VMO EXAMINATION STUDY GUIDE 2026
QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT
ANSWERS
⩥ The number one problem with the use of hydraulic cutters is. Answer:
Rescuer abuse
⩥ Chains and hooks used with hydraulic tools should have. Answer: a
rating equal to or higher than that of the tools
⩥ Reasons for power unit failure are: Fouled plugs, no fuel. Answer:
flooded carburator
⩥ Patient access is defined as. Answer: a path to reach the patient
⩥ Performing the standing backboard requires. Answer: 3 EMS
personnel
⩥ The most common type of tractor rollover is the. Answer: side
rollover
⩥ A rear tractor rollover can occur in. Answer: 1.5 seconds
, ⩥ Rear tractor rollovers account for. Answer: 50% of all fatalities
⩥ Impact wrenches are primarily used for. Answer: door removal
⩥ A drawback to impact wrenches is that they are only good when there
is. Answer: clear access to the bolts
⩥ The maximum weight rated capacity for air bags (lift bags) is reached
at. Answer: 2 inches
⩥ An air bag (lift bag) older than 10 years (it's normal life span).
Answer: should be removed from service and inspected by the
manufacturer
⩥ Current gen Ni-Cad batteries can be left in a charger that is plugged in
at all times. True or False?. Answer: true
⩥ Torches, plasma cutters, carbon arcs and rescue saws are
recommended for extrication. True or False?. Answer: false
⩥ Lack of proper gear is the leading cause of rescuer injuries. True or
False?. Answer: True
⩥ The PTO on a tractor is most like a. Answer: Drive Shaft
QUESTIONS WITH 100% CORRECT
ANSWERS
⩥ The number one problem with the use of hydraulic cutters is. Answer:
Rescuer abuse
⩥ Chains and hooks used with hydraulic tools should have. Answer: a
rating equal to or higher than that of the tools
⩥ Reasons for power unit failure are: Fouled plugs, no fuel. Answer:
flooded carburator
⩥ Patient access is defined as. Answer: a path to reach the patient
⩥ Performing the standing backboard requires. Answer: 3 EMS
personnel
⩥ The most common type of tractor rollover is the. Answer: side
rollover
⩥ A rear tractor rollover can occur in. Answer: 1.5 seconds
, ⩥ Rear tractor rollovers account for. Answer: 50% of all fatalities
⩥ Impact wrenches are primarily used for. Answer: door removal
⩥ A drawback to impact wrenches is that they are only good when there
is. Answer: clear access to the bolts
⩥ The maximum weight rated capacity for air bags (lift bags) is reached
at. Answer: 2 inches
⩥ An air bag (lift bag) older than 10 years (it's normal life span).
Answer: should be removed from service and inspected by the
manufacturer
⩥ Current gen Ni-Cad batteries can be left in a charger that is plugged in
at all times. True or False?. Answer: true
⩥ Torches, plasma cutters, carbon arcs and rescue saws are
recommended for extrication. True or False?. Answer: false
⩥ Lack of proper gear is the leading cause of rescuer injuries. True or
False?. Answer: True
⩥ The PTO on a tractor is most like a. Answer: Drive Shaft
