CEVO 5: Ambulance – CS Questions &
Answers
At ALL times, you MUST drive your ambulance with ________ ________ for the safety
of others. - ANSWERSdue regard
Each state has its own motor vehicle laws, many with laws specific to the operation of
emergency vehicles.
a. True
b. False - ANSWERSTrue
MATCHING - There are federal, state, and local laws that: - ANSWERSapply to
emergency vehicle operation
MATCHING - Organization SOPs should help clarify all laws and regulations and should
NOT: - ANSWERScontradict any applicable laws
MATCHING - Most state laws grant certain traffic regulation exceptions to ambulance
operators when: - ANSWERSoperating with lights and sirens - know your state's laws
MATCHING - At ALL times, you MUST operate your ambulance: - ANSWERSwith due
regard for the safety of others
MATCHING - Follow ALL organizational policies: - ANSWERSfor driver training and
testing
MATCHING - To avoid missing important items, conduct your: - ANSWERSambulance
inspection the same way each time
MATCHING - Review the previous checklist: - ANSWERSbefore starting a new
inspection
MATCHING - Understand your organization's procedure for how to: - ANSWERSreport
any defects found during an inspection
, MATCHING - Do NOT operate the ambulance until: - ANSWERSprior defects have
been addressed
MATCHING - Follow ALL organization policies and maintain accurate records
regarding: - ANSWERSinspections and maintenance
Properly adjusted mirrors will eliminate ALL blind spots around your ambulance.
a. True
b. False - ANSWERSFalse
MATCHING - Because of its size and weight, ambulances: - ANSWERShandle much
differently than most personal vehicles
MATCHING - Get training and practice driving: - ANSWERSALL the ambulances used
in your organization
MATCHING - Slow down around corners; accelerate and stop: - ANSWERSgradually
and smoothly
MATCHING - Crash data shows that most ambulance occupants: - ANSWERSare NOT
waring seat belts during crashes
MATCHING - Speak up, and make sure everyone inside the ambulance: - ANSWERSis
buckled up and properly restrained
MATCHING - Everyone's safety - yours, your crews' and your patients' - depends: -
ANSWERSon your state of physical and mental fitness
How far ahead should you scan in city-like environments? - ANSWERSAt least to the
next intersection
How far ahead should you scan on highways? - ANSWERS12-15 seconds or quarter of
a mile
What is the recommended following distance in ideal conditions when traveling at 40
mph or slower? - ANSWERS4 seconds
What is the recommended following distance in ideal conditions when traveling over 40
mph? - ANSWERS5 seconds
What are the components of your total stopping distance? - ANSWERSPerception
distance + reaction distance + brake lag distance + braking distance
MATCHING - Scan 12-15 seconds down the road so: - ANSWERSyou're NOT surprised
by changing traffic patterns or hazards
Answers
At ALL times, you MUST drive your ambulance with ________ ________ for the safety
of others. - ANSWERSdue regard
Each state has its own motor vehicle laws, many with laws specific to the operation of
emergency vehicles.
a. True
b. False - ANSWERSTrue
MATCHING - There are federal, state, and local laws that: - ANSWERSapply to
emergency vehicle operation
MATCHING - Organization SOPs should help clarify all laws and regulations and should
NOT: - ANSWERScontradict any applicable laws
MATCHING - Most state laws grant certain traffic regulation exceptions to ambulance
operators when: - ANSWERSoperating with lights and sirens - know your state's laws
MATCHING - At ALL times, you MUST operate your ambulance: - ANSWERSwith due
regard for the safety of others
MATCHING - Follow ALL organizational policies: - ANSWERSfor driver training and
testing
MATCHING - To avoid missing important items, conduct your: - ANSWERSambulance
inspection the same way each time
MATCHING - Review the previous checklist: - ANSWERSbefore starting a new
inspection
MATCHING - Understand your organization's procedure for how to: - ANSWERSreport
any defects found during an inspection
, MATCHING - Do NOT operate the ambulance until: - ANSWERSprior defects have
been addressed
MATCHING - Follow ALL organization policies and maintain accurate records
regarding: - ANSWERSinspections and maintenance
Properly adjusted mirrors will eliminate ALL blind spots around your ambulance.
a. True
b. False - ANSWERSFalse
MATCHING - Because of its size and weight, ambulances: - ANSWERShandle much
differently than most personal vehicles
MATCHING - Get training and practice driving: - ANSWERSALL the ambulances used
in your organization
MATCHING - Slow down around corners; accelerate and stop: - ANSWERSgradually
and smoothly
MATCHING - Crash data shows that most ambulance occupants: - ANSWERSare NOT
waring seat belts during crashes
MATCHING - Speak up, and make sure everyone inside the ambulance: - ANSWERSis
buckled up and properly restrained
MATCHING - Everyone's safety - yours, your crews' and your patients' - depends: -
ANSWERSon your state of physical and mental fitness
How far ahead should you scan in city-like environments? - ANSWERSAt least to the
next intersection
How far ahead should you scan on highways? - ANSWERS12-15 seconds or quarter of
a mile
What is the recommended following distance in ideal conditions when traveling at 40
mph or slower? - ANSWERS4 seconds
What is the recommended following distance in ideal conditions when traveling over 40
mph? - ANSWERS5 seconds
What are the components of your total stopping distance? - ANSWERSPerception
distance + reaction distance + brake lag distance + braking distance
MATCHING - Scan 12-15 seconds down the road so: - ANSWERSyou're NOT surprised
by changing traffic patterns or hazards
