PUMPING APPARATUS DRIVER/OPERATOR HANDBOOK, 3RD EDITION CHAPTER 2|UPDATED&VERIFIED|GUARANTEED SUCCESS

Standard operating procedures (SOPs) for a systematic maintenance program should specify maintenance procedures, when they are performed, and: (30) A. who is responsible. B. bid sheets for repair procedures. C. absolute costs for each procedure. D. how often maintenance procedures can be skipped. A. who is responsible. Who should perform repair work that involves complex tools, parts, or in-depth mechanical knowledge? (30) A. Shift supervisor B. Driver/operator C. Senior firefighter D. Certified mechanic D. Certified mechanic In which situation must immediate action be taken on apparatus maintenance and inspection issues? (31) A. Whenever an issue is found, no matter how small B. When the department does not have a back-up apparatus C. When the average number of response calls is more than two per day D. For serious issues or items meeting the NFPA® 1911 "Out-of-Service" criteria D. For serious issues or items meeting the NFPA® 1911 "Out-of-Service" criteria Which of the following statements about vehicle cleanliness is MOST accurate? (32) A. Exterior cleanliness is not important; only interior cleanliness matters. B. Excessive vehicle cleanliness can often mask problems with the vehicle. C. Modern pumping apparatus rarely need to be cleaned of dirt and grime. D. Proper inspection of apparatus is easier when parts are free of dirt and grime. D. Proper inspection of apparatus is easier when parts are free of dirt and grime. When beginning a walk-around inspection, the driver/operator begins at the driver's door on the cab and works: (36) A. in whatever pattern is comfortable. B. around apparatus in a clockwise pattern. C. around apparatus in a counterclockwise pattern. D. by going back and forth to each side of the apparatus. B. around apparatus in a clockwise pattern. Tire selection for fire apparatus is based on: (38) A. length of the apparatus. B. gross axle weight ratings for the apparatus. C. longevity of the apparatus and daily intended use. D. cost parameters of the authority having jurisdiction. B. gross axle weight ratings for the apparatus. Which of the following is a function of antilock braking systems? (43) A. Enable the apparatus to stop much faster B. Decrease both brake time and reaction time C. Enable the driver/operator to focus on items other than braking D. Reduce the possibility of an apparatus going into a slide during heavy braking D. Reduce the possibility of an apparatus going into a slide during heavy braking Apparatus brakes should be thoroughly tested ____ using methods outlined in NFPA® 1911. (43) A. at least annually B. at least every two years C. a minimum of every three years D. whenever any new tires are placed on the apparatus A. at least annually Which of the following can cause charging batteries to be hazardous? (47) A. Batteries can give off carbon dioxide, which is highly toxic. B. Batteries can give off methane gas, which is highly explosive. C. Batteries can give off hydrogen gas, which is highly explosive. D. Batteries can explode violently when left on the charging station even a few minutes too long. C. Batteries can give off hydrogen gas, which is highly explosive.