle operation, the amount of water dumped is the amount of
water the tank holds less: correct answer 10%
At a water shuttle operation, the second and subsequent mobile water supply
apparatuses may leave the dump site once: correct answer Their entire load has
been dumped
Before driving over a guarded railroad crossing during an emergency response:
correct answer A. look to the right; the gate will be up on the left
B. Look both right and left and proceed cautiously - Correct Answer
C. Bring the apparatus to a complete stop
D. Look to the left; the gate will be up on the right
