Driver/Operator Exam 3 Questions With Complete
Solutions
________ is pressure gained when the nozzle is below the
pump? Correct Answers Elevation gain
________ is pressure lost when the nozzle is above the pump.
Correct Answers Elevation loss
A 360-degree inspection refers to a(n): Correct Answers
complete walk-around inspection of the unit before you go on a
response
A warning alarm must activate when pressure in the air system
falls below: Correct Answers 60 psi (414 kPa).
An engine should cool for at least ______ minutes before the
driver/operator attempts to check the oil level. Correct Answers
15
As a general rule, a driver/operator should not exceed a pump
discharge pressure of ________ when supplying water to a
standpipe system. Correct Answers 200 psi (1378 kPa)
Determine how many additional lines can be opened when the
hydrant static pressure on the pump intake gauge is 80 psi (552
kPa), the driver flows several attack lines with a total flow of
300 gallons/min (1135 L/min), and the residual pressure drops to
70 psi (483 kPa). Correct Answers 2
, Determine the pump discharge pressure for supplying a prepiped
elevated master stream through 200 ft (60 m) of 4-inch (102-
mm) hose, where the aerial is raised to 80 ft (24 m) and has a 2-
inch (50-mm) tip rated at 80 psi (550 kPa). Correct Answers
190 psi (1310 kPa)
For most fire departments, the largest number of fire apparatus
accidents is related to: Correct Answers backing the apparatus
Friction loss is measured in: Correct Answers psi or kPa
How long should a fire apparatus be at idle prior to shutting
down the engine? Correct Answers 3-5 minutes
How would a driver/operator disconnect all electrical power to a
fire apparatus to prevent discharge while it is not in use? Correct
Answers Use the battery selector switch
If the fire apparatus engine does not start within 30 seconds after
the starter has been engaged, release the starter switch and allow
the starter motor to cool for ______________ before attempting
to start it again. Correct Answers 2 minutes
In accordance with NFPA 1901, a fire apparatus with a
completely discharged air system must be able to move within
_____________ of start-up. Correct Answers 1 minute
In order to properly maneuver the fire apparatus around objects
at the scene, NFPA 1002 requires the driver/operator to
successfully perform a ___________________ exercise that is
Solutions
________ is pressure gained when the nozzle is below the
pump? Correct Answers Elevation gain
________ is pressure lost when the nozzle is above the pump.
Correct Answers Elevation loss
A 360-degree inspection refers to a(n): Correct Answers
complete walk-around inspection of the unit before you go on a
response
A warning alarm must activate when pressure in the air system
falls below: Correct Answers 60 psi (414 kPa).
An engine should cool for at least ______ minutes before the
driver/operator attempts to check the oil level. Correct Answers
15
As a general rule, a driver/operator should not exceed a pump
discharge pressure of ________ when supplying water to a
standpipe system. Correct Answers 200 psi (1378 kPa)
Determine how many additional lines can be opened when the
hydrant static pressure on the pump intake gauge is 80 psi (552
kPa), the driver flows several attack lines with a total flow of
300 gallons/min (1135 L/min), and the residual pressure drops to
70 psi (483 kPa). Correct Answers 2
, Determine the pump discharge pressure for supplying a prepiped
elevated master stream through 200 ft (60 m) of 4-inch (102-
mm) hose, where the aerial is raised to 80 ft (24 m) and has a 2-
inch (50-mm) tip rated at 80 psi (550 kPa). Correct Answers
190 psi (1310 kPa)
For most fire departments, the largest number of fire apparatus
accidents is related to: Correct Answers backing the apparatus
Friction loss is measured in: Correct Answers psi or kPa
How long should a fire apparatus be at idle prior to shutting
down the engine? Correct Answers 3-5 minutes
How would a driver/operator disconnect all electrical power to a
fire apparatus to prevent discharge while it is not in use? Correct
Answers Use the battery selector switch
If the fire apparatus engine does not start within 30 seconds after
the starter has been engaged, release the starter switch and allow
the starter motor to cool for ______________ before attempting
to start it again. Correct Answers 2 minutes
In accordance with NFPA 1901, a fire apparatus with a
completely discharged air system must be able to move within
_____________ of start-up. Correct Answers 1 minute
In order to properly maneuver the fire apparatus around objects
at the scene, NFPA 1002 requires the driver/operator to
successfully perform a ___________________ exercise that is
