Aerial CDC
Hydraulic systems in aerial apparatus are used to: - Answer-Stabilize the apparatus and extend the
aerial device
Identify Three conditions where you should drive an aerial apparatus in low gear. - Answer-1. Climbing a
hill
2. Traveling around a corner
3. Approaching an intersection
When checking the hydraulic fluid level: - Answer-Use a dipstick or sight gauge
Select three elements of the aerial device that must be visually inspected. - Answer-1. Elevating
platform assembly
2. Ladder rungs
3. Equipment
The function of the hydraulic system is to: - Answer-Provide power for operating the various hydraulic
components needed to stabilize the apparatus and operate the aerial device
Select three areas that should be checked when looking at tires. - Answer-1. Condition
, 2. Type
3. Inflation
A liquid surge effect may occur: - Answer-When an aerial apparatus's tank is not completely full
A turntable's function is best described as: - Answer-Provides continuous rotation on a horizontal plane
When maintaining aerial apparatus records, you should always: - Answer-Refer to your department's
SOP's for specific guidance
The most common type of aerial fire apparatus operated in North America is the: - Answer-Aerial ladder
apparatus
To check the overall condition of the engine and pump, perform the: - Answer-Pumping test
Identify three features of elevated platform waterway systems. - Answer-1. Attack lines
2. Two nozzles at the platform
3. Handlines
Aerial apparatus driver/operators are regulated by: - Answer-All of the above
Identify five major features or functions of quints. - Answer-1. size of the water tank
2. amount of supply and attack hose
3. array and length of grounds ladders
4. pre-piped waterway on the aerial apparatus
5. size of the fire pump.
Hydraulic systems in aerial apparatus are used to: - Answer-Stabilize the apparatus and extend the
aerial device
Identify Three conditions where you should drive an aerial apparatus in low gear. - Answer-1. Climbing a
hill
2. Traveling around a corner
3. Approaching an intersection
When checking the hydraulic fluid level: - Answer-Use a dipstick or sight gauge
Select three elements of the aerial device that must be visually inspected. - Answer-1. Elevating
platform assembly
2. Ladder rungs
3. Equipment
The function of the hydraulic system is to: - Answer-Provide power for operating the various hydraulic
components needed to stabilize the apparatus and operate the aerial device
Select three areas that should be checked when looking at tires. - Answer-1. Condition
, 2. Type
3. Inflation
A liquid surge effect may occur: - Answer-When an aerial apparatus's tank is not completely full
A turntable's function is best described as: - Answer-Provides continuous rotation on a horizontal plane
When maintaining aerial apparatus records, you should always: - Answer-Refer to your department's
SOP's for specific guidance
The most common type of aerial fire apparatus operated in North America is the: - Answer-Aerial ladder
apparatus
To check the overall condition of the engine and pump, perform the: - Answer-Pumping test
Identify three features of elevated platform waterway systems. - Answer-1. Attack lines
2. Two nozzles at the platform
3. Handlines
Aerial apparatus driver/operators are regulated by: - Answer-All of the above
Identify five major features or functions of quints. - Answer-1. size of the water tank
2. amount of supply and attack hose
3. array and length of grounds ladders
4. pre-piped waterway on the aerial apparatus
5. size of the fire pump.
