TCFP Driver Operator Masterclass EXAM 2026-2027
LATEST VERSION QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED CORRECT
ANSWERS JUST RELEASED
1. What is the term that best defines the process of sending out emergency response
resources promptly to an incident location for a specific purpose?
A. Communications
B. Dispatch
C. MDT
D. Paging - answer>>>answer: B
NFPA 1002: N/A
Page: 255
2. Unsecured equipment in the crew compartment can prove dangerous if the apparatus
must stop or turn quickly, because:
A. they can distract the driver.
B. hazardous materials are more susceptible to spilling.
C. it can easily get lost or roll out an open window.
D. a flying tool, map book, or PPE can seriously injure a fire fighter. - answer>>>answer: D
NFPA 1002: N/A
Page: 258
3. Be careful when mounting and dismounting apparatus, because:
A. you may be in the driver/operator's blind spot.
B. the steps on fire apparatus are often high and can be slippery.
C. you may not be the only one mounting/dismounting.
D. the vehicle may still be moving. - answer>>>answer: B
NFPA 1002: N/A
Page: 258
4. No member of a fire department should be permitted to drive a fire apparatus or
emergency vehicle:
A. unless he or she is a chief officer.
B. until he or she has completed a training course approved by the fire department.
C. until he or she has obtained a commercial driver's license.
D. until he or she has performed an inspection on the vehicle. - answer>>>answer: B
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 258
5. Which level of response means the fire apparatus is operating with emergency lights
but without any audible warning devices such as sirens?
,A. Code 4 response
B. Code 3 response
C. Code 2 response
D. Code 1 response - answer>>>answer: C
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 261
6. Which level of response means the fire apparatus is operating without emergency
lights or audible warning devices such as sirens and air horns?
A. Code 4 response
B. Code 3 response
C. Code 2 response
D. Code 1 response - answer>>>answer: D
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 261
7. During an emergency response on a roadway with multiple lanes, where should the
driver/operator operate the apparatus?
A. Far left lane
B. Far right lane
C. Straddling two middle lanes
D. Whichever lane doesn't contain vehicles - answer>>>answer: A
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 261
8. The distance that it takes for a driver/operator to recognize a hazard, process the need
to stop the apparatus, apply the brakes, and then come to a complete stop is known as
the _____________ distance.
A. braking
B. reaction
C. response
D. total stopping - answer>>>answer: D
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 262
9. The distance that a fire apparatus travels from the time that the brakes are activated
until the apparatus makes a complete stop is known as the _________________
distance.
A. braking
B. reaction
C. response
,D. total stopping - answer>>>answer: A
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 262
10. What best defines liquid surge?
A. When the fire apparatus strikes water on the roadway
B. When the fire apparatus is "empty" or not carrying any tank water
C. The movement of water inside the container
D. The movement of water through hose lines - answer>>>answer: C
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 262
11. Brake ______ occurs when the brake drums become hot and expand away from the
brake shoes, causing the brakes to heat up until they become less effective.
A. fade
B. failure
C. malfunction
D. weakness - answer>>>answer: A
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 263
12. Which of the following statements best relates to the understanding of centrifugal
force?
A. Objects are pulled inward when rotating around a center.
B. Objects remain in a circular direction.
C. Objects are pulled both inward and outward when rotating around a center.
D. Objects are pulled outward when rotating around a center. - answer>>>answer: D
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 264
13. The maximum speed that a fire apparatus can safely travel around a curve is known
as the _______ speed.
A. critical
B. decisive
C. maximum
D. overage - answer>>>answer: A
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 264
14. During an emergency response, which traffic situation presents the greatest potential
danger to the fire apparatus?
, A. Intersections
B. Bridges
C. Tunnels
D. Straight sections of roadway - answer>>>answer: A
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 265
15. A(n) __________________ is a shutter valve that activates just behind the turbo
charger to create braking horsepower.
A. compression brake
B. transmission retarder
C. exhaust brake
D. electromagnetic retarder - answer>>>answer: C
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 265
16. Whenever the driver/operator is faced with approaching an unguarded railroad
crossing, he or she should:
A. operate all audible warning devices.
B. slow down to ensure the train can see the fire apparatus.
C. come to a complete stop.
D. turn off all headlights, if at night, and look for the train's spotlights. -
answer>>>answer: C
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 266
17. Upon arriving on the scene of a possible structure fire, the driver/operator should
attempt to view at least _______ side(s) of the structure.
A. one
B. two
C. three
D. four - answer>>>answer: C
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 268
18. When arriving on the scene of a working fire, the driver/operator should:
A. park as close to the fire as possible.
B. always position the apparatus on side "A" of the structure.
C. place the apparatus in a position for maximum benefit.
D. lay a reverse lay for water supply. - answer>>>answer: C
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
LATEST VERSION QUESTIONS AND VERIFIED CORRECT
ANSWERS JUST RELEASED
1. What is the term that best defines the process of sending out emergency response
resources promptly to an incident location for a specific purpose?
A. Communications
B. Dispatch
C. MDT
D. Paging - answer>>>answer: B
NFPA 1002: N/A
Page: 255
2. Unsecured equipment in the crew compartment can prove dangerous if the apparatus
must stop or turn quickly, because:
A. they can distract the driver.
B. hazardous materials are more susceptible to spilling.
C. it can easily get lost or roll out an open window.
D. a flying tool, map book, or PPE can seriously injure a fire fighter. - answer>>>answer: D
NFPA 1002: N/A
Page: 258
3. Be careful when mounting and dismounting apparatus, because:
A. you may be in the driver/operator's blind spot.
B. the steps on fire apparatus are often high and can be slippery.
C. you may not be the only one mounting/dismounting.
D. the vehicle may still be moving. - answer>>>answer: B
NFPA 1002: N/A
Page: 258
4. No member of a fire department should be permitted to drive a fire apparatus or
emergency vehicle:
A. unless he or she is a chief officer.
B. until he or she has completed a training course approved by the fire department.
C. until he or she has obtained a commercial driver's license.
D. until he or she has performed an inspection on the vehicle. - answer>>>answer: B
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 258
5. Which level of response means the fire apparatus is operating with emergency lights
but without any audible warning devices such as sirens?
,A. Code 4 response
B. Code 3 response
C. Code 2 response
D. Code 1 response - answer>>>answer: C
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 261
6. Which level of response means the fire apparatus is operating without emergency
lights or audible warning devices such as sirens and air horns?
A. Code 4 response
B. Code 3 response
C. Code 2 response
D. Code 1 response - answer>>>answer: D
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 261
7. During an emergency response on a roadway with multiple lanes, where should the
driver/operator operate the apparatus?
A. Far left lane
B. Far right lane
C. Straddling two middle lanes
D. Whichever lane doesn't contain vehicles - answer>>>answer: A
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 261
8. The distance that it takes for a driver/operator to recognize a hazard, process the need
to stop the apparatus, apply the brakes, and then come to a complete stop is known as
the _____________ distance.
A. braking
B. reaction
C. response
D. total stopping - answer>>>answer: D
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 262
9. The distance that a fire apparatus travels from the time that the brakes are activated
until the apparatus makes a complete stop is known as the _________________
distance.
A. braking
B. reaction
C. response
,D. total stopping - answer>>>answer: A
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 262
10. What best defines liquid surge?
A. When the fire apparatus strikes water on the roadway
B. When the fire apparatus is "empty" or not carrying any tank water
C. The movement of water inside the container
D. The movement of water through hose lines - answer>>>answer: C
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 262
11. Brake ______ occurs when the brake drums become hot and expand away from the
brake shoes, causing the brakes to heat up until they become less effective.
A. fade
B. failure
C. malfunction
D. weakness - answer>>>answer: A
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 263
12. Which of the following statements best relates to the understanding of centrifugal
force?
A. Objects are pulled inward when rotating around a center.
B. Objects remain in a circular direction.
C. Objects are pulled both inward and outward when rotating around a center.
D. Objects are pulled outward when rotating around a center. - answer>>>answer: D
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 264
13. The maximum speed that a fire apparatus can safely travel around a curve is known
as the _______ speed.
A. critical
B. decisive
C. maximum
D. overage - answer>>>answer: A
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 264
14. During an emergency response, which traffic situation presents the greatest potential
danger to the fire apparatus?
, A. Intersections
B. Bridges
C. Tunnels
D. Straight sections of roadway - answer>>>answer: A
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 265
15. A(n) __________________ is a shutter valve that activates just behind the turbo
charger to create braking horsepower.
A. compression brake
B. transmission retarder
C. exhaust brake
D. electromagnetic retarder - answer>>>answer: C
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 265
16. Whenever the driver/operator is faced with approaching an unguarded railroad
crossing, he or she should:
A. operate all audible warning devices.
B. slow down to ensure the train can see the fire apparatus.
C. come to a complete stop.
D. turn off all headlights, if at night, and look for the train's spotlights. -
answer>>>answer: C
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 266
17. Upon arriving on the scene of a possible structure fire, the driver/operator should
attempt to view at least _______ side(s) of the structure.
A. one
B. two
C. three
D. four - answer>>>answer: C
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
Page: 268
18. When arriving on the scene of a working fire, the driver/operator should:
A. park as close to the fire as possible.
B. always position the apparatus on side "A" of the structure.
C. place the apparatus in a position for maximum benefit.
D. lay a reverse lay for water supply. - answer>>>answer: C
NFPA 1002: 4.3.1, 4.3.1(A), 4.3.6, 4.3.6(A)
