ARFF DRIVER - Operator Exam
Questions and Complete Solutions
Graded A+
1 .The key thing to remember when conducting a inspection of an ARFF apparatus is? - Answer: be
systematic
2. When performing the hand line nozzle test, you must discharge foam onto a paved surface for a
period of? - Answer: 30 seconds
3. The overall performance of an ARFF apparatus is evaluated on a ____ basis - Answer: Yearly
4. Where should you avoid parking when responding to a railroad scene - Answer: on the opposite side
of the track from the incident
5. The airfield area that is used for luggage handling, A/C refueling and personnel is the _____ - Answer:
Ramps
6. All if the following statements about the importance of preventive maintenance are TRUE except that
it? - Answer: Decrease amount of wear and tear
7. During the expansion and drainage test, note and record the level of accumulated solution in the
bottom of the cylinder every _____ seconds? - Answer: 30 seconds
8. It is recommended that fuel, oil, and mileage records be updated? - Answer: As determined by the
authority having jurisdiction
9. When planning a response route involving an ARFF apparatus, what should you always identify? -
Answer: all height, weight, and width restricted areas that your apparatus may encounter
10. Alternating red and green lights from the tower indicate to? - Answer: Proceed with caution
, 11. Proper operation of the foam transfer pump should be inspected how often? - Answer: Weekly
12. When preparing for the turret ground pattern test how must the turrets be positioned? - Answer:
Turret must be tilted upward at least 30 degrees angle with the horizontal
13. Items that are inspected on a periodic basis are usually preformed on a ------ to ------ basis - Answer:
On 4 to 12 month basis
What is breaking distance? - Answer: The Distance an apparatus travels from the time the brakes are
applied until it comes to a complete stop.
What is Reaction distance? - Answer: Time it takes to transfer foot from accelerator to brake.
What is Total breaking distance? - Answer: Is the sum of the driver/operators reaction distance and
braking distance.
15. An instrument landing system (ILS) critical area sign has a white inscription on a red back ground,
what type of sign is this? - Answer: Mandatory instruction sign
16. Identify TWO safety issues that you must make sure of prior to opening the engine access door? -
Answer: Engine is shut down
There is sufficient clearance to open the compartment access door
17. For the hand line nozzle test, tilt the hand line nozzle upward to form a? - Answer: 30 degree angel
with the horizontal
18. Identify three items that should be included on a weekly check? - Answer: Intake strainer
• Foam transfer pump
• Pump pressure control device
Questions and Complete Solutions
Graded A+
1 .The key thing to remember when conducting a inspection of an ARFF apparatus is? - Answer: be
systematic
2. When performing the hand line nozzle test, you must discharge foam onto a paved surface for a
period of? - Answer: 30 seconds
3. The overall performance of an ARFF apparatus is evaluated on a ____ basis - Answer: Yearly
4. Where should you avoid parking when responding to a railroad scene - Answer: on the opposite side
of the track from the incident
5. The airfield area that is used for luggage handling, A/C refueling and personnel is the _____ - Answer:
Ramps
6. All if the following statements about the importance of preventive maintenance are TRUE except that
it? - Answer: Decrease amount of wear and tear
7. During the expansion and drainage test, note and record the level of accumulated solution in the
bottom of the cylinder every _____ seconds? - Answer: 30 seconds
8. It is recommended that fuel, oil, and mileage records be updated? - Answer: As determined by the
authority having jurisdiction
9. When planning a response route involving an ARFF apparatus, what should you always identify? -
Answer: all height, weight, and width restricted areas that your apparatus may encounter
10. Alternating red and green lights from the tower indicate to? - Answer: Proceed with caution
, 11. Proper operation of the foam transfer pump should be inspected how often? - Answer: Weekly
12. When preparing for the turret ground pattern test how must the turrets be positioned? - Answer:
Turret must be tilted upward at least 30 degrees angle with the horizontal
13. Items that are inspected on a periodic basis are usually preformed on a ------ to ------ basis - Answer:
On 4 to 12 month basis
What is breaking distance? - Answer: The Distance an apparatus travels from the time the brakes are
applied until it comes to a complete stop.
What is Reaction distance? - Answer: Time it takes to transfer foot from accelerator to brake.
What is Total breaking distance? - Answer: Is the sum of the driver/operators reaction distance and
braking distance.
15. An instrument landing system (ILS) critical area sign has a white inscription on a red back ground,
what type of sign is this? - Answer: Mandatory instruction sign
16. Identify TWO safety issues that you must make sure of prior to opening the engine access door? -
Answer: Engine is shut down
There is sufficient clearance to open the compartment access door
17. For the hand line nozzle test, tilt the hand line nozzle upward to form a? - Answer: 30 degree angel
with the horizontal
18. Identify three items that should be included on a weekly check? - Answer: Intake strainer
• Foam transfer pump
• Pump pressure control device
