DPO Chapter 1 (Types of App Equip w-
Pump) Study Guide
The main purpose of fire department pumpers is to: (13) - answer provide adequate
water pressure for effective fire streams.
According to NFPA® 1901, fire department pumpers should have a minimum pump
capacity of: (14) - answer750 gpm (3 000 L/min).
According to NFPA® 1901, fire department pumpers should have a water tank capacity
of at least: (14) - answer300 gallons (1 200 liters).
What NFPA® standard specifies minimum portable equipment that must be carried on
all pumpers? (14) – answer NFPA® 1901
Which statement about fire department pumpers and foam capability is MOST
accurate? (15) - answer Many fire departments operate pumpers capable of discharging
foam on Class A and/or Class B fires.
Foam tanks on municipal fire pumpers are often designed to be refilled: (16) -
answerdirectly from 5 gallon (20 L) containers.
What term is often used to define pumping apparatus smaller than a full-size pumper?
(16) - answerMini-pumper
Compared to full-size pumpers, initial attack fire apparatus have: (16) - answersmaller
chassis.
What is the function of mobile water supply apparatus? (17) - answerTransport water to
areas where a water system is nonexistent or inadequate
Which factor involves taking into consideration the capability of nearby jurisdictions
when determining the capacity of mobile water supply apparatus? (17) -
answerInteroperability
According to NFPA® 1901, mobile water supply apparatus must be equipped with a
tank capacity of at least: (17) - answer1,000 gallons (4 000 L).
Which of the following is a safety and efficiency requirement that should be met by
mobile water supply apparatus? (18) - answerSuspension and steering matched to
terrain requirements
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