FSVO IL STATE EXAM WITH CORRECT
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2025
Stopping distance - CORRECT-ANSWERSThe distance it takes for you to recognize the
hazard, process the need to stop, apply the brakes, and come to a complete stop.
Reaction distance - CORRECT-ANSWERSThe distance the fire apparatus ravels after you
recognize the hazard, remove your foot from the accelerator, and apply the brakes.
Braking distance - CORRECT-ANSWERSThe distance the fire apparatus travels from the time
that the brakes are activated until the fire apparatus makes a complete stop.
Ungaurded railroad crossing - CORRECT-ANSWERSCome to a complete stop, turn off sirens
and roll down windows; operate apparatus on idle, and listen for the sound of an oncoming
train
Intersections with railroad crossbars - CORRECT-ANSWERSNever proceed between the
crossbars in an attempt to continue the response
, Fuel guage - CORRECT-ANSWERSFuel tanks should never drop below the halfway level
Voltmeter - CORRECT-ANSWERSMeasures the voltage across the battery terminals and
gives an indication of the electrical condition of the battery
Air brake test - CORRECT-ANSWERSTurn apparatus on, allow air compressor to build up to
110 PSI, shut off engine but leave battery in on position, step on and off brake pedal. An
audible alarm should signal before pressure drops to less than 60 PSI.
Confined space turnaround maneuver - CORRECT-ANSWERSEstablish a 50x12 ft lane; driver
enters area and turns the apparatus 180 degrees and leaves area
Vaccuum test before - CORRECT-ANSWERSBefore: remove all discharge caps and drain
booster tank; chock wheels
Vacuum test during - CORRECT-ANSWERSDuring: drain water from fire pump and booster
tank; close all drains, intake valves, cooler lines, and any other sources of vacuum leaks to
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2025
Stopping distance - CORRECT-ANSWERSThe distance it takes for you to recognize the
hazard, process the need to stop, apply the brakes, and come to a complete stop.
Reaction distance - CORRECT-ANSWERSThe distance the fire apparatus ravels after you
recognize the hazard, remove your foot from the accelerator, and apply the brakes.
Braking distance - CORRECT-ANSWERSThe distance the fire apparatus travels from the time
that the brakes are activated until the fire apparatus makes a complete stop.
Ungaurded railroad crossing - CORRECT-ANSWERSCome to a complete stop, turn off sirens
and roll down windows; operate apparatus on idle, and listen for the sound of an oncoming
train
Intersections with railroad crossbars - CORRECT-ANSWERSNever proceed between the
crossbars in an attempt to continue the response
, Fuel guage - CORRECT-ANSWERSFuel tanks should never drop below the halfway level
Voltmeter - CORRECT-ANSWERSMeasures the voltage across the battery terminals and
gives an indication of the electrical condition of the battery
Air brake test - CORRECT-ANSWERSTurn apparatus on, allow air compressor to build up to
110 PSI, shut off engine but leave battery in on position, step on and off brake pedal. An
audible alarm should signal before pressure drops to less than 60 PSI.
Confined space turnaround maneuver - CORRECT-ANSWERSEstablish a 50x12 ft lane; driver
enters area and turns the apparatus 180 degrees and leaves area
Vaccuum test before - CORRECT-ANSWERSBefore: remove all discharge caps and drain
booster tank; chock wheels
Vacuum test during - CORRECT-ANSWERSDuring: drain water from fire pump and booster
tank; close all drains, intake valves, cooler lines, and any other sources of vacuum leaks to
