FSVO STATE TEST EXAM 2 UPDATED
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The purpose of using a spotter is to - ANSWER: the driver by observing
cross traffic the as the area in the blind spot
horizontal and vertical openings, the operator must know: To effectively
judge the ability of a vehicle to pass through areas of restricted -
ANSWER: vehicle dimensions.
Which driving skill would not require using a spotter? - ANSWER:
Diminishing clearance
The distance a vehicle travels from the point where you begin
recognizing the hazard until the apparatus comes to a complete stop is
called the: - ANSWER: total stopping distance.
The confined space turnaround maneuver allows an operator to turn the
apparatus degrees - ANSWER: 180
Improper tire pressures may cause - ANSWER: poor handling
One method of performing an apparatus/pretrip inspection is the -
ANSWER: walk-around method.
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Before shutdown the apparatus engine temperature should be allowed to
stabilize by idling it for minutes. - ANSWER: 3 to 5
Checking for voltage, electrolyte level, and corrosion are all steps in
inspecting: - ANSWER: the battery.
While traveling in the center lane of a multiple-lane highway on an
emergency call, the vehicle in front of you stops. You should: -
ANSWER: brake to reduce speed and pass on the left side of the
vehicle.
The vacuum test requires a reading at the end of 5 minutes with no more
than inches of vacuum being lost. - ANSWER: 10
When responding to emergencies, the use of warning devices: -
ANSWER: does not allow the driver to disregard other drivers.
When approaching unguarded railroad crossings, the driver shall: -
ANSWER: come to a complete stop.
Level I staging may be: - ANSWER: used in the initial response to a
fire or other incident involving more than one responding company.
Many accidents involving apparatus are caused by the operator -
ANSWER: misunderstanding the capabilities of the apparatus.
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At a working fire, which apparatus has the highest priority for position?
- ANSWER: Aerial apparatus
A fire apparatus should be dried: - ANSWER: with a clean chamois
You have responded to an emergency on a limited-access highway. Your
apparatus is not being used. You should: - ANSWER: use the apparatus
as a barrier between the traffic flow and the responders on scene.
When stopping an apparatus, it is necessary to consider the: -
ANSWER: A. empty weight of the apparatus.
B. length of the apparatus.
C. condition of the brakes.
D. height of the apparatus.
When doing routine maintenance on a battery, which would need to be
corrected by the driver/operator? - ANSWER: Corrosion on the battery
terminals
Which is a result of over-throttling? - ANSWER: A. White smoke from
the exhaust
B. Overheating of engine coolant
C. Loss of power
D. Increases torque