CA DMV AMBULANCE TEST QUESTIONS &
ANSWERS
When using a siren Ambulance drivers should: (name 4) Correct Ans-1. assume drivers do
not hear the siren at safe distances under most conditions especially at intersections
2. assume drivers have difficulty locating the source of the siren
3. use the siren only when it is most effective
4. never pass on the right
If the driver is not fully alert increase following distances by Correct Ans-2x
Warning Lamp effectiveness may be reduced by what 3 factors?
clue:
1. LS/G
2. C w/ ts & nl
3. P Correct Ans-1. Low Sun or Glare
2. Confusion with traffic signals and neon lights
3. Their Position if mounted to high or low on the ambulance.
What would be reduced by:
,1. low sun or glare
2. confusion with traffic signals and neon lights
3. Their position if mounted to high or low on the ambulance Correct Ans-Warning Lamp
effectiveness
Ambulances will be inspected by CHP Correct Ans-initially
yearly
and
randomly
If your ambulance drivers license is revoked, you can submit a written request for a hearing
within _____ ________. Correct Ans-ten days.
To back up a vehicle, place a crew member for overwatch (where?) ... Correct Ans-... outside
to the left rear of the vehicle.
If you decide to pass a car and conditions are okay (4) Correct Ans-1. don't hesitate,
2. stay in the passing lane,
3. scan the road for unmarked intersecting roads and driveways,
4. be prepared to abort.
, If you decide to pass a car and conditions are okay ... Remember:
clues:
1. don't h_______,
2. stay in the p____________ l________,
3. ________ the road for _____ ______ _____ & ________,
4. be prepared to a________. Correct Ans-1. don't hesitate,
2. stay in the passing lane,
3. scan the road for unmarked intersecting roads and driveways,
4. be prepared to abort.
slow speeds, _________, and _____ prevents hydroplaning Correct Ans-inflated tires and
deep treads
Flashing Amber Lights should be used only for... Correct Ans-... unusual traffic hazards, until
hazard ceases to exist.
Medical conditions that require Code 3 represent ____ - ____ percent of trips Correct Ans-5
-7%
Intersections are the most likely cause of accidents because ... (4) Correct Ans-...
ANSWERS
When using a siren Ambulance drivers should: (name 4) Correct Ans-1. assume drivers do
not hear the siren at safe distances under most conditions especially at intersections
2. assume drivers have difficulty locating the source of the siren
3. use the siren only when it is most effective
4. never pass on the right
If the driver is not fully alert increase following distances by Correct Ans-2x
Warning Lamp effectiveness may be reduced by what 3 factors?
clue:
1. LS/G
2. C w/ ts & nl
3. P Correct Ans-1. Low Sun or Glare
2. Confusion with traffic signals and neon lights
3. Their Position if mounted to high or low on the ambulance.
What would be reduced by:
,1. low sun or glare
2. confusion with traffic signals and neon lights
3. Their position if mounted to high or low on the ambulance Correct Ans-Warning Lamp
effectiveness
Ambulances will be inspected by CHP Correct Ans-initially
yearly
and
randomly
If your ambulance drivers license is revoked, you can submit a written request for a hearing
within _____ ________. Correct Ans-ten days.
To back up a vehicle, place a crew member for overwatch (where?) ... Correct Ans-... outside
to the left rear of the vehicle.
If you decide to pass a car and conditions are okay (4) Correct Ans-1. don't hesitate,
2. stay in the passing lane,
3. scan the road for unmarked intersecting roads and driveways,
4. be prepared to abort.
, If you decide to pass a car and conditions are okay ... Remember:
clues:
1. don't h_______,
2. stay in the p____________ l________,
3. ________ the road for _____ ______ _____ & ________,
4. be prepared to a________. Correct Ans-1. don't hesitate,
2. stay in the passing lane,
3. scan the road for unmarked intersecting roads and driveways,
4. be prepared to abort.
slow speeds, _________, and _____ prevents hydroplaning Correct Ans-inflated tires and
deep treads
Flashing Amber Lights should be used only for... Correct Ans-... unusual traffic hazards, until
hazard ceases to exist.
Medical conditions that require Code 3 represent ____ - ____ percent of trips Correct Ans-5
-7%
Intersections are the most likely cause of accidents because ... (4) Correct Ans-...
