FSVO State Exam Actual Study Questions
with Correct Answers Already Graded A+
1. Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications -
ANSWER NFPA 1002
2. Why do new apparatus (newer than 2010) have an additional tank of diesel
exhaust fluid (DEF)? - ANSWER Meet the new emission requirements
3. If engine doesn't start within ___ seconds, release the starter switch, and
allow the motor to cool for ___ minutes before trying again. - ANSWER 30
&2
4. The purpose of using a spotter is to - ANSWER the driver by observing
cross traffic the as the area in the blind spot
5. horizontal and vertical openings, the operator must know: To effectively
judge the ability of a vehicle to pass through areas of restricted - ANSWER
vehicle dimensions.
6. Which driving skill would not require using a spotter? - ANSWER
Diminishing clearance
7. Whenever possible, allow the engine to warm up for ___ minutes. -
ANSWER 3-5
8. When pulling out of the station, do not exceed speeds over ___ mph. -
ANSWER 5
,9. The parking brake is required, by NFPA 1901, to hold the apparatus on at
least a ___% grade. - ANSWER 20
10.What should be the first step in your 360º inspection? - ANSWER Open the
apparatus bay door completely
11.What is the area in which the confined-space turnaround is performed in? -
ANSWER 50' x 100'
12.Where should the spotter be located when backing up an apparatus? -
ANSWER Drivers side by the rear bumper
13.What is the last step in shutting down/securing an apparatus? - ANSWER
Replacing, cleaning, and repairing any used equipment
14.Drivers who are found guilty/at fault for an accident involving an apparatus
may be prosecuted in what court(s)? - ANSWER Both criminal and civil
court
15.What is a Code 3 response? - ANSWER Driving with emergency lights and
sirens
16.What is a Code 2 response? - ANSWER Driving with emergency lights and
no sirens
17.What is a Code 1 response? - ANSWER Driving with no emergency lights
or sirens
, 18.To ensure a safe following distance, what rule should you use? - ANSWER
3-second rule (6-second rule if weather is bad)
19.When driving down hills, what should you rely to slowdown the apparatus? -
ANSWER The engine and the auxiliary brakes
20.___% of the apparatus weight is on the front axle and ___% of the apparatus
weight is on the rear axle. - ANSWER 33 & 66
21.During an emergency response, ___ present the greatest potential danger to
an apparatus. - ANSWER Intersections
22.What braking system provides braking torque through the driveline to the
rear wheels? - ANSWER Auxiliary
23.What braking system should not be used during slippery road conditions? -
ANSWER Auxiliary
24.NFPA requirements for FSVO - ANSWER NFPA 1002
25.NFPA Standards governing Fire Service Vehicles - ANSWER NFPA 1451
26.What percent of firefighter killed in the line of duty are responding to or
returning from incidents? - ANSWER 25%
27.Name the four components of the risk management plan - ANSWER Risk
Identification, Risk evaluation, Risk Control Techniques, Risk Management
Monitoring
with Correct Answers Already Graded A+
1. Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications -
ANSWER NFPA 1002
2. Why do new apparatus (newer than 2010) have an additional tank of diesel
exhaust fluid (DEF)? - ANSWER Meet the new emission requirements
3. If engine doesn't start within ___ seconds, release the starter switch, and
allow the motor to cool for ___ minutes before trying again. - ANSWER 30
&2
4. The purpose of using a spotter is to - ANSWER the driver by observing
cross traffic the as the area in the blind spot
5. horizontal and vertical openings, the operator must know: To effectively
judge the ability of a vehicle to pass through areas of restricted - ANSWER
vehicle dimensions.
6. Which driving skill would not require using a spotter? - ANSWER
Diminishing clearance
7. Whenever possible, allow the engine to warm up for ___ minutes. -
ANSWER 3-5
8. When pulling out of the station, do not exceed speeds over ___ mph. -
ANSWER 5
,9. The parking brake is required, by NFPA 1901, to hold the apparatus on at
least a ___% grade. - ANSWER 20
10.What should be the first step in your 360º inspection? - ANSWER Open the
apparatus bay door completely
11.What is the area in which the confined-space turnaround is performed in? -
ANSWER 50' x 100'
12.Where should the spotter be located when backing up an apparatus? -
ANSWER Drivers side by the rear bumper
13.What is the last step in shutting down/securing an apparatus? - ANSWER
Replacing, cleaning, and repairing any used equipment
14.Drivers who are found guilty/at fault for an accident involving an apparatus
may be prosecuted in what court(s)? - ANSWER Both criminal and civil
court
15.What is a Code 3 response? - ANSWER Driving with emergency lights and
sirens
16.What is a Code 2 response? - ANSWER Driving with emergency lights and
no sirens
17.What is a Code 1 response? - ANSWER Driving with no emergency lights
or sirens
, 18.To ensure a safe following distance, what rule should you use? - ANSWER
3-second rule (6-second rule if weather is bad)
19.When driving down hills, what should you rely to slowdown the apparatus? -
ANSWER The engine and the auxiliary brakes
20.___% of the apparatus weight is on the front axle and ___% of the apparatus
weight is on the rear axle. - ANSWER 33 & 66
21.During an emergency response, ___ present the greatest potential danger to
an apparatus. - ANSWER Intersections
22.What braking system provides braking torque through the driveline to the
rear wheels? - ANSWER Auxiliary
23.What braking system should not be used during slippery road conditions? -
ANSWER Auxiliary
24.NFPA requirements for FSVO - ANSWER NFPA 1002
25.NFPA Standards governing Fire Service Vehicles - ANSWER NFPA 1451
26.What percent of firefighter killed in the line of duty are responding to or
returning from incidents? - ANSWER 25%
27.Name the four components of the risk management plan - ANSWER Risk
Identification, Risk evaluation, Risk Control Techniques, Risk Management
Monitoring
