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FSVO state test Questions and Correct Answers/
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The purpose of using a spotter is to
Ans: the driver by observing cross traffic the as the area in the blind spot
horizontal and vertical openings, the operator must know: To effectively judge the
ability of a vehicle to pass through areas of restricted
Ans: vehicle dimensions.
Which driving skill would not require using a spotter?
Ans: Diminishing clearance
The distance a vehicle travels from the point where you begin recognizing the
hazard until the apparatus comes to a complete stop is called the:
Ans: total stopping distance.
The confined space turnaround maneuver allows an operator to turn the
apparatus degrees
Ans: 180
Improper tire pressures may cause
Ans: poor handling
One method of performing an apparatus/pretrip inspection is the
Ans: walk-around method.
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Before shutdown the apparatus engine temperature should be allowed to stabilize
by idling it for minutes.
Ans: 3 to 5
Checking for voltage, electrolyte level, and corrosion are all steps in inspecting:
Ans: the battery.
While traveling in the center lane of a multiple-lane highway on an emergency call,
the vehicle in front of you stops. You should:
Ans: brake to reduce speed and pass on the left side of the vehicle.
The vacuum test requires a reading at the end of 5 minutes with no more than
inches of vacuum being lost.
Ans: 10
When responding to emergencies, the use of warning devices:
Ans: does not allow the driver to disregard other drivers.
When approaching unguarded railroad crossings, the driver shall:
Ans: come to a complete stop.
Level I staging may be:
Ans: used in the initial response to a fire or other incident involving more than
one responding company.
Many accidents involving apparatus are caused by the operator
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FSVO state test Questions and Correct Answers/
Latest Update / Already Graded
The purpose of using a spotter is to
Ans: the driver by observing cross traffic the as the area in the blind spot
horizontal and vertical openings, the operator must know: To effectively judge the
ability of a vehicle to pass through areas of restricted
Ans: vehicle dimensions.
Which driving skill would not require using a spotter?
Ans: Diminishing clearance
The distance a vehicle travels from the point where you begin recognizing the
hazard until the apparatus comes to a complete stop is called the:
Ans: total stopping distance.
The confined space turnaround maneuver allows an operator to turn the
apparatus degrees
Ans: 180
Improper tire pressures may cause
Ans: poor handling
One method of performing an apparatus/pretrip inspection is the
Ans: walk-around method.
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Before shutdown the apparatus engine temperature should be allowed to stabilize
by idling it for minutes.
Ans: 3 to 5
Checking for voltage, electrolyte level, and corrosion are all steps in inspecting:
Ans: the battery.
While traveling in the center lane of a multiple-lane highway on an emergency call,
the vehicle in front of you stops. You should:
Ans: brake to reduce speed and pass on the left side of the vehicle.
The vacuum test requires a reading at the end of 5 minutes with no more than
inches of vacuum being lost.
Ans: 10
When responding to emergencies, the use of warning devices:
Ans: does not allow the driver to disregard other drivers.
When approaching unguarded railroad crossings, the driver shall:
Ans: come to a complete stop.
Level I staging may be:
Ans: used in the initial response to a fire or other incident involving more than
one responding company.
Many accidents involving apparatus are caused by the operator
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