Ambulance DMV Exam UPDATED
ACTUAL Questions and CORRECT
Answers
High speed patient transportation is usually unnecessary, but the 5-7% that probably require
"Code 3" transport include - CORRECT ANSWER - Uncontrolled hemorrhage,
uncontrolled cardiovascular or respiratory impairment, complicated impending childbirth
You must demonstrate your ability to safely operate an ambulance to - CORRECT
ANSWER - Your employer
When driving an ambulance "Code 3" the driver should - CORRECT ANSWER - Avoid
passing vehicles on their right
If your ambulance driver certificate has been revoked for reckless driving, you may reapply after
a period of not less than - CORRECT ANSWER - One year
The ambulance driver is required to inspect the ambulance - CORRECT ANSWER - Prior
to operation
While driving under "Code 3" exemptions, you may disobey a red stop signal only if -
CORRECT ANSWER - The ambulance speed is slowed to 15 MPH
Even if you possess an ambulance driver certificate, you may not respond to an emergency call -
CORRECT ANSWER - If your drivers license has been suspended, if your EMT
certificate has expired, or if your medical certificate was not issued within the last two years
When must a trainee not be substituted for a qualified ambulance attendant? - CORRECT
ANSWER - If no qualified attendant is available, if the trainee has completed an advanced
first-aid course, and if the trainee is enrolled in an approved EMT-1A course
, Every ambulance driver must be trained to use all the required ambulance equipment and to
assist the attendant in care of the injured - CORRECT ANSWER - Before responding to an
emergency call
In order to maintain a valid ambulance driver certificate you must pass a physical examination -
CORRECT ANSWER - Every two years
The amber warning lamps on the ambulance may be displayed only - CORRECT
ANSWER - When an unusual traffic hazard exists
The red warning lamps on the ambulance may be displayed - CORRECT ANSWER -
When responding to an emergency call, when an extreme hazard exists, and when speed in
transporting the patient is essential
A tire may not be used on an ambulance when it is so worn that the tread depth in any two
adjacent grooves is less than - CORRECT ANSWER - 1/32 of an inch
Unless specifically exempted, a new ambulance driver must obtain a valid EMT-1 (ambulance)
certificate - CORRECT ANSWER - Within one year of employment
A conviction that has been set aside or dismissed following probation as permitted by Penal
Code Section 1203.4 - CORRECT ANSWER - Is considered a conviction regardless of the
dismissal
Authority for the management of the scene of a traffic accident involving injuries is vested in the
- CORRECT ANSWER - Public safety agency having investigative authority
Temporary Certificate becomes void after - CORRECT ANSWER - 180 days
Regular Certificate is issued not to exceed ___ years and will expire as the applicant's driver's
license expires - CORRECT ANSWER - Five
ACTUAL Questions and CORRECT
Answers
High speed patient transportation is usually unnecessary, but the 5-7% that probably require
"Code 3" transport include - CORRECT ANSWER - Uncontrolled hemorrhage,
uncontrolled cardiovascular or respiratory impairment, complicated impending childbirth
You must demonstrate your ability to safely operate an ambulance to - CORRECT
ANSWER - Your employer
When driving an ambulance "Code 3" the driver should - CORRECT ANSWER - Avoid
passing vehicles on their right
If your ambulance driver certificate has been revoked for reckless driving, you may reapply after
a period of not less than - CORRECT ANSWER - One year
The ambulance driver is required to inspect the ambulance - CORRECT ANSWER - Prior
to operation
While driving under "Code 3" exemptions, you may disobey a red stop signal only if -
CORRECT ANSWER - The ambulance speed is slowed to 15 MPH
Even if you possess an ambulance driver certificate, you may not respond to an emergency call -
CORRECT ANSWER - If your drivers license has been suspended, if your EMT
certificate has expired, or if your medical certificate was not issued within the last two years
When must a trainee not be substituted for a qualified ambulance attendant? - CORRECT
ANSWER - If no qualified attendant is available, if the trainee has completed an advanced
first-aid course, and if the trainee is enrolled in an approved EMT-1A course
, Every ambulance driver must be trained to use all the required ambulance equipment and to
assist the attendant in care of the injured - CORRECT ANSWER - Before responding to an
emergency call
In order to maintain a valid ambulance driver certificate you must pass a physical examination -
CORRECT ANSWER - Every two years
The amber warning lamps on the ambulance may be displayed only - CORRECT
ANSWER - When an unusual traffic hazard exists
The red warning lamps on the ambulance may be displayed - CORRECT ANSWER -
When responding to an emergency call, when an extreme hazard exists, and when speed in
transporting the patient is essential
A tire may not be used on an ambulance when it is so worn that the tread depth in any two
adjacent grooves is less than - CORRECT ANSWER - 1/32 of an inch
Unless specifically exempted, a new ambulance driver must obtain a valid EMT-1 (ambulance)
certificate - CORRECT ANSWER - Within one year of employment
A conviction that has been set aside or dismissed following probation as permitted by Penal
Code Section 1203.4 - CORRECT ANSWER - Is considered a conviction regardless of the
dismissal
Authority for the management of the scene of a traffic accident involving injuries is vested in the
- CORRECT ANSWER - Public safety agency having investigative authority
Temporary Certificate becomes void after - CORRECT ANSWER - 180 days
Regular Certificate is issued not to exceed ___ years and will expire as the applicant's driver's
license expires - CORRECT ANSWER - Five
