Aerial Operator Quiz 1 Questions and
Answers (Graded A)
Which Items should be specified in a systematic maintenance program? - ANSWER-(C)
Maintenance procedures, When they are preformed, and who is responsible.
Which statement about the driver/operator and maintain responsibilities is MOST accurate? -
ANSWER-(B)
The driver/operator is often able to correct minor deficiencies.
Which would be an appropriate option for a systematic maintenance program? - ANSWER-(A)
Contract out repair work.
Why should a driver/operator use an inspection checklist? - ANSWER-(D)
Ensures the driver/operator conducts a uniform and complete inspection.
What should a driver/operator do when a piece of equipment onboard found broken, defense, or in
need of any type of repair? - ANSWER-(D)
Follow the established policy of the AHJ for documenting, reporting, and following up on status of
repair.
What can cause a corrosive effect on steel body components? - ANSWER-(D)
Road salt used during inclement weather.
What is the function of diesel particulate filters (DPF)? - ANSWER-(D)
Provide for cleaner emissions from diesel engines.
Engines produced after January 1, 2010, may be equipped with an exhaust after-treatment system
called Selective Catalyst Reductant (SCR) that: - ANSWER-(C)
Uses Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) to help further reduce emissions.
, What is an adverse effect to over cleaning fire apparatus? - ANSWER-(D)
May remove lubrication from the chassis, engine, pump, and underbody.
What should be done during the first six months after an apparatus is received? - ANSWER-(C)
Wash frequently using cold water.
What should be used to clean automotive glass? - ANSWER-(D)
Commercial glass cleaner in conjunction with a clean cloth rag.
When cleaning the interior of an apparatus using cleaning agents: - ANSWER-(C)
Ventilate the cab or crew riding area.
Before using any waxes or polishes on a fire apparatus: - ANSWER-(A)
Reference the manufacturer's manual.
When preforming a walk-around inspection, the driver/operator begins inspection at the: - ANSWER-
(C)
Driver's door on the cab and works around apparatus in a clockwise pattern.
When conduction a walk-around inspection, who should the driver/operator talk to in order to get
the MOST accurate impression of how the vehicle last operated? - ANSWER-(A)
Last person to drive apparatus.
What should driver/operator look for when approaching a vehicle to be inspected? - ANSWER-(B)
Terrain on which vehicle is parked.
When examining tire condition, driver/operators should check: - ANSWER-(C)
Excessive wear on the sidewalls.
According to NFPA 1911, tires must be replaced every: - ANSWER-(C)
Seven Years
Answers (Graded A)
Which Items should be specified in a systematic maintenance program? - ANSWER-(C)
Maintenance procedures, When they are preformed, and who is responsible.
Which statement about the driver/operator and maintain responsibilities is MOST accurate? -
ANSWER-(B)
The driver/operator is often able to correct minor deficiencies.
Which would be an appropriate option for a systematic maintenance program? - ANSWER-(A)
Contract out repair work.
Why should a driver/operator use an inspection checklist? - ANSWER-(D)
Ensures the driver/operator conducts a uniform and complete inspection.
What should a driver/operator do when a piece of equipment onboard found broken, defense, or in
need of any type of repair? - ANSWER-(D)
Follow the established policy of the AHJ for documenting, reporting, and following up on status of
repair.
What can cause a corrosive effect on steel body components? - ANSWER-(D)
Road salt used during inclement weather.
What is the function of diesel particulate filters (DPF)? - ANSWER-(D)
Provide for cleaner emissions from diesel engines.
Engines produced after January 1, 2010, may be equipped with an exhaust after-treatment system
called Selective Catalyst Reductant (SCR) that: - ANSWER-(C)
Uses Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) to help further reduce emissions.
, What is an adverse effect to over cleaning fire apparatus? - ANSWER-(D)
May remove lubrication from the chassis, engine, pump, and underbody.
What should be done during the first six months after an apparatus is received? - ANSWER-(C)
Wash frequently using cold water.
What should be used to clean automotive glass? - ANSWER-(D)
Commercial glass cleaner in conjunction with a clean cloth rag.
When cleaning the interior of an apparatus using cleaning agents: - ANSWER-(C)
Ventilate the cab or crew riding area.
Before using any waxes or polishes on a fire apparatus: - ANSWER-(A)
Reference the manufacturer's manual.
When preforming a walk-around inspection, the driver/operator begins inspection at the: - ANSWER-
(C)
Driver's door on the cab and works around apparatus in a clockwise pattern.
When conduction a walk-around inspection, who should the driver/operator talk to in order to get
the MOST accurate impression of how the vehicle last operated? - ANSWER-(A)
Last person to drive apparatus.
What should driver/operator look for when approaching a vehicle to be inspected? - ANSWER-(B)
Terrain on which vehicle is parked.
When examining tire condition, driver/operators should check: - ANSWER-(C)
Excessive wear on the sidewalls.
According to NFPA 1911, tires must be replaced every: - ANSWER-(C)
Seven Years
