(GRADED A+)
Which section of the Washington Administrative Code (WAC) covers the Emergency
Vehicle Operation training programs? - ANSWERWAC 296-305
Name the three requirements of Emergency Vehicle Operation Training programs
under WAC 296-305 - ANSWER1. Operators must be trained in the operations of
emergency vehicles in an established program.
2. Training must be annual
3. AHJ can have an in house program, but need to have an "approved program" if
the apparatus is over 26,001 lbs
A CDL is required for drivers of vehicles over ___________ lbs, unless... -
ANSWER26,001 lbs,
1. Operators are trained in the operations of emergency vehicles in a program
approved by the Washington State DOL.
2. Operators must carry a certificate attesting to successful completion.
Where does the CDL exemption apply? - ANSWEROnly applies while driving in
Washington State.
The specific exemption states that EV drivers may disregard regulations governing
direction of ______________________ or turning in ___________________. -
ANSWERThe EV driver may disregard regulations governing direction of movement
or turning in specified directions.
EV drivers are required to make sue of Audible signals when necessary to warn
others of the emergency nature of the situation, except when......... - ANSWERthey
are parked or standing.
Motor vehicle collisions account for what percentage of all emergency line of duty
deaths? - ANSWER25%
Which group sponsors EVIP as an approved course for CDL exemption? -
ANSWERThe washington state fire chiefs
What do firefighters need to do in order to become exempt from CDL licensing
requirements? - ANSWERComplete the EVIP course AND carry their certification
card.
True or False: EVIP meets the WAC 296-305 requirements for driving of smaller
emergency vehicles. - ANSWERTrue
, Name the 6 initial certification requirements for the EVIP class. - ANSWER1.
Classroom coverage of EVIP material
2. Pass a 50 question test (80% +)
3. Correctly complete visual and operational checklist
4. Complete EVIP rodeo to minimum requirements
5. Complete EVIP road test
6. Carry AHJ certificate of EVIP completion while driving
Name the 3 annual recertification requirements. - ANSWER1. Review 2 EVIP
modules
2. Successfully complete EVIP road test to minimum requirements
3. Carry an AHJ issued certificate while driving.
What does RCW 46.61.035 state regarding reckless behavior? - ANSWERThere are
no provisions to protect the driver from the consequences of his or her reckless
disregard for the safety of others. This specific exemption provides almost no
protection to the emergency vehicle operator from legal, civil or criminal action if
there were to be an accident.
What are the elements of Negligence? - ANSWER1. Duty
2. Breach of Duty
3. Causation (The breach of duty caused damages)
4. Injury or death
How many elements must be present to prove negligence? - ANSWERAll four must
be present
What is the definition of negligence? - ANSWERA legal deficiency or wrong which
results whenever a person fails to exercise that degree of care which a prudent
person would exercise under similar circumstances.
Because there are national standards (NFPA), departments may be held to
standards that ....... - ANSWERThey are not legally required to follow if there was a
lawsuit against the operator and the department.
Does the RCW exemption for emergency response cover personal vehicles? -
ANSWERNO, you cannot "respond" under the exemption in your personal vehicle.
What does RCW 46.61.210 say regarding citizens response to emergency vehicles
making use of audible and visual signals? - ANSWERThe driver of every other
vehicle shall yield the right of way and shall immediately drive to a position parallel
to, and as close as possible to, the right-hand edge or curb of the roadway clear of
any intersection.
Which RCW sections cover emergency vehicles? - ANSWERRCW 46.37.xxx and
46.61.xxx
Which WAC covers Emergency apparatus laws? - ANSWERWAC 296-305-xxxxx