FIRE APPARATUS DRIVER OPERATOR
ARFF CERTIFICATION REVIEW 2026
TESTED ANSWERS GRADED A+
⩥ prepiped elevated master stream.
Answer: aerial fire apparatus (ladder truck) with a fixed waterway
attached to the underside of the ladder such that a water inlet at the base
supplies a master stream device at the end. Assume minimum of 25 psi
FL for all master stream appliances.
⩥ As a general rule, you should not exceed what pressure in a standpipe
system?.
Answer: 200 psi
⩥ Pressure Regulating Valve.
Answer: An automatic device used for converting high, fluctuating inlet
water pressure to a lower constant pressure. These are installed on stand
pipe risers whose system exceeds 175 psi.
⩥ How many ways must communications have of notifying each fire
station.
Answer: At least 2
,⩥ When dispatched, you should pay attention to:.
Answer: 1. Type of emergency
2. Location of emergency
3. Description of the incident
4. Other responding units
5. Assigned tactical radio frequency
6. Additional info from dispatcher
⩥ Code responses (3).
Answer: 3. Lights and sirens
2. Lights no sirens (usually prohibited due to lack of alert to civilians)
1. No lights no sirens
⩥ Chicago Fire Commissioner Robert J. Quinn modified the
__________ for firefighting use?.
Answer: Articulating platform
⩥ The inspection process should begin with a review of the.
Answer: Apparatus inspection form
⩥ To ensure the readiness the fire apparatus and equipment must be
inspected at least weekly and within __ hours after being used during an
emergency response?.
,Answer: 24
⩥ An audible alarm should signal before the pressure drops to less than
__ psi in the air tank with the lowest air pressure..
Answer: 60
⩥ Standard for Emergency Vehicle Technician Professional
Qualifications is what NFPA?.
Answer: NFPA 1071
⩥ PPE required for fire apparatus inspection?.
Answer: Safety glasses, work gloves, and hearing protection
⩥ When should you review the fire apparatus inspection form?.
Answer: Before beginning the inspection
⩥ If the steering wheel has more than __ degrees of play a mechanic
should service the fire apparatus..
Answer: 10 degrees
⩥ __ degrees of play is equivalent to __ inches of movement at the rim
of a __ inch steering wheel..
, Answer: 10 degrees of play, 2 inches of movement, 20 inch steering
wheel.
⩥ Engine oil level is checked with a dip stick, usually after the engine
has been turned off for at least ___ minutes..
Answer: 15
⩥ Straight ladders have what minimum load capacity at the tip?.
Answer: 250 lbs
⩥ Elevated platforms have what minimum load capacity at the tip?.
Answer: 750 lbs
⩥ Generally, apparatus manufacturers produce medium-duty and heavy-
duty designs. Not knowing _________ could lead to catastrophic events
that damage the aerial apparatus and lead to INJURY and DEATH?.
Answer: different weight-carrying capabilities
⩥ Straight ladders may also be referred to as what?.
Answer: 1. truck
2. ladder truck
3. aerial ladder
ARFF CERTIFICATION REVIEW 2026
TESTED ANSWERS GRADED A+
⩥ prepiped elevated master stream.
Answer: aerial fire apparatus (ladder truck) with a fixed waterway
attached to the underside of the ladder such that a water inlet at the base
supplies a master stream device at the end. Assume minimum of 25 psi
FL for all master stream appliances.
⩥ As a general rule, you should not exceed what pressure in a standpipe
system?.
Answer: 200 psi
⩥ Pressure Regulating Valve.
Answer: An automatic device used for converting high, fluctuating inlet
water pressure to a lower constant pressure. These are installed on stand
pipe risers whose system exceeds 175 psi.
⩥ How many ways must communications have of notifying each fire
station.
Answer: At least 2
,⩥ When dispatched, you should pay attention to:.
Answer: 1. Type of emergency
2. Location of emergency
3. Description of the incident
4. Other responding units
5. Assigned tactical radio frequency
6. Additional info from dispatcher
⩥ Code responses (3).
Answer: 3. Lights and sirens
2. Lights no sirens (usually prohibited due to lack of alert to civilians)
1. No lights no sirens
⩥ Chicago Fire Commissioner Robert J. Quinn modified the
__________ for firefighting use?.
Answer: Articulating platform
⩥ The inspection process should begin with a review of the.
Answer: Apparatus inspection form
⩥ To ensure the readiness the fire apparatus and equipment must be
inspected at least weekly and within __ hours after being used during an
emergency response?.
,Answer: 24
⩥ An audible alarm should signal before the pressure drops to less than
__ psi in the air tank with the lowest air pressure..
Answer: 60
⩥ Standard for Emergency Vehicle Technician Professional
Qualifications is what NFPA?.
Answer: NFPA 1071
⩥ PPE required for fire apparatus inspection?.
Answer: Safety glasses, work gloves, and hearing protection
⩥ When should you review the fire apparatus inspection form?.
Answer: Before beginning the inspection
⩥ If the steering wheel has more than __ degrees of play a mechanic
should service the fire apparatus..
Answer: 10 degrees
⩥ __ degrees of play is equivalent to __ inches of movement at the rim
of a __ inch steering wheel..
, Answer: 10 degrees of play, 2 inches of movement, 20 inch steering
wheel.
⩥ Engine oil level is checked with a dip stick, usually after the engine
has been turned off for at least ___ minutes..
Answer: 15
⩥ Straight ladders have what minimum load capacity at the tip?.
Answer: 250 lbs
⩥ Elevated platforms have what minimum load capacity at the tip?.
Answer: 750 lbs
⩥ Generally, apparatus manufacturers produce medium-duty and heavy-
duty designs. Not knowing _________ could lead to catastrophic events
that damage the aerial apparatus and lead to INJURY and DEATH?.
Answer: different weight-carrying capabilities
⩥ Straight ladders may also be referred to as what?.
Answer: 1. truck
2. ladder truck
3. aerial ladder
