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In 1720 what was the piece of equipment to replace the bucket brigade? - ✔✔Hand Pump Which NFPA standard required new fire apparatus to be designed so that all members riding on the fire apparatus would be provided a seated area inside an enclosed cab? - ✔✔NFPA 1500 What was the first gasoline powered fire apparatus to discharge water by using a large soda acid extinguisher? - ✔✔Chemical Wagon The real breakthrough for today's modern fire apparatus came with the introduction of the __________________ which carried a booster tank, had a pump capacity of 250 gallons per minute or greater, and carried 21/2 inch and 11/2 inch hoses used for water supply and firefighting. - ✔✔Triple- combustion pumper Which national organization writes codes and standards for fire protection? - ✔✔National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) In the early years of U.S. firefighting history, a was used to pull, down a burning building and prevent the fire from spreading to nearby structures. - ✔✔Fire hook The first mechanized fire pumps were generally fueled by: - ✔✔Coal In the early 1900's what material did the city of Philadelphia use to develop a municipal water supply system? - ✔✔Wood In the early years of U.S. history, many cities employed watchmen to walk the streets at night looking for:
- ✔✔fires Auxiliary braking systems incorporated into apparatus design to supplement the service brakes include all of the following EXCEPT: - ✔✔antilock braking system (ABS)
Growing concerns for firefighter safety during the progression of fire apparatus resulted in the adoption of standard NFPA: - ✔✔ 1500 What was the system used by colonial-era firefighters in which leather buckets were passed from person to person to assist in extinguishing a fire? - ✔✔bucket brigade The second leading cause of firefighter fatalities is injuries sustained while: - ✔✔responding or returning from the fireground Which of the following is/are the most important aspect of fire apparatus crash prevention? - ✔✔Driver/ Operator Skill and experience What term was used to identify the fire fighter charged with operating the steam engine? - ✔✔Engineer What type of system uses sensors on each wheel to control brake application in the event of a sudden or emergency stop? - ✔✔antilock braking system NFPA standards are generally based on _________________. - ✔✔Consensus What term identified the person who sat on the rear of a vehicle to help maneuver a long ladder cart through the streets? - ✔✔Tillerman With the advent of steam-powered pumps (called steamers) in the mid-1800s, _________________ replaced fire fighters in moving equipment to the fireground. - ✔✔horses A small truck constructed with a large soda acid extinguisher and 50 ft or more of small hose (booster line size). - ✔✔Chemical Wagon A water pump mounted on the fire apparatus in addition to a fire pump and used for firefighting either in conjunction with or independent of the fire pump. - ✔✔Booster Pump
Which of the following is NOT a response action of the apparatus driver/ operator? - ✔✔Selecting the best team to bring aboard When the driver operator experiences a problem with the apparatus that can't be be managed in the field, the driver/ operator must: - ✔✔immediately communicate the problem to an officer Training drivers to operate their apparatus ________________ and _______________ is critical to the success of any fire department. - ✔✔Safely, efficiently What is the best source for retrieving the answers to specific operational questions? - ✔✔Operating Manuals According to NFPA 1002, Fire Apparatus Driver/ Operator Professional Qualifications, the _________________________ is responsible for getting the fire apparatus to the scene safely, setting up, and running the pump or operating the aerial ladder once the vehicle arrives on the scene. - ✔✔driver/ operator NFPA ____________ requires that driver/operators meet the requirements of NFPA 1001, Standard for firefighter professional qualifications, for firefighter I, if they will be responsible for operating a fire pump or aerial device on the fire apparatus. - ✔✔ 1002 ___________________ inspections include all on-board systems and all carried equipment. - ✔✔Routine The more a crew knows about the driver/operator's roles and responsibilities, the stronger the crew's __________________ becomes. - ✔✔Synergy According to Chapter 4 of National Fire Protection (NFPA) 1002, standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/ Operator Professional Qualifications, it is the _________________________ responsibility to ensure that passenger restraints are used. - ✔✔Driver/ Operator's According to NFPA 1451, each fire department should provide driver training for all members no less than: - ✔✔Twice A year
NFPA 1451 requires all members to receive drivers training at least: - ✔✔twice a year Response actions for the apparatus driver/ operator include: - ✔✔indentifying nearby hydrant locations or water sources, and selecting the best position for the apparatus at the incident scene. ___________________ are a proactive means that critical functions are assigned to team members prior to arrival. - ✔✔Assigned riding positions Which of the following is NOT one of the 16 Firefighter Life Safety initiatives? - ✔✔Research delegations Most fire departments designate the front passenger seat to the: - ✔✔Officer in Charge Objectives that are required to be completed during the operational phase of an incident are known as: - ✔✔tactical benchmarks ___________________ is a key consideration for the driver/operator that is critical for building a successful team, instilling confidence in crew members, and supporting positive response outcomes. - ✔✔ A _____________ aid is a checklist or inspection sheet critical to ensuring the accuracy of inspections. - ✔✔job The ___________________________ is a collection of permanent rules published by the federal government, and includes 50 titles that represent broad areas of interest that are governed by federal regulation. - ✔✔Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) NFPA standard _______________ contains the minimum requirements for a Fire Emergency services vehicle Operations Training Program. - ✔✔ 1451 Vehicle construction and mechanical design characteristics that directly affect the handling, stability, maneuverability, functionality, and safeness of a vehicle. - ✔✔Vehicle Dynamics
___________________________ are the best sources for retrieving the answers to specific equipment operational questions. - ✔✔Operating Manuals What is the primary mission for a pumper? - ✔✔Supply Water Reports accidents, fatalities, and near misses from other fire departments can help identify: - ✔✔common problems and lead to the development of effective preventative actions Safety Officers are Responsible for: - ✔✔Evaluating the hazards of various situations and recommending appropriate safety measures to the Incident Commander (IC). 1911 - ✔✔Performance testing is typically performed by a qualified EVT level 2 technician, as defined by NFPA: 200:1 to 1000:1 - ✔✔High-expansion foam has a foam expansion ratio in the range of: FL= C Q² L - ✔✔The correct friction loss formula in its simplest form is expressed as: Booster Pump - ✔✔_________________were rotary gear pumps and could generate as much as 200 gallons (800 L) of water per minute. Two - ✔✔All water tanks should be equipped with a baffling system with a minimum of _____________ transverse or longitudinal vertical baffles. Two - ✔✔Most aerials allow for operation of the turntable controls at ___________ speeds. Illuminated - ✔✔Each gauge, instrument and control must be marked with a label as to its function and must be:
a psychological history review - ✔✔The medical requirements specified in Chapter 8 of NFPA 1582, Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program for Fire Departments, include all of the following EXCEPT: 115 ft (35 m) - ✔✔To be considered an aerial fire apparatus as defined by NFPA 1901, the apparatus must include at a minimum, a _____________ total complement of ground ladders that are supplied and installed by the manufacturer. Multiplexing - ✔✔_________________ is a term used in electrical engineering to refer to the process of combining information from several different sources. Disengage the throttle and press the brake pedal - ✔✔When approaching an intersection with a green light, or where the fire apparatus has the right-of- way, the first thing to do is: Service Testing - ✔✔NFPA 1911 calls for annual performance testing or ________________ of fire apparatus pumps. 200 gallons (750 L - ✔✔According to NFPA 1901, in order for a fire apparatus to be classified as an initial attack fire apparatus, it must have a water tank capable of carrying a minimum of: 115 Ft (35 M) - ✔✔According to NFPA 1901, for a fire apparatus to meet the classification of aerial, what is the minimum number of feet in length that the total complement of ground ladders must meet? aircraft rescue and fire fighting vehicle - ✔✔A mobile foam fire apparatus is more commonly referred to as a(n): The five functions associated with a quint fire apparatus include: pump, water tank, fire hose storage, aerial, and: - ✔✔ground ladders 300 FT (90 m); 2 1/2- inch (65-mm) - ✔✔To be classified as an initial attack pumper, NFPA 1901 requires a minimum of ________________ of ___________________ or larger fire supply hose.
handling materials, providing continuous egress, or discharging water at positions elevated from the ground. Chassis - ✔✔The basic operating motor vehicle, including the engine, frame, and other essential structural and and mechanical parts, but exclusive of the body and all appurtenances for the accommodation of driver, property, passengers, appliances, or equipment related to other than control. pumper fire apparatus - ✔✔Fire apparatus with a permanently mounted fire pump of at least 750 GPM (3000 L/min) capacity, water tank, and hose body, whose primary purpose is to combat structural and associated fires. Fire apparatus - ✔✔A fire department emergency vehicle used for rescue, fire suppression, or other specialized functions. Initial attack fire apparatus - ✔✔Fire apparatus with a fire pump of at least 250 GPM (1000 L/min) capacity, water tank, and hose body, whose primary purpose is to initiate a fire suppression attack on structural, vehicular, or vegetation fires, and to support associated fire department operations. Quint - ✔✔Fire apparatus with a permanently mounted fire pump, a water tank, a hose storage area, an aerial ladder or elevating platform with permanently mounted waterway, and a complement of ground ladders. 1000 gallons (4000 L) - ✔✔In order for a fire apparatus to be classified as a mobile water supply apparatus, it must have a water tank that holds a minimum of: function; capabilities - ✔✔Specialized apparatus/ equipment has been developed for particular situations. These types of fire apparatus are distinguished based on their _________________ and _______________________ at the emergency scene. 35 mi/h - ✔✔According to NFPA 1901, all fire service apparatus must, when loaded to its estimated in service weight, be capable o attaining a minimum speed of ______________ within 25 seconds from a standing start while on dry, paved roads that are in good condition.
250 (1000 L/Min) - ✔✔According to NFPA 1901, in order for a fire apparatus to be classified as an initial attack fire apparatus, it must have a pump rated a minimum of ___________ GPM. 300 Gallons ( 1135 L) - ✔✔An apparatus must carry a minimum of _______________ of water to be classified as a pumper. 400 Ft (120 m) - ✔✔According to NFPA 1901, what is the minimum amount of attack hose to be carried on a pumper? Initial attack fire apparatus - ✔✔The _____________ is usually equipped with four-wheel drive and used to fight fires in urban and rural settings. 750 gallons (2840 L) - ✔✔According to NFPA 1901, a pumper should be equipped with permanently mounted pump at a minimum rating of __________ of water per minute. Attic Ladder - ✔✔Which of the following is one type of ground ladder that must be installed by manufacturer for an apparatus to be classified as an aerial apparatus in accordance with NFPA 1901? Special service - ✔✔A hazardous materials apparatus or a heavy technical rescue apparatus would be considered a ___________________ fire apparatus. Pumper - ✔✔What is the most common type of fire apparatus? Initial attack fire apparatus - ✔✔Which type of apparatus is used to respond to small incidents such as dumpster fires, vehicle fires, and brush fires in urban settings? The jurisdiction purchasing the fire apparatus - ✔✔Who is ultimately responsible for conducting ongoing training to ensure proficiency with regard to the safe and proper use of the fire apparatus and its equipment? 85 ft (26-m) - ✔✔NFPA 1901 states that the quint shall be equipped with a minimum total complement of _____________ of ground ladders.
29.7 X d² X √NP - ✔✔Formula for GPM ( # of stories - 1) X 5 - ✔✔Formula for EP PDP = FL+NP - ✔✔Formula for Pump Discharge Pressure (PDP) TPL= FL+NP+AL+EP - ✔✔Total Pressure Loss 1.57 X d² X NP - ✔✔Smooth Bore Nozzle Reaction = 0.0505 X GPM X √NP - ✔✔Fog Nozzle Reaction 3/4 = 1100 2 1/2 = 2 1 = 150 3 with 2 1/2 couplings = 0. 1 1/2 = 24 3 with 3 couplings = 0. 1 3/4 = 15.5 3 1/2 =. 2= 8 4 =. 4 1/2 =. 5=. 6= .05 - ✔✔Friction Coefficients Full lift, extension and 90 degree rotation are all examples of what type of apparatus tests? - ✔✔Aerial device inspection The _________________ system keeps a vehicle's axles in place and holds up the fire apparatus and its entire load. - ✔✔suspension
Forms recording the inspection and maintenance process should be filled out: - ✔✔as the inspection process takes place The inspection process begins with a(n). - ✔✔review of the apparatus inspection form Fire apparatus and equipment should be inspected at least: - ✔✔weekly When conducting the fire apparatus air brake system warning light and buzzer test, an audible alarm should sound before the pressure drops to less than: - ✔✔60 psi (414 kPa) Often, fire apparatus inspections are broken into sections. According to the text, what is the first section that should be completed? - ✔✔Exterior inspection An internal valve in a multistage pump that enables the user to change the mode of operation to either series/ pressure or parallel/ volume. - ✔✔Transfer valve A system used inside the fire apparatus bay that connects to the fire apparatus tailpipe and draws its exhaust outside the building. - ✔✔Extractor exhaust system A graduated instrument for measuring the depth or amount of fluid in a container. - ✔✔Dip Stick An evaluation of the fire apparatus and its equipment that is intended to ensure its safe operation. - ✔✔Fire apparatus inspection Making sure the fire apparatus is in proper working condition, the emergency warning equipment is operating correctly, tools and equipment are functional, and the vehicle is ready to support sustained operations are all part of: - ✔✔Safety Visually inspecting under the fire apparatus for any fresh oil, coolant, or other fluid leaks, and checking for any damage to the apparatus body are conducted during which sections of the fire apparatus inspection? - ✔✔Exterior inspection
To properly maintain a fire apparatus the driver/ operator should use _________________ procedures and the manufacturer's recommendations as reference. - ✔✔Department Which of the following is true regarding adding fuel to equipment? - ✔✔If the engine is hot, allow it to cool before fueling the equipment NFPA _____________ is the Standard of Fire and Emergency Service Vehicle operations Training Programs. - ✔✔ 1451 When adding any fluids to a fire apparatus, the driver/ operator should be sure: - ✔✔Adhere to the Manufacturer's specifications According to the text, the ____________ system is the main component of an aerial device. - ✔✔Hydraulic When inspecting the fire apparatus, which fire apparatus section would focus on inspecting the fluid levels, battery charge, cooling system, motor components such as belts, charging system and driver train elements? - ✔✔Engine compartment inspection An engine should cool for at least _____________ minutes before the driver/ operator attempts to check the oil level. - ✔✔ 15 Voltage levels of a fire apparatus may be checked by: - ✔✔Observing the voltage meter on the dashboard in the cab To check the tension of a belt, the driver operator should: - ✔✔Push against the belt in an area where there is no pulley Ten degrees of play is equivalent to ___________ inches of movement at the rim of a 20-inch steering wheel. - ✔✔ 2
Which of the following is an example of an interior functional control switch? - ✔✔Map lights NFPA 1901 requires that seat belts be colored red or: - ✔✔Orange Tires should have at least ___________ inch of tread depth in every major groove. - ✔✔4/ 32 Personal protective equipment needed to safely perform a fire apparatus inspection includes ___________________, _____________________ and ____________________. - ✔✔Safety glasses, work gloves, hearing protection After the inspection is complete is complete, what should be done next? - ✔✔Review the report and make sure no items were missed When checking the coolant level of a fire apparatus, the driver/ operator should: - ✔✔Check the coolant level in a manner recommended by the manufacturer What term describes the evaluation of fire apparatus and its equipment that ensures its its safe operations? - ✔✔Fire apparatus inspection The _________________ lift is the greatest difference in elevation at which the fire apparatus can draft the required quantity of water under the established physical characteristics of operation. - ✔✔Maximum During a brake test, an apparatus weighing more than 10,000 pounds should stop within? - ✔✔35 feet What is another name for the 70 percent test? - ✔✔200 psi test If during the charging system test, the alternator output current (amps) does not reach at least ____________ of its rated output current then, the test has failed. - ✔✔80%
During a brake test, an apparatus weighing 10,000 pounds or less should stop within: - ✔✔25 feet What is the maximum percentage of pressure change in order for the compressed-air foam system to pass the test? - ✔✔10% When conducting testing of an apparatus compressed- air foam system, what is the recommended pump pressure for the test? - ✔✔125 psi True or False? If an apparatus is supplied with a breathing- air compressor system, that system should be tested annually by the fire dept? - ✔✔False When checking discharge pressure gauges for accuracy, any gauge that is off by more than ____________ must be recalibrated, repaired or replaced. - ✔✔10 psi In order to receive full credit for the performance test, you must record: - ✔✔all information including test conditions True of False? conductivity testing is preferred to load testing when testing batteries. - ✔✔True What is the maximum allowable voltage drop when performing the voltage drop test of the starter on an apparatus with a 24-volt system? - ✔✔0.4 volt When testing fire apparatus, water temperature are important. Warm water is defined as water at a temperature greater than: - ✔✔90 Degrees Fahrenheit A pump should _____________ be considered for rerating if the engine is seriously worn or should undergo major restorative work. - ✔✔Never What is another name for the overload test? - ✔✔165 psi test
Nozzles suitable for service testing are usually? - ✔✔regular equipment on the fire apparatus At what speed is the apparatus traveling when conducting the braking test? - ✔✔20 mi/h Which NFPA standard contains information on testing of an apparatus breathing air system? - ✔✔NFPA 1989 Which test is required when an aerial device has been put in service to determine if its performance continues to meet the predetermined specifications or standards? - ✔✔Performance Test During the performance test, the pump should be subjected to ____________ minutes of pumping at 100% of the rated capacity at 150 psi net pump pressure. - ✔✔ 20 The size of the nozzle used in service testing is usually chosen to give the desired discharge at a nozzle pressure between: - ✔✔60 and 70 psi What is another name for the 50 percent test? - ✔✔250 psi test What type of test is required for 12-volt receptacles on a aerial device? - ✔✔Line voltage electrical system test What term refers to the water pressure on the discharge manifold of the fire pump at the point of gauge attachment? - ✔✔Discharge pressure What term refers to a group of tests conducted annually after a fire apparatus has major repairs or modifications? - ✔✔Performance tests During the performance test, the pump should be subjected to 10 minutes of pumping at ___________ of the rated capacity at 250 psi net pump pressure. - ✔✔50%
