AERIAL CDC EXAMINERS MANUAL QUESTIONS
AND ANSWERS SURE A+
✔✔Identify three limitations of hydraulic extrication tools: - ✔✔Hose distances over 100
ft (30m) from pump may have a diminishing effect on tool operation
There is a maximum number of tools that may be attached to the system
Apparatus-mounted power systems generally have a standard method for engaging the
device with varying difficulty
✔✔Select two true statement about the visual inspection of the lower control pedestal: -
✔✔All controls should move freely
Electrical connections and wiring should be tight and free of wear
✔✔Engine idling for an extended period of time should be avoided, as it could lead to: -
✔✔Wasted fuel
✔✔What action is mandatory while passing through a straight section of road? -
✔✔Maintain the apparatus's speed
✔✔What are three things you would do when entering a limited access highway? -
✔✔Activate the appropriate turn signal
Check for traffic while on the entrance ramp
Check your side and rearview mirrors
✔✔When driving on an upgrade slope with a standard transmission: - ✔✔Downshift to
maintain engine rpm and speed
✔✔Passengers do not have to where a seatbelt in a moving apparatus when: -
✔✔Loading the hose onto the aerial apparatus
, ✔✔When backing an aerial apparatus, it is recommended you: - ✔✔Use the side view
mirrors
✔✔What are three situations where you should be aware of your aerial apparatus's
dimensions to avoid a possible hazard? - ✔✔Traveling under an overpass
Backing into a mutual aid fire department stall
Maneuvering around parked cars
✔✔The purpose of the serpentine exercise demonstrates your ability to: - ✔✔Maneuver
the aerial around tight corners or stopped vehicles
✔✔When driving or "cruising" in an aerial apparatus, you should: - ✔✔Be careful not to
over-throttle, which may result in lugging
✔✔When approaching an intersection that does not require a stop: - ✔✔Check for
oncoming traffic
✔✔What action should you perform when entering, exiting, or changing lanes on a
limited access highway? - ✔✔Check your side and rear view mirrors
✔✔When backing an aerial apparatus, all of the following placements of spotters are
correct except:
A. One spotter behind
B. One spotter in front and one behind
C. Two spotters in front
D. Two spotters behind - ✔✔C
✔✔When maneuvering around obstructions in the roadway, do all of the following
except:
A. Approach the obstruction with caution
B. Judge the apparatus clearance around the obstructions
C. Use both left and right side view mirrors
D. Only approach these obstructions from the left side of the apparatus - ✔✔D
✔✔The side view mirrors on the apparatus are used to: - ✔✔Identify obstacles on the
sides and rear of the aerial apparatus
✔✔While passing through an intersection with a red stop light during the road test, you
might be penalized for: - ✔✔Proceeding through the intersection
✔✔Identify three causes of aerial stress: - ✔✔Sudden starts
Excessive degree of angle
AND ANSWERS SURE A+
✔✔Identify three limitations of hydraulic extrication tools: - ✔✔Hose distances over 100
ft (30m) from pump may have a diminishing effect on tool operation
There is a maximum number of tools that may be attached to the system
Apparatus-mounted power systems generally have a standard method for engaging the
device with varying difficulty
✔✔Select two true statement about the visual inspection of the lower control pedestal: -
✔✔All controls should move freely
Electrical connections and wiring should be tight and free of wear
✔✔Engine idling for an extended period of time should be avoided, as it could lead to: -
✔✔Wasted fuel
✔✔What action is mandatory while passing through a straight section of road? -
✔✔Maintain the apparatus's speed
✔✔What are three things you would do when entering a limited access highway? -
✔✔Activate the appropriate turn signal
Check for traffic while on the entrance ramp
Check your side and rearview mirrors
✔✔When driving on an upgrade slope with a standard transmission: - ✔✔Downshift to
maintain engine rpm and speed
✔✔Passengers do not have to where a seatbelt in a moving apparatus when: -
✔✔Loading the hose onto the aerial apparatus
, ✔✔When backing an aerial apparatus, it is recommended you: - ✔✔Use the side view
mirrors
✔✔What are three situations where you should be aware of your aerial apparatus's
dimensions to avoid a possible hazard? - ✔✔Traveling under an overpass
Backing into a mutual aid fire department stall
Maneuvering around parked cars
✔✔The purpose of the serpentine exercise demonstrates your ability to: - ✔✔Maneuver
the aerial around tight corners or stopped vehicles
✔✔When driving or "cruising" in an aerial apparatus, you should: - ✔✔Be careful not to
over-throttle, which may result in lugging
✔✔When approaching an intersection that does not require a stop: - ✔✔Check for
oncoming traffic
✔✔What action should you perform when entering, exiting, or changing lanes on a
limited access highway? - ✔✔Check your side and rear view mirrors
✔✔When backing an aerial apparatus, all of the following placements of spotters are
correct except:
A. One spotter behind
B. One spotter in front and one behind
C. Two spotters in front
D. Two spotters behind - ✔✔C
✔✔When maneuvering around obstructions in the roadway, do all of the following
except:
A. Approach the obstruction with caution
B. Judge the apparatus clearance around the obstructions
C. Use both left and right side view mirrors
D. Only approach these obstructions from the left side of the apparatus - ✔✔D
✔✔The side view mirrors on the apparatus are used to: - ✔✔Identify obstacles on the
sides and rear of the aerial apparatus
✔✔While passing through an intersection with a red stop light during the road test, you
might be penalized for: - ✔✔Proceeding through the intersection
✔✔Identify three causes of aerial stress: - ✔✔Sudden starts
Excessive degree of angle
