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DOD DRIVER OPERATOR AERIAL QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
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Name: Score:90 Multiple choice questions
Term 1 of 90
During the lowering procedure of an aerial device, it is best to drain the waterway system
before any movement of the aerial device
during the operation to maintain pressure
only if the waterway system shows signs of leakage
after the aerial device has been fully lowered
Term 2 of 90
Deployed anytime the aerial device will be raised from its bed and prevents the apparatus
from leaning or tipping over
Breathing System
Hydraulic System
Stabilizers
Neutralizers
Term 3 of 90
Aerial ladders are primarily used for?
Serving as a storage unit for firefighting equipment at the station.
Transporting firefighters to the scene of an emergency quickly.
Providing a stable base for ground operations during a fire.
Ventilation, rescue, elevated master stream application, and gaining access to upper
levels of an emergency scene.
,Term 4 of 90
When drafting from a static water source it is important to remember to
make your connections before moving into position
wait for the water to fill the tank before connecting
move into position without checking the water level
disconnect all hoses after reaching the water source
Term 5 of 90
Testing the discharge pressure gauges and flowmeter is important because if these devices
are no working properly
the flowmeter can become clogged and reduce water pressure significantly
you could supply dangerously insufficient or excessive amounts of water
the gauges can mislead the operator into using the wrong type of foam
incorrect readings can cause the apparatus to overheat and fail
Term 6 of 90
A hoisting cylinder's function is best described as:
lowering the aerial device for maintenance checks.
elevating the aerial device from its stowed position
rotating the aerial device to face different directions.
stabilizing the aerial device during high winds.
,Term 7 of 90
Identify 4 skills demonstrated during the alley dock exercise
interpreting spotter signals
using side mirrors
operating the aerial apparatus safely
moving the apparatus backward within a restricted area
non-aerated foam has fast knock-down but doesn't form a blanket over the fuel
one acceptable foam concentrate is aqueous film forming foam (AFFF)
size of the water tank, amount of supply and attack hose, array and length of grounds
ladders, pre-piped waterway on the aerial apparatus, and size of the fire pump.
amount of equipment the apparatus needs to carry, length of reach, most common tasks
required of the device, and maneuverability.
Term 8 of 90
Used to extend the third and fourth sections on an aerial device
Cable system
Cables, slides, and rollers
Stabilizers
Inflation, type, and condition
Term 9 of 90
The 75-80-80 rule applies to
detachable waterways
device wiring
railings and gates
handrails
, Term 10 of 90
Positioned on the turntable to the side of the aerial device so that the operator has a clear
view of the tip and workers on the device
Hydraulic system
Stabilizers
Control pedestal
Turntable
Term 11 of 90
Identify 3 indicators that a building may become unstable
loading the hose back onto the aerial apparatus
with ropes attached to the nozzle
falling bricks
interior collapse
sagging roofs
elevating water tower system
Term 12 of 90
when working near overhead lines, aerial apparatus driver/operators should try to maintain a
distance of at least
. 25 feet (7.6m)
10 feet (3m)
. 20 feet (6m)
. 15 feet (4.5m)
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