Pumper Driver/ Operator Exam Prep I-3 Questions
with Correct Answers
Checking for tightness of connection and corrosion are steps inspecting:
A. Brake Efficiency
B. The Voltage Regulator
C. Electric Motors
D. The Battery Correct Answer-D. The Battery
When stopping an apparatus, it is necessary to consider the:
A. Empty Weight of the Water Tank.
B. Length of the Apparatus.
C. Condition of the Brakes.
D. Height of the Apparatus. Correct Answer-C. Condition of the Brakes.
Inspecting all valves would be considered a part of ____________
maintenance.
A. Daily
B. Quarterly
C. Monthly
D. Bimonthly Correct Answer-A. Daily
The manufacturer's manual will _________ the numbers for engine oil.
A. Not Suggest
,B. Recommend
C. Require
D. Not Mandate Correct Answer-B. Recommend
What special concerns involve apparatus equipped with computerized
systems?
A. Computerized systems have fail-safe mechanisms to prevent damage.
B. Severe damage could result if battery cables are improperly removed.
C. These systems are sensitive to low moisture.
D. The battery cells require additional fluid to produce extra power.
Correct Answer-B. Severe damage could result if battery cables are
improperly removed.
Batteries produce explosive ______________ gas when being charged.
A. Nitrogen
B. Hydrocloric
C. Sulfuric
D. Hydrogen Correct Answer-D. Hydrogen
Shutting down a diesel engine immediately after full-load operation may
result in:
A. High Piston Ring Wear
B. Increase Oil Consumption
C. Fuel injector Damge
, D. Turbo Seizure or Damage from Heat Correct Answer-D. Turbo
Seizure or Damage from Heat
The _______________ assists in both braking and saving wear on the
service brakes.
A. Retarder
B. Relief Valve
C. Air Brakes
D. Transfer Valve Correct Answer-A. Retarder
The first step when performing the skill of start, idle and shut down a
fire apparatus is to:
A. Turn on the vehicle batteries.
B. Ensure all riders are wearing safety restraints.
C. Make sure external electrical cords, air, and exhaust system hoses are
disconnected.
D. Check that the parking brake is set. Correct Answer-C. Make sure
external electrical cords, air, and exhaust system hoses are disconnected.
Which is a result of over-throttling?
A. White smoke from the exhaust
B. Overheating of engine coolant
C. Loss of Power
D. Increase Torque Correct Answer-C. Loss of Power
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