FSVO State Test 2024 [100% Correct]

FSVO State Test 2024 [100% Correct] ___% of the apparatus weight is on the front axle and ___% of the apparatus weight is on the rear axle. *Ans* 33 & 66 An apparatus should drastically begin reducing apparatus speed at least ___ft. before the incident. *Ans* 500 At a working fire, what apparatus has the highest priority for position? *Ans* Aerial apparatus Before responding to an emergency from the station the driver should do what? *Ans* Assure everyone is wearing their seatbelt Drivers who are found guilty/at fault for an accident involving an apparatus may be prosecuted in what court(s)? *Ans* Both criminal and civil court During an emergency response, ___ present the greatest potential danger to an apparatus. *Ans* Intersections If engine doesn't start within ___ seconds, release the starter switch, and allow the motor to cool for ___ minutes before trying again. *Ans* 30 & 2 If possible, how long should you allow the apparatus to cool off before shutting it off? *Ans* 3-5 minutes Many FDs allow fire apparatus to exceed the posted speed limit by how many mph? *Ans* 10 mph Most accidents on an apparatus are caused by the operator doing what? *Ans* Misunderstanding the capabilities of the apparatus Shutting down a Diesel engine immediately after an operation can result in what? *Ans* Turbo seizure Standard for a Fire and Emergency Service Vehicle Operations Training Program *Ans* NFPA 1451 Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications *Ans* NFPA 1002 The air pressure on an apparatus equipped with air brakes should build to a sufficient level in order for the vehicle to operate within how many seconds of starting? *Ans* 60 The driver/operator position the apparatus ___ft. before or after the incident address. *Ans* 100 The low air pressure warning alarm will activate when the pressure falls below ___ psi. *Ans* The parking brake is required, by NFPA 1901, to hold the apparatus on at least a ___% grade. *Ans* 20 The steering wheel should be no more than how many degrees in each direction? *Ans* 10º 60 The vacuum test requires a reading at the end of 5 minutes during which no more than ___ inches of vacuum should be lost. *Ans* 10 To be the driver of a pumper, a FF would need to be proficient in which NFPA chapters? *Ans* 4 & 5 To ensure a safe following distance, what rule should you use? *Ans* weather is bad) 3-second rule (6-second rule if True or False: When backing an apparatus, the driver/operator should not turn his or her head to look backward. *Ans* True Unless specifically exempt, the fire apparatus driver/operators are generally subject to any/all: *Ans* Statutes, rules, regulations, and ordinances What % of accidents are rear end? *Ans* 11 What % of accidents are related to drivers error? *Ans* What % of accidents involve overturn? *Ans* 13 What % of accidents occur at intersections? *Ans* 53 24 What % of braking should be done in a straight line before entering a corner/turn? *Ans* What % of FFs are killed responding to/returning from calls? *Ans* What are the 3 classes of traffic vests? *Ans* Class 1= lowest level of visibility Class 2= middle level Class 3= highest level of visibility 90