FSVO STATE TEST EXAM WITH
CORRECT QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
2025
Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications - CORRECT-
ANSWERSNFPA 1002
Standard for a Fire and Emergency Service Vehicle Operations Training Program - CORRECT-
ANSWERSNFPA 1451
What is designed to supplement the service brakes and that aid braking by using the engine's
own systems to slow it down? - CORRECT-ANSWERSAuxiliary brakes
What are the sensors mounted on each wheel to control brake application in event of a sudden
or emergent stop called? - CORRECT-ANSWERSAntilock braking system (ABS)
What is designed to assist the driver by maintaining the straight orientation of the vehicle in
effort to prevent rollover? - CORRECT-ANSWERSElectronic Stability Control (ESC)
,What is the most important safety measure during the backup process? - CORRECT-
ANSWERSHaving a spotter
What was/is the 2nd leading cause of death in firefighter fatalities? - CORRECT-
ANSWERSInjuries sustained while responding to/returning from a call
What NFPA states that it is the driver/operator's responsibility to ensure that passenger
restraints are used on each call? - CORRECT-ANSWERSNFPA 1002
What is the care exercised by a reasonably prudent person under the same conditions? -
CORRECT-ANSWERSDue regard
To be the driver of a pumper, a FF would need to be proficient in which NFPA chapters? -
CORRECT-ANSWERS4 & 5
What NFPA requires that all drivers/operators are reauthorized annually for the vehicles that
they operate? - CORRECT-ANSWERSNFPA 1451
, What consists of the engine, frame, and all other essential structural/mechanical parts? -
CORRECT-ANSWERSChassis
What is designed to hold the apparatus, when loaded to its maximum in-service weight, on a
10% grade w/ transmission in neutral and parking brake released? - CORRECT-
ANSWERSWheel chocks
What instrument gives indication of the electrical condition of the battery and indicates the
amount of amperage being drawn from the battery? - CORRECT-ANSWERSVoltmeter
What instrument is used for measuring rotational speed, defined as revolutions per minute
(rpm)? - CORRECT-ANSWERSTachometer
What is the minimum tire tread depth on turning axle tires? - CORRECT-ANSWERS4/32" (and
2/32" on non-turning axle tires)
What piece of U.S. currency can be an effective tool when inspecting an apparatus? -
CORRECT-ANSWERSQuarter
CORRECT QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
2025
Standard for Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications - CORRECT-
ANSWERSNFPA 1002
Standard for a Fire and Emergency Service Vehicle Operations Training Program - CORRECT-
ANSWERSNFPA 1451
What is designed to supplement the service brakes and that aid braking by using the engine's
own systems to slow it down? - CORRECT-ANSWERSAuxiliary brakes
What are the sensors mounted on each wheel to control brake application in event of a sudden
or emergent stop called? - CORRECT-ANSWERSAntilock braking system (ABS)
What is designed to assist the driver by maintaining the straight orientation of the vehicle in
effort to prevent rollover? - CORRECT-ANSWERSElectronic Stability Control (ESC)
,What is the most important safety measure during the backup process? - CORRECT-
ANSWERSHaving a spotter
What was/is the 2nd leading cause of death in firefighter fatalities? - CORRECT-
ANSWERSInjuries sustained while responding to/returning from a call
What NFPA states that it is the driver/operator's responsibility to ensure that passenger
restraints are used on each call? - CORRECT-ANSWERSNFPA 1002
What is the care exercised by a reasonably prudent person under the same conditions? -
CORRECT-ANSWERSDue regard
To be the driver of a pumper, a FF would need to be proficient in which NFPA chapters? -
CORRECT-ANSWERS4 & 5
What NFPA requires that all drivers/operators are reauthorized annually for the vehicles that
they operate? - CORRECT-ANSWERSNFPA 1451
, What consists of the engine, frame, and all other essential structural/mechanical parts? -
CORRECT-ANSWERSChassis
What is designed to hold the apparatus, when loaded to its maximum in-service weight, on a
10% grade w/ transmission in neutral and parking brake released? - CORRECT-
ANSWERSWheel chocks
What instrument gives indication of the electrical condition of the battery and indicates the
amount of amperage being drawn from the battery? - CORRECT-ANSWERSVoltmeter
What instrument is used for measuring rotational speed, defined as revolutions per minute
(rpm)? - CORRECT-ANSWERSTachometer
What is the minimum tire tread depth on turning axle tires? - CORRECT-ANSWERS4/32" (and
2/32" on non-turning axle tires)
What piece of U.S. currency can be an effective tool when inspecting an apparatus? -
CORRECT-ANSWERSQuarter
