AERIAL CDC QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS 2026\2027 LATEST
UPDATED AND GRADED 100%
Hydraulic systems in aerial apparatus are used to: - Correct answer
Stabilize the apparatus and extend the aerial device
Identify Three conditions where you should drive an aerial apparatus in low
gear. - Correct answer 1. Climbing a hill
2. Traveling around a corner
3. Approaching an intersection
When checking the hydraulic fluid level: - Correct answer Use a dipstick
or sight gauge
Select three elements of the aerial device that must be visually inspected. -
Correct answer 1. Elevating platform assembly
2. Ladder rungs
3. Equipment
The function of the hydraulic system is to: - Correct answer Provide
power for operating the various hydraulic components needed to stabilize
the apparatus and operate the aerial device
Select three areas that should be checked when looking at tires. - Correct
answer 1. Condition
2. Type
3. Inflation
A liquid surge effect may occur: - Correct answer When an aerial
apparatus's tank is not completely full
A turntable's function is best described as: - Correct answer Provides
continuous rotation on a horizontal plane
When maintaining aerial apparatus records, you should always: - Correct
answer Refer to your department's SOP's for specific guidance
, The most common type of aerial fire apparatus operated in North America
is the: - Correct answer Aerial ladder apparatus
To check the overall condition of the engine and pump, perform the: -
Correct answer Pumping test
Identify three features of elevated platform waterway systems. - Correct
answer 1. Attack lines
2. Two nozzles at the platform
3. Handlines
Aerial apparatus driver/operators are regulated by: - Correct answer All of
the above
Identify five major features or functions of quints. - Correct answer 1. size
of the water tank
2. amount of supply and attack hose
3. array and length of grounds ladders
4. pre-piped waterway on the aerial apparatus
5. size of the fire pump.
When checking the automatic transmission fluid driver/operators should
perform a: - Correct answer Hot and cold check
To provide electric power to multiple connections, aerial apparatus
driver/operators should use: - Correct answer Junction boxes
When drafting from a static source, it is important to remember to: -
Correct answer Make your connections before moving into position
For all types of apparatus, the first step when engaging the PTO is to: -
Correct answer Set the parking brake
Identify two true statements about foam streams operated from elevated
master streams. - Correct answer 1. Non aerated foam has fast knock-
down but doesn't form a blanket over the fuel
2. One acceptable foam concentrate is AFFF
ANSWERS 2026\2027 LATEST
UPDATED AND GRADED 100%
Hydraulic systems in aerial apparatus are used to: - Correct answer
Stabilize the apparatus and extend the aerial device
Identify Three conditions where you should drive an aerial apparatus in low
gear. - Correct answer 1. Climbing a hill
2. Traveling around a corner
3. Approaching an intersection
When checking the hydraulic fluid level: - Correct answer Use a dipstick
or sight gauge
Select three elements of the aerial device that must be visually inspected. -
Correct answer 1. Elevating platform assembly
2. Ladder rungs
3. Equipment
The function of the hydraulic system is to: - Correct answer Provide
power for operating the various hydraulic components needed to stabilize
the apparatus and operate the aerial device
Select three areas that should be checked when looking at tires. - Correct
answer 1. Condition
2. Type
3. Inflation
A liquid surge effect may occur: - Correct answer When an aerial
apparatus's tank is not completely full
A turntable's function is best described as: - Correct answer Provides
continuous rotation on a horizontal plane
When maintaining aerial apparatus records, you should always: - Correct
answer Refer to your department's SOP's for specific guidance
, The most common type of aerial fire apparatus operated in North America
is the: - Correct answer Aerial ladder apparatus
To check the overall condition of the engine and pump, perform the: -
Correct answer Pumping test
Identify three features of elevated platform waterway systems. - Correct
answer 1. Attack lines
2. Two nozzles at the platform
3. Handlines
Aerial apparatus driver/operators are regulated by: - Correct answer All of
the above
Identify five major features or functions of quints. - Correct answer 1. size
of the water tank
2. amount of supply and attack hose
3. array and length of grounds ladders
4. pre-piped waterway on the aerial apparatus
5. size of the fire pump.
When checking the automatic transmission fluid driver/operators should
perform a: - Correct answer Hot and cold check
To provide electric power to multiple connections, aerial apparatus
driver/operators should use: - Correct answer Junction boxes
When drafting from a static source, it is important to remember to: -
Correct answer Make your connections before moving into position
For all types of apparatus, the first step when engaging the PTO is to: -
Correct answer Set the parking brake
Identify two true statements about foam streams operated from elevated
master streams. - Correct answer 1. Non aerated foam has fast knock-
down but doesn't form a blanket over the fuel
2. One acceptable foam concentrate is AFFF
