Florida Pump Operator – 2025/2026 Updated
Exam Prep & Study Guide | 100% Pass
Guarantee
____________reduces the possibility of an apparatus going into a slide, jackknife, or
spin during heavy braking - correct answerABS
Railroad companies advise that vehicles be kept at least __________ from tracks. -
correct answer25 feet(7.5m)
What should D/O check in regards to tires on apparatus? - correct answer-Check the
tire type, condition, and inflation. Ensure not a mix of radial and bias-ply tires.
-Too much or too little tire pressure will damage tires, cause poor road handling, and
excessive fuel consumption.
-Tires should be replaced every seven (7) years, regardless of condition according to
NFPA 1911.
-Should be no more than 10 degrees steering wheel play, in either direction.
-NFPA 1901 and 1911 states that side-to-side variance in weight should not exceed 7%.
-Most modern apparatus are equipped with Air-actuated braking system (air brakes)
Ensure what before raising cab? - correct answerShut down apparatus, chock wheels.
Before lifting cab, be sure adequate vertical clearance.
What to do first when finding issue with apparatus that needs repair? - correct answer-
D/O Documents defective system per SOP then notify supervisor of the defect and
documentation
What is best flow pattern for a water shuttle operation? - correct answerA circular route
is the optimum arrangement for water shuttle circuit. Always try to maintain forward
movement to reduce backing.
The most suitable drafting site to meet the safety and flow requirements may not always
be the ______________________________ . - correct answergeographically closest
site
Nurse tender and portable water tank will be located at _____________. - correct
answerDump sites.
A ____________ consists of an intake hose connection on the shore and a length of
pipe extended into the water with a strainer on the end; at water source, usually in rural
areas. - correct answerdry hydrant
, Backing and Spotting - correct answerBacking straight - Spotter uses back and forth
motion with both arms and palms face spotter
Backing to left - Point left with appropriate arm and palm facing D/O and use other arm
similar to backing straight
Backing to Right - Point Right with appropriate arm and palm facing D/O and use other
arm similar to backing straight
Slowing down - Spotter's arms out to the side with palms facing down. Raising arms up
and down.
Stopping - Spotter crosses both forearms into a large X
Pull forward and reestablish backing - Spotter signals D/O to stop, then pull forward by
signaling with palms facing forward and motions back and forth in a pushing action.
After repositioning, resume backing operation.
If D/O cannot see spotter or feels unsafe, he should: - correct answerstop, set parking
brake, get out of apparatus, and check with everyone involved
Floating pump capacity is _____________. - correct answer500 gpm
Floating strainer may be used in water as shallow as _______________ . - correct
answer1 foot of water
Repair work that involves complex tools, parts, or in-depth mechanical knowledge is left
to _____________________________ . - correct answercertified mechanic
On apparatus equipped with a DPF, D/O must check __________________. - correct
answerDiesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
The DPF with aid of DEF reduces ____________________________________. -
correct answerNitrogen Oxide emissions.
The position of initial company, along with ___________________ will set scene for
apparatus placement - correct answerSOG's, and IC
_____________________________________________________are examples of
static water supplies. - correct answerDry hydrants, storage tanks, lakes, or streams
One strong hydrant supplies two attack pumpers which are connected intake to intake. -
correct answerDual pumping
Exam Prep & Study Guide | 100% Pass
Guarantee
____________reduces the possibility of an apparatus going into a slide, jackknife, or
spin during heavy braking - correct answerABS
Railroad companies advise that vehicles be kept at least __________ from tracks. -
correct answer25 feet(7.5m)
What should D/O check in regards to tires on apparatus? - correct answer-Check the
tire type, condition, and inflation. Ensure not a mix of radial and bias-ply tires.
-Too much or too little tire pressure will damage tires, cause poor road handling, and
excessive fuel consumption.
-Tires should be replaced every seven (7) years, regardless of condition according to
NFPA 1911.
-Should be no more than 10 degrees steering wheel play, in either direction.
-NFPA 1901 and 1911 states that side-to-side variance in weight should not exceed 7%.
-Most modern apparatus are equipped with Air-actuated braking system (air brakes)
Ensure what before raising cab? - correct answerShut down apparatus, chock wheels.
Before lifting cab, be sure adequate vertical clearance.
What to do first when finding issue with apparatus that needs repair? - correct answer-
D/O Documents defective system per SOP then notify supervisor of the defect and
documentation
What is best flow pattern for a water shuttle operation? - correct answerA circular route
is the optimum arrangement for water shuttle circuit. Always try to maintain forward
movement to reduce backing.
The most suitable drafting site to meet the safety and flow requirements may not always
be the ______________________________ . - correct answergeographically closest
site
Nurse tender and portable water tank will be located at _____________. - correct
answerDump sites.
A ____________ consists of an intake hose connection on the shore and a length of
pipe extended into the water with a strainer on the end; at water source, usually in rural
areas. - correct answerdry hydrant
, Backing and Spotting - correct answerBacking straight - Spotter uses back and forth
motion with both arms and palms face spotter
Backing to left - Point left with appropriate arm and palm facing D/O and use other arm
similar to backing straight
Backing to Right - Point Right with appropriate arm and palm facing D/O and use other
arm similar to backing straight
Slowing down - Spotter's arms out to the side with palms facing down. Raising arms up
and down.
Stopping - Spotter crosses both forearms into a large X
Pull forward and reestablish backing - Spotter signals D/O to stop, then pull forward by
signaling with palms facing forward and motions back and forth in a pushing action.
After repositioning, resume backing operation.
If D/O cannot see spotter or feels unsafe, he should: - correct answerstop, set parking
brake, get out of apparatus, and check with everyone involved
Floating pump capacity is _____________. - correct answer500 gpm
Floating strainer may be used in water as shallow as _______________ . - correct
answer1 foot of water
Repair work that involves complex tools, parts, or in-depth mechanical knowledge is left
to _____________________________ . - correct answercertified mechanic
On apparatus equipped with a DPF, D/O must check __________________. - correct
answerDiesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)
The DPF with aid of DEF reduces ____________________________________. -
correct answerNitrogen Oxide emissions.
The position of initial company, along with ___________________ will set scene for
apparatus placement - correct answerSOG's, and IC
_____________________________________________________are examples of
static water supplies. - correct answerDry hydrants, storage tanks, lakes, or streams
One strong hydrant supplies two attack pumpers which are connected intake to intake. -
correct answerDual pumping
