Pumping Apparatus Driver/Operator Final Test| 50 questions| with complete solutions

According to NFPA® 1901, fire department pumpers should have a water tank capacity of at least: Select one: a. 100 gallons (400 liters). b. 250 gallons (1 000 liters). c. 300 gallons (1 200 liters). d. 750 gallons (3 000 liters). See page 14 correct answer: c. 300 gallons (1 200 liters). What is the function of mobile water supply apparatus? Select one: a. Transport water to areas where a water system is nonexistent or inadequate b. Limit the amount of hose necessary to fight fires in highly populated areas c. Transport water to areas where more than one apparatus is needed for suppression d. Act as a backup water supply system to conventional sources of water at structural fires See page 17 correct answer: a. Transport water to areas where a water system is nonexistent or inadequate When a mobile water supply apparatus is parked in close proximity to the fire scene and pumpers are using its supply during suppression operations, the water tender is being used: Select one: a. as an intermittent source. b. as a secondary operation. c. in a mobile shuttle operation. d. as a stationary reservoir or "nurse tender." See page 18 correct answer: d. as a stationary reservoir or "nurse tender." Which apparatus is MOST likely to have a pump and roll system that allows apparatus to be driven while discharging water? Select one: a. Wildland fire apparatus b. Aircraft rescue and fire apparatus c. Aerial apparatus equipped with fire pumps d. Rescue apparatus equipped with fire pumps See page 19 correct answer: a. Wildland fire apparatus Which statement about the driver/operator and maintenance responsibilities is MOST accurate? Select one: a. All maintenance is generally contracted out to a service shop. b. The driver/operator is often able to correct minor deficiencies.