Pumping Apparatus
Driver/Operator Final Test 2023-
2024 /50 Questions And Answers
(A+)
Quiz :According to NFPA® 1901, fire department pumpers
should have a water tank capacity of at least:
Select one:
a. 100 gallons (400 liters).
b. 250 gallons (1 000 liters).
c. 300 gallons (1 200 liters).
d. 750 gallons (3 000 liters).
See page 14 - √Answer :c. 300 gallons (1 200 liters).
Quiz :What is the function of mobile water supply apparatus?
Select one:
a. Transport water to areas where a water system is
nonexistent or inadequate
b. Limit the amount of hose necessary to fight fires in highly
populated areas
c. Transport water to areas where more than one apparatus is
needed for suppression
d. Act as a backup water supply system to conventional
sources of water at structural fires
See page 17 - √Answer :a. Transport water to areas where a
water system is nonexistent or inadequate
Quiz :When a mobile water supply apparatus is parked in close
proximity to the fire scene and pumpers are using its supply
during suppression operations, the water tender is being used:
Select one:
a. as an intermittent source.
b. as a secondary operation.
, c. in a mobile shuttle operation.
d. as a stationary reservoir or "nurse tender."
See page 18 - √Answer :d. as a stationary reservoir or "nurse
tender."
Quiz :Which apparatus is MOST likely to have a pump and roll
system that allows apparatus to be driven while discharging
water?
Select one:
a. Wildland fire apparatus
b. Aircraft rescue and fire apparatus
c. Aerial apparatus equipped with fire pumps
d. Rescue apparatus equipped with fire pumps
See page 19 - √Answer :a. Wildland fire apparatus
Quiz :Which statement about the driver/operator and
maintenance responsibilities is MOST accurate?
Select one:
a. All maintenance is generally contracted out to a service
shop.
b. The driver/operator is often able to correct minor
deficiencies.
c. The driver/operator performs all maintenance of the
apparatus.
d. A certified mechanic must perform all maintenance on the
apparatus.
See page 30 - √Answer :b. The driver/operator is often able to
correct minor deficiencies.
Quiz :What should a driver/operator do when a piece of
equipment onboard is found broken, defective, or in need of
any type of repair?
Select one:
a. Immediately take the apparatus out of service
b. Contact the department mechanic or contract service shop
Driver/Operator Final Test 2023-
2024 /50 Questions And Answers
(A+)
Quiz :According to NFPA® 1901, fire department pumpers
should have a water tank capacity of at least:
Select one:
a. 100 gallons (400 liters).
b. 250 gallons (1 000 liters).
c. 300 gallons (1 200 liters).
d. 750 gallons (3 000 liters).
See page 14 - √Answer :c. 300 gallons (1 200 liters).
Quiz :What is the function of mobile water supply apparatus?
Select one:
a. Transport water to areas where a water system is
nonexistent or inadequate
b. Limit the amount of hose necessary to fight fires in highly
populated areas
c. Transport water to areas where more than one apparatus is
needed for suppression
d. Act as a backup water supply system to conventional
sources of water at structural fires
See page 17 - √Answer :a. Transport water to areas where a
water system is nonexistent or inadequate
Quiz :When a mobile water supply apparatus is parked in close
proximity to the fire scene and pumpers are using its supply
during suppression operations, the water tender is being used:
Select one:
a. as an intermittent source.
b. as a secondary operation.
, c. in a mobile shuttle operation.
d. as a stationary reservoir or "nurse tender."
See page 18 - √Answer :d. as a stationary reservoir or "nurse
tender."
Quiz :Which apparatus is MOST likely to have a pump and roll
system that allows apparatus to be driven while discharging
water?
Select one:
a. Wildland fire apparatus
b. Aircraft rescue and fire apparatus
c. Aerial apparatus equipped with fire pumps
d. Rescue apparatus equipped with fire pumps
See page 19 - √Answer :a. Wildland fire apparatus
Quiz :Which statement about the driver/operator and
maintenance responsibilities is MOST accurate?
Select one:
a. All maintenance is generally contracted out to a service
shop.
b. The driver/operator is often able to correct minor
deficiencies.
c. The driver/operator performs all maintenance of the
apparatus.
d. A certified mechanic must perform all maintenance on the
apparatus.
See page 30 - √Answer :b. The driver/operator is often able to
correct minor deficiencies.
Quiz :What should a driver/operator do when a piece of
equipment onboard is found broken, defective, or in need of
any type of repair?
Select one:
a. Immediately take the apparatus out of service
b. Contact the department mechanic or contract service shop
