QUESTIONS | WITH COMPLETE SOLUTIONS.
When performing the handline nozzle test, you must discharge foam onto a
paved surface for a period of ________ seconds Answer - 30 seconds
The Application rate of Class B foam is given in: Answer - Gallons per minute
per square foot
When performing the turret ground pattern test, disregard any foam that is less
than: Answer - 1/2-inch deep
The fire apparatus test record that evaluates the overall performance of an
ARFF apparatus is used on a ______ basis Answer - Yearly
Identify TWO defensive driving exercises that must be performed as part of the
driving section of the performance test. Answer - Straight line driving and
stopping Procedures;
Lane Changes
All of the following statements about the importance of preventive
maintenance are TRUE EXCEPT that it: Answer - Decreases the amount of wear
and tear
Identify THREE TRUE statements about dry chemicals Answer - - They are
usually applied through hand lines
, -They are not effective for preventing flashback
-They are useful on running fuel fires and three- dimensional fires
Identify THREE common requirements that need to be followed when
driving/operating an ARFF apparatus. Answer - -Fire Department Rules and
Regulations
-NFPA requirements
-Federal, State and local laws
The Device most commonly used to extinguish a peripheral fire after rescue
operations are complete is the: Answer - Hand Line
Identify THREE advantages of balanced pressure foam proportioning systems
Answer - -There is no water intake pressure
-Water and foam can simultaneously be discharged from separate outlets
-Various percentages of foam solutions can be discharged from multiple
discharge outlets
In low-energy systems, air is introduced into the foam solution at or just after
the solution leaves the: Answer - Nozzle
The foam application method used for an ignited pool of liquid fuel located on
open ground is the: Answer - Roll-On Method
The agent delivery device most commonly found on ARFF apparatus is the:
Answer - Turret
All of the following affect the apparatus positioning at a crash site EXCEPT:
Answer - Time of Day