ARFF TEST QUESTIONS
A liquid surge effect is - correct answer-The movement of liquid in a ARFF apparatus due to
changes in speed or direction
A runway distance remaining sign displaying the number "6" indicates to the pilot that there
are - correct answer-6000 feet of runway remaining
All of the following statements about parking a apparatus near a railroad are true EXCEPT
1. Do not park on the tracks
2. park on the opposite side of the tracks at a incident
3. Park far enough away from the railroad tracks so that you don't block traffic
4. Never park close enough to the tracks, that the apparatus could be hit by a passing train -
correct answer-2. Park on the opposite side of the tracks at a incident
An alternating red/green light from the control tower indicates that the driver/operator should
_____ with ______ - correct answer-Proceed with caution
Analyzes effective foam patterns produced from each nozzle setting - correct answer-The
hand line nozzle test
As part of the weekly inspection the foam transfer pump should be operated for ____
seconds to check for proper operation. - correct answer-10 seconds
Checking the platforms and rails on the truck are a part of the _____ inspection - correct
answer-Walk-around inspection
Checking the pump flowmeter is a part of the _____ inspection - correct answer-Weekly
inspection
Checking the SCBA cylinder is a part of the _____ inspection - correct answer-In-cab
inspection
Definition of drainage time - correct answer-If the solution temperature is higher than 70°F
add 0.1 minute for each 3°F above 70°F. If the solution temperature is lower than 70°F
subtract 0.1 minute for each 3°F below 70°F
Definition of expansion ratio - correct answer-If the solution temperature is higher than 70°F
no correction applies. If the temperature is lower than 70°F add 0.1 unit of expansion for
each 3°F below 70°F
, During the expansion and drainage test, note and record the the level of accumulated
solution in the bottom of the cylinder every ____ ______________? - correct answer-30
seconds
For the handline nozzle test, tilt the hand line upwards to form a _____ with the _______? -
correct answer-30° angle with the horizontal
Identify three steps to take to take when performing the alley dock exercise
1. Activate the turn signal before backing
2. Accelerate after the 90° turn
3. Check to make sure you can see your spotter(s)
4. Use your side view mirrors
5. Shift into four-wheel drive before backing into the space - correct answer-The correct
steps in the ally dock are #'s 1,3,4
Identify TWO TRUE statements about the turning radius of a apparatus
1. It's a good idea to practice driving your apparatus to become familiar with your turning
radius
2. The turning radius is the amount of space a ARFF apparatus takes to complete a 360°
turn
3. The turning radius is another way to measure the height of the tires of a ARFF apparatus.
4. The turning radius is measure of centrifugal force the apparatus will experience when
turning
5. The larger the ARFF apparatus the smaller the turning radius - correct answer-1. It's a
good idea to practice driving your apparatus to become familiar with your turning radius
2. The turning radius is the amount of space a ARFF apparatus takes to complete a 360°
turn
Items inspected on a periodic basis are usually performed every ___ - ___ __________? -
correct answer-4 - 12 months
On an airfield, when approaching the HOLD POSITION MARKING from the DASHED line
side you should - correct answer-Proceed without stopping.
The air filter restriction indicator is a part of the ____ inspection - correct answer-Engine
compartment inspection
The airfield areas used for luggage handling, refueling, and personnel are ______. - correct
answer-Ramps
The correct steps to making a turn on a improved surface are (below is a random order)
A liquid surge effect is - correct answer-The movement of liquid in a ARFF apparatus due to
changes in speed or direction
A runway distance remaining sign displaying the number "6" indicates to the pilot that there
are - correct answer-6000 feet of runway remaining
All of the following statements about parking a apparatus near a railroad are true EXCEPT
1. Do not park on the tracks
2. park on the opposite side of the tracks at a incident
3. Park far enough away from the railroad tracks so that you don't block traffic
4. Never park close enough to the tracks, that the apparatus could be hit by a passing train -
correct answer-2. Park on the opposite side of the tracks at a incident
An alternating red/green light from the control tower indicates that the driver/operator should
_____ with ______ - correct answer-Proceed with caution
Analyzes effective foam patterns produced from each nozzle setting - correct answer-The
hand line nozzle test
As part of the weekly inspection the foam transfer pump should be operated for ____
seconds to check for proper operation. - correct answer-10 seconds
Checking the platforms and rails on the truck are a part of the _____ inspection - correct
answer-Walk-around inspection
Checking the pump flowmeter is a part of the _____ inspection - correct answer-Weekly
inspection
Checking the SCBA cylinder is a part of the _____ inspection - correct answer-In-cab
inspection
Definition of drainage time - correct answer-If the solution temperature is higher than 70°F
add 0.1 minute for each 3°F above 70°F. If the solution temperature is lower than 70°F
subtract 0.1 minute for each 3°F below 70°F
Definition of expansion ratio - correct answer-If the solution temperature is higher than 70°F
no correction applies. If the temperature is lower than 70°F add 0.1 unit of expansion for
each 3°F below 70°F
, During the expansion and drainage test, note and record the the level of accumulated
solution in the bottom of the cylinder every ____ ______________? - correct answer-30
seconds
For the handline nozzle test, tilt the hand line upwards to form a _____ with the _______? -
correct answer-30° angle with the horizontal
Identify three steps to take to take when performing the alley dock exercise
1. Activate the turn signal before backing
2. Accelerate after the 90° turn
3. Check to make sure you can see your spotter(s)
4. Use your side view mirrors
5. Shift into four-wheel drive before backing into the space - correct answer-The correct
steps in the ally dock are #'s 1,3,4
Identify TWO TRUE statements about the turning radius of a apparatus
1. It's a good idea to practice driving your apparatus to become familiar with your turning
radius
2. The turning radius is the amount of space a ARFF apparatus takes to complete a 360°
turn
3. The turning radius is another way to measure the height of the tires of a ARFF apparatus.
4. The turning radius is measure of centrifugal force the apparatus will experience when
turning
5. The larger the ARFF apparatus the smaller the turning radius - correct answer-1. It's a
good idea to practice driving your apparatus to become familiar with your turning radius
2. The turning radius is the amount of space a ARFF apparatus takes to complete a 360°
turn
Items inspected on a periodic basis are usually performed every ___ - ___ __________? -
correct answer-4 - 12 months
On an airfield, when approaching the HOLD POSITION MARKING from the DASHED line
side you should - correct answer-Proceed without stopping.
The air filter restriction indicator is a part of the ____ inspection - correct answer-Engine
compartment inspection
The airfield areas used for luggage handling, refueling, and personnel are ______. - correct
answer-Ramps
The correct steps to making a turn on a improved surface are (below is a random order)
