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AERIAL APPARATUS QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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Name: Score:149 Multiple choice questions
Term 1 of 149
Wind can place an extreme static force on a raised aerial device. (T/F)
True
False
Term 2 of 149
during an annual pump test, a quint apparatus should deliver ___ of its rated capacity at 150 psi
pump pressure for 20 minutes
50
100
75
150
Term 3 of 149
Applying grease to exposed sliding surfaces is effective in preventing
immediate ice adhesion
elevation
ladder locks from sticking
serpentine course
,Term 4 of 149
When operating any aerial device at low angles and fully extended, one can expect a(n) ____
amount of stress on that aerial device.
reduced
negligible
increased
minimal
Term 5 of 149
A disadvantage of having inverters on aerial apparatus is that
the inverters increase fuel efficiency
the inverters reduce maintenance costs
the inverters provide additional power
there is limited mobility from the vehicle
Term 6 of 149
When approaching an intersection, the driver/operator should slow the apparatus to a speed
that allows for adequate reaction time
The driver should speed up to clear the intersection quickly.
The driver should ignore any obstructions and proceed cautiously.
The apparatus should be brought to a complete stop if there are any obstructions that
block the driver's view.
The driver should make a sharp turn to avoid the obstruction.
,Term 7 of 149
In a rescue situation, the objective of the aerial operator is to
B. amount of current flowing into the battery.
C. amount of current being taken from the battery.
move the apparatus into the opposing lane of traffic and proceed throught the
intersection at an extremely reduced rate of speed
maneuvering a fire department vehicle around parked and stopped vehicles and tight
corners
A. reach as many victims as possible.
B. use a minimum number of aerial movements.
C. reach as many points of egress as possible
Term 8 of 149
When stabilizing tractor-trailer aerial apparatus , maximum stability occurs when the angle of
the tractor is ___ degrees from the centerline of the trailer, and the aerial ladder is operated
toward the outside of the angle.
The apparatus should be brought to a complete stop if there are any obstructions that
block the driver's view.
60
T
move the apparatus into the opposing lane of traffic and proceed throught the
intersection at an extremely reduced rate of speed
Term 9 of 149
Keeping something in a state of usefulness or readiness is known as
repair
maintenance
preservice
preparation
, Term 10 of 149
The speed at which aerial devices are deployed is dependent upon:
the height of the structure being accessed
the weight of the aerial device
the angle of the aerial device's deployment
the amount the control lever is pushed
Term 11 of 149
If a driver is negligent while operating an emergency vehicle and is involved in a motor vehicle
accident
only the driver is exempt from liability in all cases.
the department is always responsible, regardless of the driver's actions.
negligence does not apply to emergency vehicles under any circumstances.
both the driver and the department may be held criminally and/or civilly liable.
Term 12 of 149
proper ___ reduces out of service time
upgrading
lubrication
cleaning
replacement
Term 13 of 149
the valve directs hydraulic fluid fromone hydraulic circuit to another
stack
selector/diverter
portable radio
control/transfer
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