AERIAL APPARATUS CDC EXAM
2024-2025
When placed on a roadway during a nighttime incident, the headlights should be -
Headlights should be set to low beam without flashing.
When parked on a longitudinal gradient, DO NOT... - ANSWER...expand or retract
the aerial device over the side of the equipment.
As aerial extension grows... - ANSWER The amount of aerial loading must
decrease.
Portable lights installed on an aerial apparatus range from 300 to 1000 watts.
What are the three factors to consider when separating the target from the
apparatus? - ANSWER: Maximum stability
-Best Climbing Angle.
-Adequate Extension
NFPA 1901: ANSWER Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus
What is a Telescoping Aerial Platform? - ANSWER Equipped with a short ladder
affixed to the boom that serves as an escape ladder for firemen operating on the
platform.
, What is an Articulating Platform? - ANSWER The boom portions are joined by a
hinge that folds and unfolds like an elbow.
When lowering the aerial platform to the target, the operator should position it 4 to
6 inches above the target.
When rescuing people from a parapet-style roof, rest a roof ladder against the aerial
ladder.
The "Knee-Sit" carry is best suited for ANSWER Conscious, adult victims who
have difficulty moving on their own.
Blitz attack master streams should only flow until the fire is contained or knocked
down.
When access to complete stabilization is restricted, the device may require
short-jacking.
The order in which the stabilizers are lifted is unimportant. (T or F) - Answer False.
It makes no difference which order these are raised.
Stabilizers are essential to prevent what from occurring? - ANSWER To prevent
the apparatus from tipping when the aerial device is extended.
Most aerial device manufacturers allow full functioning of their equipment in
winds up to: - ANSWER The maximum wind speed is 40 mph.
2024-2025
When placed on a roadway during a nighttime incident, the headlights should be -
Headlights should be set to low beam without flashing.
When parked on a longitudinal gradient, DO NOT... - ANSWER...expand or retract
the aerial device over the side of the equipment.
As aerial extension grows... - ANSWER The amount of aerial loading must
decrease.
Portable lights installed on an aerial apparatus range from 300 to 1000 watts.
What are the three factors to consider when separating the target from the
apparatus? - ANSWER: Maximum stability
-Best Climbing Angle.
-Adequate Extension
NFPA 1901: ANSWER Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus
What is a Telescoping Aerial Platform? - ANSWER Equipped with a short ladder
affixed to the boom that serves as an escape ladder for firemen operating on the
platform.
, What is an Articulating Platform? - ANSWER The boom portions are joined by a
hinge that folds and unfolds like an elbow.
When lowering the aerial platform to the target, the operator should position it 4 to
6 inches above the target.
When rescuing people from a parapet-style roof, rest a roof ladder against the aerial
ladder.
The "Knee-Sit" carry is best suited for ANSWER Conscious, adult victims who
have difficulty moving on their own.
Blitz attack master streams should only flow until the fire is contained or knocked
down.
When access to complete stabilization is restricted, the device may require
short-jacking.
The order in which the stabilizers are lifted is unimportant. (T or F) - Answer False.
It makes no difference which order these are raised.
Stabilizers are essential to prevent what from occurring? - ANSWER To prevent
the apparatus from tipping when the aerial device is extended.
Most aerial device manufacturers allow full functioning of their equipment in
winds up to: - ANSWER The maximum wind speed is 40 mph.
