TCFP Driver Operator Study Questions and Answers

_____ is the desired pump pressure when supplying two lines of 2-1/2" hose, one 200 feet long and one 300 feet long, each with a 250 gpm nozzle operating at 100 psi. 137.5 psi A COMMON reason for eductor failure is: improper cleaning and maintenance of equipment Steering wheel ply should usually be no more than approximately ____ degrees in either direction. 10 When positioning a pumper to supply a fire department connection, the driver must consider the: positioning requirements of other apparatus When a apparatus driver is faced with a situation requiring evasive tactics, the driver should attempt to pass the overtaken vehicle on: the left side You have responded to an emergency on a limited-access highway. Your apparatus is not being used, so you should use the apparatus as a barrier between the traffic flow and the responders on scene. In washing a newer apparatus, you should: wash with automotive shampoo and cold water. When performing a capacity test, the desire net pump pressure should be ___ psi. 150 The part of the total pressure not used to overcome friction or gravity while forcing water through fire hose, pipe, fittings, and adapters is known as: residual pressure. ______ is the result of over-throttling. additional fuel consumption Because of the size of an apparatus, as well as the clearance needed when backing, the driver/operator should: assign a firefighter to clear the way and warn the driver/operator of any obstacle obscured by blind spots. When relay pumping, the intake relief valve should be set at: 10 psi above the static pressure