MOBILE WATER SUPPLY TEST
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100%
ACCURATE
Fire pumps range in capacity from 750-3,000 gpm. - ANSWER-
Foam tanks are usually 20 to 100 gallons. - ANSWER-
In some regions the terms mini-pumper or midi-pumper have come to define
pumping apparatus smaller than a full sized pumper. - ANSWER-
Mobile water supply apparatus as stated in NFPA 1901 are equipped with a tank
capacity of at least 1,000 gallons. - ANSWER-
Mobile water supply apparatus have 2 basic functions on the fire ground; mobile
shuttle operation and stationary reservoir "nurse tender". - ANSWER-
Maintenance refers to keeping apparatus in a state of usefulness or readiness. -
ANSWER-
Repair means to restore that which has become inoperable. - ANSWER-
Preventative maintenance helps to ensure reliability, reduce the frequency and cost
of repairs, and reduce out of service time. - ANSWER-
The goal of preventative maintenance is to eliminate unexpected and catastrophic
failures that may endanger fire-fighters and the general public. - ANSWER-
NFPA 1002 requires driver/operators to be able to perform routine tests, inspections,
and servicing of the following systems: batteries, brakes, oil, tires, steering, exct -
ANSWER-
Apparatus maintenance and inspection records are important documents that may
serve several functions. IN A WARRANTY CLAIM these records may be needed to
document that recquired maintenance was performed. - ANSWER-
Proper inspection of apparatus and equipment is made much easier when parts are
free of dirt and grime. - ANSWER-
There are adverse effects to overcleaning fire apparatus. Steam cleaning or high
pressure water spray may remove lubrication from the chasis, engine, pump and
underbody. - ANSWER-
Care should be taken not to strip away necessary lubricants when washing the
vehicle body and components. After heavy cleaning, it may be necessary to perform
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 100%
ACCURATE
Fire pumps range in capacity from 750-3,000 gpm. - ANSWER-
Foam tanks are usually 20 to 100 gallons. - ANSWER-
In some regions the terms mini-pumper or midi-pumper have come to define
pumping apparatus smaller than a full sized pumper. - ANSWER-
Mobile water supply apparatus as stated in NFPA 1901 are equipped with a tank
capacity of at least 1,000 gallons. - ANSWER-
Mobile water supply apparatus have 2 basic functions on the fire ground; mobile
shuttle operation and stationary reservoir "nurse tender". - ANSWER-
Maintenance refers to keeping apparatus in a state of usefulness or readiness. -
ANSWER-
Repair means to restore that which has become inoperable. - ANSWER-
Preventative maintenance helps to ensure reliability, reduce the frequency and cost
of repairs, and reduce out of service time. - ANSWER-
The goal of preventative maintenance is to eliminate unexpected and catastrophic
failures that may endanger fire-fighters and the general public. - ANSWER-
NFPA 1002 requires driver/operators to be able to perform routine tests, inspections,
and servicing of the following systems: batteries, brakes, oil, tires, steering, exct -
ANSWER-
Apparatus maintenance and inspection records are important documents that may
serve several functions. IN A WARRANTY CLAIM these records may be needed to
document that recquired maintenance was performed. - ANSWER-
Proper inspection of apparatus and equipment is made much easier when parts are
free of dirt and grime. - ANSWER-
There are adverse effects to overcleaning fire apparatus. Steam cleaning or high
pressure water spray may remove lubrication from the chasis, engine, pump and
underbody. - ANSWER-
Care should be taken not to strip away necessary lubricants when washing the
vehicle body and components. After heavy cleaning, it may be necessary to perform
