TCFP Driver/ Operator Questions And
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In 1720 what was the piece of equipment to replace the bucket brigade? - ANS-Hand
Pump
Which NFPA standard required new fire apparatus to be designed so that all members
riding on the fire apparatus would be provided a seated area inside an enclosed cab? -
ANS-NFPA 1500
What was the first gasoline powered fire apparatus to discharge water by using a large
soda acid extinguisher? - ANS-Chemical Wagon
The real breakthrough for today's modern fire apparatus came with the introduction of
the __________________ which carried a booster tank, had a pump capacity of 250
gallons per minute or greater, and carried 21/2 inch and 11/2 inch hoses used for water
supply and firefighting. - ANS-Triple-combustion pumper
Which national organization writes codes and standards for fire protection? - ANS-
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
In the early years of U.S. firefighting history, a was used to pull, down a burning building
and prevent the fire from spreading to nearby structures. - ANS-Fire hook
The first mechanized fire pumps were generally fueled by: - ANS-Coal
In the early 1900's what material did the city of Philadelphia use to develop a municipal
water supply system? - ANS-Wood
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,In the early years of U.S. history, many cities employed watchmen to walk the streets at
night looking for: - ANS-fires
Auxiliary braking systems incorporated into apparatus design to supplement the service
brakes include all of the following EXCEPT: - ANS-antilock braking system (ABS)
Growing concerns for firefighter safety during the progression of fire apparatus resulted
in the adoption of standard NFPA: - ANS-1500
What was the system used by colonial-era firefighters in which leather buckets were
passed from person to person to assist in extinguishing a fire? - ANS-bucket brigade
The second leading cause of firefighter fatalities is injuries sustained while: - ANS-
responding or returning from the fireground
Which of the following is/are the most important aspect of fire apparatus crash
prevention? - ANS-Driver/ Operator Skill and experience
What term was used to identify the fire fighter charged with operating the steam engine?
- ANS-Engineer
What type of system uses sensors on each wheel to control brake application in the
event of a sudden or emergency stop? - ANS-antilock braking system
NFPA standards are generally based on _________________. - ANS-Consensus
What term identified the person who sat on the rear of a vehicle to help maneuver a
long ladder cart through the streets? - ANS-Tillerman
With the advent of steam-powered pumps (called steamers) in the mid-1800s,
_________________ replaced fire fighters in moving equipment to the fireground. -
ANS-horses
A small truck constructed with a large soda acid extinguisher and 50 ft or more of small
hose (booster line size). - ANS-Chemical Wagon
A water pump mounted on the fire apparatus in addition to a fire pump and used for
firefighting either in conjunction with or independent of the fire pump. - ANS-Booster
Pump
A piston-driven, positive-displacement pump that is pushed up and down by fire fighters
manning poles at the side of the pump. - ANS-Hand pump
A water pump with a rated capacity of 250 GPM or greater at 150 psi. - ANS-Fire pump
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,A truck that carries water in a tank generally used for the booster line and commonly
called the booster tank. - ANS-Triple-combination pumper
Which NFPA standard requires fire apparatus manufacturers to install seat belt warning
devices that verify a fire fighter is seated and belted? - ANS-NFPA 1901
Training and performance qualifications for firefighters are specified in which NFPA
standard? - ANS-1001
What were the early U.S. fire hydrants first called? - ANS-Fire plugs
Which type of auxiliary braking system slows a vehicle by opening valves in the
cylinders of diesel engines to divert compression from the cylinders to create drag? -
ANS-Engine brake
Which system utilizes steering wheel positioning sensors, lateral positioning senors, and
accelerometers in conjunction with the anti-lock braking system to determine when the
vehicle is approaching a rollover threshold then depowers the engine and applies the
appropriate amount of braking? - ANS-Electronic stability control
What type of system detects situations in which the vehicle may enter into a skid and
applies precise amounts of braking to help the vehicle maintain traction in slippery road
conditions? - ANS-Automatic Traction Control
In the early 1800s, the city of ____________________ developed a municipal water
supply using wooden water mains that could be tapped for firefighting. - ANS-
Philadelphia
Which of the following is NOT a response action of the apparatus driver/ operator? -
ANS-Selecting the best team to bring aboard
When the driver operator experiences a problem with the apparatus that can't be be
managed in the field, the driver/ operator must: - ANS-immediately communicate the
problem to an officer
Training drivers to operate their apparatus ________________ and _______________
is critical to the success of any fire department. - ANS-Safely, efficiently
What is the best source for retrieving the answers to specific operational questions? -
ANS-Operating Manuals
According to NFPA 1002, Fire Apparatus Driver/ Operator Professional Qualifications,
the _________________________ is responsible for getting the fire apparatus to the
scene safely, setting up, and running the pump or operating the aerial ladder once the
vehicle arrives on the scene. - ANS-driver/ operator
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, NFPA ____________ requires that driver/operators meet the requirements of NFPA
1001, Standard for firefighter professional qualifications, for firefighter I, if they will be
responsible for operating a fire pump or aerial device on the fire apparatus. - ANS-1002
___________________ inspections include all on-board systems and all carried
equipment. - ANS-Routine
The more a crew knows about the driver/operator's roles and responsibilities, the
stronger the crew's __________________ becomes. - ANS-Synergy
According to Chapter 4 of National Fire Protection (NFPA) 1002, standard for Fire
Apparatus Driver/ Operator Professional Qualifications, it is the
_________________________ responsibility to ensure that passenger restraints are
used. - ANS-Driver/ Operator's
According to NFPA 1451, each fire department should provide driver training for all
members no less than: - ANS-Twice A year
NFPA 1451 requires all members to receive drivers training at least: - ANS-twice a year
Response actions for the apparatus driver/ operator include: - ANS-indentifying nearby
hydrant locations or water sources, and selecting the best position for the apparatus at
the incident scene.
___________________ are a proactive means that critical functions are assigned to
team members prior to arrival. - ANS-Assigned riding positions
Which of the following is NOT one of the 16 Firefighter Life Safety initiatives? - ANS-
Research delegations
Most fire departments designate the front passenger seat to the: - ANS-Officer in
Charge
Objectives that are required to be completed during the operational phase of an incident
are known as: - ANS-tactical benchmarks
___________________ is a key consideration for the driver/operator that is critical for
building a successful team, instilling confidence in crew members, and supporting
positive response outcomes. - ANS-
A _____________ aid is a checklist or inspection sheet critical to ensuring the accuracy
of inspections. - ANS-job
The ___________________________ is a collection of permanent rules published by
the federal government, and includes 50 titles that represent broad areas of interest that
are governed by federal regulation. - ANS-Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)
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Answers Graded A+ Solutions
In 1720 what was the piece of equipment to replace the bucket brigade? - ANS-Hand
Pump
Which NFPA standard required new fire apparatus to be designed so that all members
riding on the fire apparatus would be provided a seated area inside an enclosed cab? -
ANS-NFPA 1500
What was the first gasoline powered fire apparatus to discharge water by using a large
soda acid extinguisher? - ANS-Chemical Wagon
The real breakthrough for today's modern fire apparatus came with the introduction of
the __________________ which carried a booster tank, had a pump capacity of 250
gallons per minute or greater, and carried 21/2 inch and 11/2 inch hoses used for water
supply and firefighting. - ANS-Triple-combustion pumper
Which national organization writes codes and standards for fire protection? - ANS-
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
In the early years of U.S. firefighting history, a was used to pull, down a burning building
and prevent the fire from spreading to nearby structures. - ANS-Fire hook
The first mechanized fire pumps were generally fueled by: - ANS-Coal
In the early 1900's what material did the city of Philadelphia use to develop a municipal
water supply system? - ANS-Wood
https://www.stuvia.com/user/Prose1
,In the early years of U.S. history, many cities employed watchmen to walk the streets at
night looking for: - ANS-fires
Auxiliary braking systems incorporated into apparatus design to supplement the service
brakes include all of the following EXCEPT: - ANS-antilock braking system (ABS)
Growing concerns for firefighter safety during the progression of fire apparatus resulted
in the adoption of standard NFPA: - ANS-1500
What was the system used by colonial-era firefighters in which leather buckets were
passed from person to person to assist in extinguishing a fire? - ANS-bucket brigade
The second leading cause of firefighter fatalities is injuries sustained while: - ANS-
responding or returning from the fireground
Which of the following is/are the most important aspect of fire apparatus crash
prevention? - ANS-Driver/ Operator Skill and experience
What term was used to identify the fire fighter charged with operating the steam engine?
- ANS-Engineer
What type of system uses sensors on each wheel to control brake application in the
event of a sudden or emergency stop? - ANS-antilock braking system
NFPA standards are generally based on _________________. - ANS-Consensus
What term identified the person who sat on the rear of a vehicle to help maneuver a
long ladder cart through the streets? - ANS-Tillerman
With the advent of steam-powered pumps (called steamers) in the mid-1800s,
_________________ replaced fire fighters in moving equipment to the fireground. -
ANS-horses
A small truck constructed with a large soda acid extinguisher and 50 ft or more of small
hose (booster line size). - ANS-Chemical Wagon
A water pump mounted on the fire apparatus in addition to a fire pump and used for
firefighting either in conjunction with or independent of the fire pump. - ANS-Booster
Pump
A piston-driven, positive-displacement pump that is pushed up and down by fire fighters
manning poles at the side of the pump. - ANS-Hand pump
A water pump with a rated capacity of 250 GPM or greater at 150 psi. - ANS-Fire pump
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,A truck that carries water in a tank generally used for the booster line and commonly
called the booster tank. - ANS-Triple-combination pumper
Which NFPA standard requires fire apparatus manufacturers to install seat belt warning
devices that verify a fire fighter is seated and belted? - ANS-NFPA 1901
Training and performance qualifications for firefighters are specified in which NFPA
standard? - ANS-1001
What were the early U.S. fire hydrants first called? - ANS-Fire plugs
Which type of auxiliary braking system slows a vehicle by opening valves in the
cylinders of diesel engines to divert compression from the cylinders to create drag? -
ANS-Engine brake
Which system utilizes steering wheel positioning sensors, lateral positioning senors, and
accelerometers in conjunction with the anti-lock braking system to determine when the
vehicle is approaching a rollover threshold then depowers the engine and applies the
appropriate amount of braking? - ANS-Electronic stability control
What type of system detects situations in which the vehicle may enter into a skid and
applies precise amounts of braking to help the vehicle maintain traction in slippery road
conditions? - ANS-Automatic Traction Control
In the early 1800s, the city of ____________________ developed a municipal water
supply using wooden water mains that could be tapped for firefighting. - ANS-
Philadelphia
Which of the following is NOT a response action of the apparatus driver/ operator? -
ANS-Selecting the best team to bring aboard
When the driver operator experiences a problem with the apparatus that can't be be
managed in the field, the driver/ operator must: - ANS-immediately communicate the
problem to an officer
Training drivers to operate their apparatus ________________ and _______________
is critical to the success of any fire department. - ANS-Safely, efficiently
What is the best source for retrieving the answers to specific operational questions? -
ANS-Operating Manuals
According to NFPA 1002, Fire Apparatus Driver/ Operator Professional Qualifications,
the _________________________ is responsible for getting the fire apparatus to the
scene safely, setting up, and running the pump or operating the aerial ladder once the
vehicle arrives on the scene. - ANS-driver/ operator
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, NFPA ____________ requires that driver/operators meet the requirements of NFPA
1001, Standard for firefighter professional qualifications, for firefighter I, if they will be
responsible for operating a fire pump or aerial device on the fire apparatus. - ANS-1002
___________________ inspections include all on-board systems and all carried
equipment. - ANS-Routine
The more a crew knows about the driver/operator's roles and responsibilities, the
stronger the crew's __________________ becomes. - ANS-Synergy
According to Chapter 4 of National Fire Protection (NFPA) 1002, standard for Fire
Apparatus Driver/ Operator Professional Qualifications, it is the
_________________________ responsibility to ensure that passenger restraints are
used. - ANS-Driver/ Operator's
According to NFPA 1451, each fire department should provide driver training for all
members no less than: - ANS-Twice A year
NFPA 1451 requires all members to receive drivers training at least: - ANS-twice a year
Response actions for the apparatus driver/ operator include: - ANS-indentifying nearby
hydrant locations or water sources, and selecting the best position for the apparatus at
the incident scene.
___________________ are a proactive means that critical functions are assigned to
team members prior to arrival. - ANS-Assigned riding positions
Which of the following is NOT one of the 16 Firefighter Life Safety initiatives? - ANS-
Research delegations
Most fire departments designate the front passenger seat to the: - ANS-Officer in
Charge
Objectives that are required to be completed during the operational phase of an incident
are known as: - ANS-tactical benchmarks
___________________ is a key consideration for the driver/operator that is critical for
building a successful team, instilling confidence in crew members, and supporting
positive response outcomes. - ANS-
A _____________ aid is a checklist or inspection sheet critical to ensuring the accuracy
of inspections. - ANS-job
The ___________________________ is a collection of permanent rules published by
the federal government, and includes 50 titles that represent broad areas of interest that
are governed by federal regulation. - ANS-Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)
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