CAL FIRE WEEKLY FIREPUMP CERT 2026 EXAM
PREPARATION PACK KEY PUMP TYPES
PRESSURE MANAGEMENT AND WATER SUPPLY
SYSTEMS WITH SAMPLE QUESTIONS
◉ What is the purpose of inspecting the pump assembly? Answer:
To confirm it appears to be in operating condition and is free from
physical damage
◉ True or False?
The transfer switch normal pilot light should be illuminated.
Answer: True
◉ The purpose of testing the pump assembly is to ensure automatic
manual operation upon demand and continuous delivery of the
required system output. An additional purpose is to __________.
Answer: detect deficiencies not evident by inspection
◉ At what level should the oil level in the vertical motor sight glass
be? Answer: Normal/Acceptable range
◉ True or False?
, The isolating switch for electric pumps should be closed. Answer:
True
◉ True or False?
When verifying water level in suction reservoir during weekly
inspection, the water level should be full. Answer: True
◉ Diesel engine fuel tank level, float switch and solenoid valve
operation shall be checked __________. Answer: weekly (visual
inspection)
◉ Controllers include air-, __________ or electric- operated units.
Answer: hydraulic-
◉ The weekly test pertinent adjustments shall be made while the
pump is: Answer: running
◉ True or False?
The oil level in the right angle gear drive should be
normal/acceptable range. Answer: True
PREPARATION PACK KEY PUMP TYPES
PRESSURE MANAGEMENT AND WATER SUPPLY
SYSTEMS WITH SAMPLE QUESTIONS
◉ What is the purpose of inspecting the pump assembly? Answer:
To confirm it appears to be in operating condition and is free from
physical damage
◉ True or False?
The transfer switch normal pilot light should be illuminated.
Answer: True
◉ The purpose of testing the pump assembly is to ensure automatic
manual operation upon demand and continuous delivery of the
required system output. An additional purpose is to __________.
Answer: detect deficiencies not evident by inspection
◉ At what level should the oil level in the vertical motor sight glass
be? Answer: Normal/Acceptable range
◉ True or False?
, The isolating switch for electric pumps should be closed. Answer:
True
◉ True or False?
When verifying water level in suction reservoir during weekly
inspection, the water level should be full. Answer: True
◉ Diesel engine fuel tank level, float switch and solenoid valve
operation shall be checked __________. Answer: weekly (visual
inspection)
◉ Controllers include air-, __________ or electric- operated units.
Answer: hydraulic-
◉ The weekly test pertinent adjustments shall be made while the
pump is: Answer: running
◉ True or False?
The oil level in the right angle gear drive should be
normal/acceptable range. Answer: True
