AERIAL CDC QUESTIONS WITH
ANSWERS 2026\2027 LATEST
UPDATED AND GRADED 100%
Hydraulic systems in aerial apparatus are used to: - ANSWER: Stabilize
the apparatus and extend the aerial device
Identify Three conditions where you should drive an aerial apparatus in low
gear. - ANSWER: 1. Climbing a hill
2. Traveling around a corner
3. Approaching an intersection
When checking the hydraulic fluid level: - ANSWER: Use a dipstick or
sight gauge
Select three elements of the aerial device that must be visually inspected. -
ANSWER: 1. Elevating platform assembly
2. Ladder rungs
3. Equipment
The function of the hydraulic system is to: - ANSWER: Provide power for
operating the various hydraulic components needed to stabilize the
apparatus and operate the aerial device
Select three areas that should be checked when looking at tires. -
ANSWER: 1. Condition
2. Type
3. Inflation
A liquid surge effect may occur: - ANSWER: When an aerial apparatus's
tank is not completely full
A turntable's function is best described as: - ANSWER: Provides
continuous rotation on a horizontal plane
When maintaining aerial apparatus records, you should always: -
ANSWER: Refer to your department's SOP's for specific guidance
, The most common type of aerial fire apparatus operated in North America
is the: - ANSWER: Aerial ladder apparatus
To check the overall condition of the engine and pump, perform the: -
ANSWER: Pumping test
Identify three features of elevated platform waterway systems. - ANSWER:
1. Attack lines
2. Two nozzles at the platform
3. Handlines
Aerial apparatus driver/operators are regulated by: - ANSWER: All of the
above
Identify five major features or functions of quints. - ANSWER: 1. size of the
water tank
2. amount of supply and attack hose
3. array and length of grounds ladders
4. pre-piped waterway on the aerial apparatus
5. size of the fire pump.
When checking the automatic transmission fluid driver/operators should
perform a: - ANSWER: Hot and cold check
To provide electric power to multiple connections, aerial apparatus
driver/operators should use: - ANSWER: Junction boxes
When drafting from a static source, it is important to remember to: -
ANSWER: Make your connections before moving into position
For all types of apparatus, the first step when engaging the PTO is to: -
ANSWER: Set the parking brake
Identify two true statements about foam streams operated from elevated
master streams. - ANSWER: 1. Non aerated foam has fast knock-down
but doesn't form a blanket over the fuel
2. One acceptable foam concentrate is AFFF
ANSWERS 2026\2027 LATEST
UPDATED AND GRADED 100%
Hydraulic systems in aerial apparatus are used to: - ANSWER: Stabilize
the apparatus and extend the aerial device
Identify Three conditions where you should drive an aerial apparatus in low
gear. - ANSWER: 1. Climbing a hill
2. Traveling around a corner
3. Approaching an intersection
When checking the hydraulic fluid level: - ANSWER: Use a dipstick or
sight gauge
Select three elements of the aerial device that must be visually inspected. -
ANSWER: 1. Elevating platform assembly
2. Ladder rungs
3. Equipment
The function of the hydraulic system is to: - ANSWER: Provide power for
operating the various hydraulic components needed to stabilize the
apparatus and operate the aerial device
Select three areas that should be checked when looking at tires. -
ANSWER: 1. Condition
2. Type
3. Inflation
A liquid surge effect may occur: - ANSWER: When an aerial apparatus's
tank is not completely full
A turntable's function is best described as: - ANSWER: Provides
continuous rotation on a horizontal plane
When maintaining aerial apparatus records, you should always: -
ANSWER: Refer to your department's SOP's for specific guidance
, The most common type of aerial fire apparatus operated in North America
is the: - ANSWER: Aerial ladder apparatus
To check the overall condition of the engine and pump, perform the: -
ANSWER: Pumping test
Identify three features of elevated platform waterway systems. - ANSWER:
1. Attack lines
2. Two nozzles at the platform
3. Handlines
Aerial apparatus driver/operators are regulated by: - ANSWER: All of the
above
Identify five major features or functions of quints. - ANSWER: 1. size of the
water tank
2. amount of supply and attack hose
3. array and length of grounds ladders
4. pre-piped waterway on the aerial apparatus
5. size of the fire pump.
When checking the automatic transmission fluid driver/operators should
perform a: - ANSWER: Hot and cold check
To provide electric power to multiple connections, aerial apparatus
driver/operators should use: - ANSWER: Junction boxes
When drafting from a static source, it is important to remember to: -
ANSWER: Make your connections before moving into position
For all types of apparatus, the first step when engaging the PTO is to: -
ANSWER: Set the parking brake
Identify two true statements about foam streams operated from elevated
master streams. - ANSWER: 1. Non aerated foam has fast knock-down
but doesn't form a blanket over the fuel
2. One acceptable foam concentrate is AFFF
