Driver / Operator - Test 4 questions
with correct answers
List the five most common causes of fire apparatus collisions - ANS ✔Improper backing of the
apparatus
Reckless driving by the public
Excessive speed by the fire apparatus driver/operator
Lack of driving skill and experience by the fire apparatus driver/operator
Poor apparatus design or maintenance
Which of the following seldom causes serious injury or death, but accounts for a significant
portion of overall damage costs?
A. Excessive speed by the public
B. Reckless driving by the public
C. Improper backing of the apparatus
D. Poor apparatus design or maintenance - ANS ✔C
Excessive speed by the fire apparatus driver/operator can result in which of the following?
A. Unpredictable behavior of public
B. Vehicle system failure, especially in braking system
C. Inability to recognize a dangerous situation
D. Inability of driver/operator to stop in time to avoid a collision with another vehicle - ANS ✔D
Poor apparatus design is most often a factor on:
A. engines.
,B. aerial apparatus.
C. pumping apparatus.
D. homebuilt water tenders. - ANS ✔D
Name regulatory agencies/laws that govern fire apparatus driver/operators - ANS ✔Federal laws
State or provincial motor vehicle codes
City ordinances
NFPA standards
Departmental policies
Which of the following statements about driving regulations is TRUE?
A. Fire apparatus driver/operators are exempt from rules and regulations governing other
vehicle operators.
B. Emergency vehicles are exempt from laws requiring vehicles to stop for school buses that are
flashing signal lights.
C. In some jurisdictions, statutes may exempt emergency vehicles from driving regulations when
returning to quarters from an alarm.
D. If a driver/operator does not obey driving regulations and is involved in a collision, both the
driver/operator and the fire department may be held
responsible. - ANS ✔D
Which of the following statements about driving regulations is FALSE?
A. All traffic signals and rules must be obeyed during nonemergency driving.
B. Driving regulations pertain to dry, clear roads during nighttime conditions.
C. Driver/Operators should adjust speeds to compensate for conditions such as wet roads and
fog.
D. When exempted from statutes, driver/operators must exercise care for the safety of others
and maintain complete control of the vehicle. - ANS ✔B
,Always consult the ___, supplied with each vehicle, for detailed instructions specific to the
vehicle.
A. vehicle SOPs
B. company SOPs
C. manufacturer's operator's manual
D. company specifications guidebook - ANS ✔C
When should the vehicle be started so that it is warmed up when the rest of the crew is
assembled and ready to respond?
A. As soon as possible
B. At least 3 minutes before departure
C. At least 5 minutes before departure
D. At least 10 minutes before departure - ANS ✔A
Take the time to review the ___ and consider important factors that may affect the response
such as road closings and traffic conditions.
A. pre-incident plan
B. incident location
C. starting instructions
D. dash gauge readings - ANS ✔B
Do not move the apparatus until:
A. all dash lights show green.
B. the brake limiting valve switch has been activated.
C. all occupants are seated within the cab and wearing seatbelts.
D. the temperature gauge indicates normal operating temperature. - ANS ✔C
, After releasing the ___, place the gear shifter into a low gear that will allow the vehicle to move
with a minimum of throttle.
A. clutch
B. gear shift
C. accelerator
D. parking brake - ANS ✔D
Never attempt to start the apparatus moving while it is in:
A. low.
B. drive.
C. neutral.
D. reverse. - ANS ✔B
Release the ___ slowly when starting from a standstill, avoiding vehicle rollback.
A. brake
B. clutch
C. accelerator
D. parking brake - ANS ✔B
Keep the apparatus in low gear until the ___ is reached for shifting to a higher gear.
A. proper speed
B. proper pressure
C. proper temperature
D. proper amount of time - ANS ✔A
with correct answers
List the five most common causes of fire apparatus collisions - ANS ✔Improper backing of the
apparatus
Reckless driving by the public
Excessive speed by the fire apparatus driver/operator
Lack of driving skill and experience by the fire apparatus driver/operator
Poor apparatus design or maintenance
Which of the following seldom causes serious injury or death, but accounts for a significant
portion of overall damage costs?
A. Excessive speed by the public
B. Reckless driving by the public
C. Improper backing of the apparatus
D. Poor apparatus design or maintenance - ANS ✔C
Excessive speed by the fire apparatus driver/operator can result in which of the following?
A. Unpredictable behavior of public
B. Vehicle system failure, especially in braking system
C. Inability to recognize a dangerous situation
D. Inability of driver/operator to stop in time to avoid a collision with another vehicle - ANS ✔D
Poor apparatus design is most often a factor on:
A. engines.
,B. aerial apparatus.
C. pumping apparatus.
D. homebuilt water tenders. - ANS ✔D
Name regulatory agencies/laws that govern fire apparatus driver/operators - ANS ✔Federal laws
State or provincial motor vehicle codes
City ordinances
NFPA standards
Departmental policies
Which of the following statements about driving regulations is TRUE?
A. Fire apparatus driver/operators are exempt from rules and regulations governing other
vehicle operators.
B. Emergency vehicles are exempt from laws requiring vehicles to stop for school buses that are
flashing signal lights.
C. In some jurisdictions, statutes may exempt emergency vehicles from driving regulations when
returning to quarters from an alarm.
D. If a driver/operator does not obey driving regulations and is involved in a collision, both the
driver/operator and the fire department may be held
responsible. - ANS ✔D
Which of the following statements about driving regulations is FALSE?
A. All traffic signals and rules must be obeyed during nonemergency driving.
B. Driving regulations pertain to dry, clear roads during nighttime conditions.
C. Driver/Operators should adjust speeds to compensate for conditions such as wet roads and
fog.
D. When exempted from statutes, driver/operators must exercise care for the safety of others
and maintain complete control of the vehicle. - ANS ✔B
,Always consult the ___, supplied with each vehicle, for detailed instructions specific to the
vehicle.
A. vehicle SOPs
B. company SOPs
C. manufacturer's operator's manual
D. company specifications guidebook - ANS ✔C
When should the vehicle be started so that it is warmed up when the rest of the crew is
assembled and ready to respond?
A. As soon as possible
B. At least 3 minutes before departure
C. At least 5 minutes before departure
D. At least 10 minutes before departure - ANS ✔A
Take the time to review the ___ and consider important factors that may affect the response
such as road closings and traffic conditions.
A. pre-incident plan
B. incident location
C. starting instructions
D. dash gauge readings - ANS ✔B
Do not move the apparatus until:
A. all dash lights show green.
B. the brake limiting valve switch has been activated.
C. all occupants are seated within the cab and wearing seatbelts.
D. the temperature gauge indicates normal operating temperature. - ANS ✔C
, After releasing the ___, place the gear shifter into a low gear that will allow the vehicle to move
with a minimum of throttle.
A. clutch
B. gear shift
C. accelerator
D. parking brake - ANS ✔D
Never attempt to start the apparatus moving while it is in:
A. low.
B. drive.
C. neutral.
D. reverse. - ANS ✔B
Release the ___ slowly when starting from a standstill, avoiding vehicle rollback.
A. brake
B. clutch
C. accelerator
D. parking brake - ANS ✔B
Keep the apparatus in low gear until the ___ is reached for shifting to a higher gear.
A. proper speed
B. proper pressure
C. proper temperature
D. proper amount of time - ANS ✔A
