Emergency Vehicle Driver - Chapter 2 questions
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According to NFPA 1911, tires must be replaced every: Ans✓✓✓-Seven years.
Apparatuses with air brakes are to be equipped with an air pressure protection
valve that prevents air horns or other non-essential devices from being operated
when the pressure in the air reservoir drops below: Ans✓✓✓-80 psi (560 kPa).
Before using any waxes or polishes on a fire apparatus: Ans✓✓✓-Reference the
manufacturer's manual.
Engines produced after January 1, 2010 may be equipped with an exhaust after-
treatment system called Selective Catalyst Reductant (SCR) that: Ans✓✓✓-Uses
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) to help further reduce
emissions.
Fire pumps are tested at regularly scheduled intervals to compare actual
performance to: Ans✓✓✓-Specific standards.
How often should apparatus brakes be thoroughly tested? Ans✓✓✓-Annually
(According to NFPA 1911).
In a manual transmission, EXCESSIVE FREEPLAY of the pedal may: Ans✓✓✓-
Result in the clutch not releasing completely.
In general, steering wheel play should be no more than approximately: Ans✓✓✓-
10 degrees in either direction.
, On apparatuses equipped with air brakes, if the engine must be run longer than
the specified period of time to build sufficient air pressure: Ans✓✓✓-The
apparatus should be inspected and repaired by a certified mechanic.
The component in a load management system that turns on various lights at
specified intervals so the startup electrical load for all devices does not occur at
same time is called the: Ans✓✓✓-Load Sequencer .
The engine compartment where linkages, fuel injectors, or other controls are
located: Ans✓✓✓-May become inoperable due to the collection of dirt.
The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is the: Ans✓✓✓-Maximum weight at
which a vehicle can be safely operated on roadways in ideal conditions.
Tire selections for fire apparatuses are based on: Ans✓✓✓-Gross axle weight
ratings for the apparatus.
What is the function of Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF)? Ans✓✓✓-Provide for
cleaner emissions from diesel engines.
What should a driver/operator do when a piece of equipment onboard is found
broken, defective, or in need of any type of repair? Ans✓✓✓-Follow the
established policy of the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for documenting,
reporting, and following up on status of repair.
What should be done during the first six months after an apparatus is received?
Ans✓✓✓-Wash frequently using COLD water.
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According to NFPA 1911, tires must be replaced every: Ans✓✓✓-Seven years.
Apparatuses with air brakes are to be equipped with an air pressure protection
valve that prevents air horns or other non-essential devices from being operated
when the pressure in the air reservoir drops below: Ans✓✓✓-80 psi (560 kPa).
Before using any waxes or polishes on a fire apparatus: Ans✓✓✓-Reference the
manufacturer's manual.
Engines produced after January 1, 2010 may be equipped with an exhaust after-
treatment system called Selective Catalyst Reductant (SCR) that: Ans✓✓✓-Uses
Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) to help further reduce
emissions.
Fire pumps are tested at regularly scheduled intervals to compare actual
performance to: Ans✓✓✓-Specific standards.
How often should apparatus brakes be thoroughly tested? Ans✓✓✓-Annually
(According to NFPA 1911).
In a manual transmission, EXCESSIVE FREEPLAY of the pedal may: Ans✓✓✓-
Result in the clutch not releasing completely.
In general, steering wheel play should be no more than approximately: Ans✓✓✓-
10 degrees in either direction.
, On apparatuses equipped with air brakes, if the engine must be run longer than
the specified period of time to build sufficient air pressure: Ans✓✓✓-The
apparatus should be inspected and repaired by a certified mechanic.
The component in a load management system that turns on various lights at
specified intervals so the startup electrical load for all devices does not occur at
same time is called the: Ans✓✓✓-Load Sequencer .
The engine compartment where linkages, fuel injectors, or other controls are
located: Ans✓✓✓-May become inoperable due to the collection of dirt.
The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is the: Ans✓✓✓-Maximum weight at
which a vehicle can be safely operated on roadways in ideal conditions.
Tire selections for fire apparatuses are based on: Ans✓✓✓-Gross axle weight
ratings for the apparatus.
What is the function of Diesel Particulate Filters (DPF)? Ans✓✓✓-Provide for
cleaner emissions from diesel engines.
What should a driver/operator do when a piece of equipment onboard is found
broken, defective, or in need of any type of repair? Ans✓✓✓-Follow the
established policy of the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for documenting,
reporting, and following up on status of repair.
What should be done during the first six months after an apparatus is received?
Ans✓✓✓-Wash frequently using COLD water.
