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Florida Pump Ops Test

Florida Pump Ops Test

What is the maximum capacity of the pumper in most departments? correct answers 2000 gpm What is the normal maximum water capacity for the wildland fire apparatus correct answers 500 gallons What should the dry chemical system be checked for during the daily inspection of an apparatus with a fire pump? correct answers Signs of lumping What term is used to describe keeping a piece of equipment In a state of readiness? correct answers Maintenance How much intake hose should be connecte...

Florida Pump Ops Test

SOP for a systemic maintenance program should specify a method for reporting, correcting, and: A. documenting all activities B. budgeting for all activities C. eliminating minor breakdowns C. charging minor maintenance tasks correct answers A The driver/operator has varying responsibilities regarding maintenance and is: A. responsible for all maintenance work B. often able to correct minor deficiencies C. allowed to undertake complex repair work D. only able to perform maintain that d...

Florida Pump Ops Test exam with new questions and answers

Driver/operator needs to know the amount of friction loss and pressure loss in the fire hose in order to: A. minimize wear and tear on fire hose B. effectively provide water for fire streams C. ensure correct choice of nozzle size and shape D> control the amount of water flowing from the hydrant correct answers B The calculations of friction loss must take into account the: A. size of the pump B. length and diameter of the hoseline C. number of personnel operating the hoseline D. t...

Florida Pump Ops Test

Florida Pump Ops Test

Florida Pump Ops Test Q&A Latest update In a wild fire attack the position of the apparatus is what? - ANSWER the anchor When does brake fade occur? - ANSWER when the brakes overheat from excessive use What area is between wild-land and rural area? - ANSWER Wild land urban interface Older vehicles may be equipped with what type of braking system? - ANSWER Hydraulic braking system If the operator on an aerial has the DCDL locked and hears tires scrubbing what should he do? - ANSWER ...