DIVER OP FAO TEST (QUESTIONBANK) 387
QUESTIONS WITH ACTUAL SOLUTIONS!!
Keeping apparatus in a state of usefulness or readiness is known as: Answer -
maintenance
Checking and documenting the oil level, radiator coolant, fuel level, tires, and
visible
and audible warning signals is normally considered to be part
of __________ maintenance. Answer - routine
The two tests that are performed by the manufacturer, if the requirements
of NFPA 1901 are included in the apparatus bid specifications, are the: Answer
- road and hydrostatic tests
Which statement regarding voltmeters listed below is correct? Answer - After
starting the engine, the voltmeter reads battery voltage.
Checking for tightness of connection, electrolyte level, and corrosion are
all steps in inspecting: Answer - battery
Proper __________ is one objective of good maintenance Answer - Lubrication
When stopping an apparatus, it is necessary to consider the: Answer -
Condition of the Brakes
,Inspecting all valves would be considered a part of __________ maintenance.
Answer - Daily
One method of performing an apparatus/pretrip inspection is the: Answer -
walk-around method.
The manufacturer's manual will __________ the Society of Automotive
Engineers
(S.A.E.) number for the engine oil. Answer - recommend
The manufacturer's manual will __________ the Society of Automotive
Engineers
(S.A.E.) number for the engine oil. Answer - recommend
the engine oil pressure gauge indicates the: Answer - pressure of oil being
delivered.
When performing road tests, the apparatus should be: Answer - fully loaded as
it would be once in service.
A diesel engine should be shut down for a minimum of __________ before
checking oil level Answer - 15 min
When doing routine maintenance on a battery, which would need to be
corrected
by the driver/operator? Answer - Corrosion on the battery terminals
Batteries produce explosive __________ gas when being charged. Answer -
hydrogen
,Shutting down a diesel engine immediately after full-load operation may result
in: Answer - turbo seizure or damage from heat.
It is important to maintain __________ of fuel in an emergency apparatus
Answer - one-half to three-fourths of a tank
In a road acceptance test, a fully loaded pumper must be able to come to a full
stop from 20 mph within: Answer - 35 feet.
The __________ assists in both braking and saving the wear on the service
brakes. Answer - retarder
The first step when performing the skill of start, idle and shut down a fire
apparatus is to: Answer - make sure all external electrical cords are
disconnected.
__________ should be checked by a mechanic on a periodic basis. Answer -
Differential fluid
Which is a result of over-throttling? Answer - Loss of power
Improper tire pressures may cause Answer - poor handling
The two categories that lighting equipment can be divided into are: Answer -
portable and fixed.
According to National Fire Protection Association __________, some fire
, departments have a designated apparatus maintenance officer who
meets the requirements of an Emergency Vehicle Technician. Answer - NFPA
1071
Over-cleaning an apparatus can lead to: Answer - removal of lubrication from
the chassis.
In stabilizing a hot apparatus diesel engine's temperature, a cool down period
of __________ is recommended before shutting down. Answer - 3 to 5
minutes
At what pressure will the audible alarm sound on the air brake system? Answer
- 60 psi
A fire apparatus should be dried Answer - with a clean chamois.
The walk-around method of apparatus inspection involves starting at the:
Answer - driver's door.
The apparatus inspection should begin by approaching the vehicle and looking
beneath the vehicle for spots that indicate: Answer - leaking vehicle fluids.
The left side of an apparatus is also known as the: Answer - street side.
During a left- and right-rear side inspection, it is important to be sure that dual
tires: Answer - do not come in contact with each other
If the truck is parked and the speedometer is showing anything above 0, it is
QUESTIONS WITH ACTUAL SOLUTIONS!!
Keeping apparatus in a state of usefulness or readiness is known as: Answer -
maintenance
Checking and documenting the oil level, radiator coolant, fuel level, tires, and
visible
and audible warning signals is normally considered to be part
of __________ maintenance. Answer - routine
The two tests that are performed by the manufacturer, if the requirements
of NFPA 1901 are included in the apparatus bid specifications, are the: Answer
- road and hydrostatic tests
Which statement regarding voltmeters listed below is correct? Answer - After
starting the engine, the voltmeter reads battery voltage.
Checking for tightness of connection, electrolyte level, and corrosion are
all steps in inspecting: Answer - battery
Proper __________ is one objective of good maintenance Answer - Lubrication
When stopping an apparatus, it is necessary to consider the: Answer -
Condition of the Brakes
,Inspecting all valves would be considered a part of __________ maintenance.
Answer - Daily
One method of performing an apparatus/pretrip inspection is the: Answer -
walk-around method.
The manufacturer's manual will __________ the Society of Automotive
Engineers
(S.A.E.) number for the engine oil. Answer - recommend
The manufacturer's manual will __________ the Society of Automotive
Engineers
(S.A.E.) number for the engine oil. Answer - recommend
the engine oil pressure gauge indicates the: Answer - pressure of oil being
delivered.
When performing road tests, the apparatus should be: Answer - fully loaded as
it would be once in service.
A diesel engine should be shut down for a minimum of __________ before
checking oil level Answer - 15 min
When doing routine maintenance on a battery, which would need to be
corrected
by the driver/operator? Answer - Corrosion on the battery terminals
Batteries produce explosive __________ gas when being charged. Answer -
hydrogen
,Shutting down a diesel engine immediately after full-load operation may result
in: Answer - turbo seizure or damage from heat.
It is important to maintain __________ of fuel in an emergency apparatus
Answer - one-half to three-fourths of a tank
In a road acceptance test, a fully loaded pumper must be able to come to a full
stop from 20 mph within: Answer - 35 feet.
The __________ assists in both braking and saving the wear on the service
brakes. Answer - retarder
The first step when performing the skill of start, idle and shut down a fire
apparatus is to: Answer - make sure all external electrical cords are
disconnected.
__________ should be checked by a mechanic on a periodic basis. Answer -
Differential fluid
Which is a result of over-throttling? Answer - Loss of power
Improper tire pressures may cause Answer - poor handling
The two categories that lighting equipment can be divided into are: Answer -
portable and fixed.
According to National Fire Protection Association __________, some fire
, departments have a designated apparatus maintenance officer who
meets the requirements of an Emergency Vehicle Technician. Answer - NFPA
1071
Over-cleaning an apparatus can lead to: Answer - removal of lubrication from
the chassis.
In stabilizing a hot apparatus diesel engine's temperature, a cool down period
of __________ is recommended before shutting down. Answer - 3 to 5
minutes
At what pressure will the audible alarm sound on the air brake system? Answer
- 60 psi
A fire apparatus should be dried Answer - with a clean chamois.
The walk-around method of apparatus inspection involves starting at the:
Answer - driver's door.
The apparatus inspection should begin by approaching the vehicle and looking
beneath the vehicle for spots that indicate: Answer - leaking vehicle fluids.
The left side of an apparatus is also known as the: Answer - street side.
During a left- and right-rear side inspection, it is important to be sure that dual
tires: Answer - do not come in contact with each other
If the truck is parked and the speedometer is showing anything above 0, it is
