Some fire departments have a designated apparatus maintenance officer who meets the requirements of an Emergency Vehicle Technician according to:

A. NFPA 1001

B. NFPA 1002

C. NFPA 1071

D. NFPA 1074

C. NFPA 1071 (31)

Typically, carrer departments require DOs to perform apparatus inspections and maintenance checks:

A. Biweekly

B. Weekly

C. Monthly

D. At the beginning of each tour of duty

D. At the beginning of each tour of duty (32)

Which of the following is NOT a function of apparatus maintenance and inspection records?

A. They may be used in deciding whether to hire new staff.

B. They may assist in deciding whather to purchase a new appartus.

C. They may be used by accident investigators in the event of an accident.

D. They may be used in a warranty claim to ducument that necessary maintenance was performed.

A. They may be used in deciding whether to hire new staff. (32)

Overcleaning of apparatus can lead to:

A. Shorter vehicle life.

B. Poor public relations.

C. Corosion of steel components.

D. Removal of lubrication from chassis.

D. Removal of lubrication from chassis. (32)

During the first six months after an apparatus is received, the vehicle should be washed frequently with ___ to harden the paint and keep it from apotting.

A. Cold water

B. Warm water

C. Soap and water

D. A high pressure washer

A. Cold water. (33)

Dust of grit should NEVER be removed from an apparatus by:

A. Dry rubbing.

B. Rinsing with only water.

C. Washing with soap and cold water.

D. Washing with soap and hot water.

A. Dry rubbing. (33)

Wash a fire apparatus with:

A. Dish detergent

B. Laundry detergent

C. A good automotive shampoo

D. Washing with soap and hot water

C. A good automotive shampoo (33)

Do NOT wash a fire apparatus with:

A. Dish detergent

B. Extremely hot water

C. Eater and dish soap

D. A pressure washer

B. Extremely hot water (33)

Dry the fire apparatus with:

A. By air dring

B. With old, soft towels

C. with new, clean towels

D. With a clean chamois

D. With a clean chamois (33)

Which of the following should NOT be used to clean glass?

A. Warm soapy water

B. Commercial glass cleaners

C. Dry towels by themselves

D. Warm or hot water alone

C. Dry towels by themselves (34)

If apparatus require waxes or polishes, they generally should not be applied until the apparatus is at least:

A. Three months old.

B. Six months old.

C. One year old.

D. Two years old.

B. Six months old. (35)

One particular method of performing on apparatus/pretrip inspection is reffered to as the:

A. 1-2-3 method.

B. Oval method.

C. Walk-around method.

D. Approaching the apparatus method.

C. Walk-around method. (35)

The walk-around method involves starting at the:

A. Driver's door.

B. Officer's door.

C. Front of the vehicle.

D. Back of the vehicle.

A. Driver's door. (35)

Begin an appatatus inspection by approaching the vehicle, looking beneath the vehicle for spots that indicate:

A. A leaning vehicle.

B. Leaking vehicle fluids.

C. Poor cleaning proceedures.

D. Poor ventilation equipment.

B. Leaking vehicle fluids. (35)

What is another term for the left side of an apparatus?

A. Curb side

B. Officer side

C. Street side

D. Firefighter side

C. Street side (36)

When performing an inspection, tires should be checked for all of the following EXCEPT:

A. Tire condition.

B. Lug nut condition.

C. Proper tire inflation.

D. Valve stem condition.

B. Lug nut condition. (37)

When inspecting electrical cord reels, they should be:

A. Inspected in their reels.

B. Unreeled a few feet and inspected.

C. Unreeled completely and tested for electrical use.

D. Unreeled completely and inspected as the cord is wiped down with a damp cloth.

D. Unreeled completely and inspected as the cord is wiped down with a damp cloth. (38)

The left- and rear- side inspections should include:

A. Both the left and right sides of the tailboard.

B. Everything from the rear of the cab to the tailboard on each side of the apparatus.

C. Everything from the front of the cab to the trailboard on each side of the apparatus.

D. Everything from the middle fo the apparatus to the tailboard on each side of the apparatus.

B. Everything from the rear of the cab to the tailboard on each side of the apparatus. (39)

When performing a left- and right-rear side inspection, make sure that dual tires:

A. Have tread separation.

B. Are touching each other.

C. Are touching the wheel wells.

D. Do not come in contact with each other.

D. Do not come in contact with each other. (40)

When inspecting the rear of the vehicle, which of the following is NOT required?

A. Checking the rear bumper or tailboard for damage.

B. Checking any equipment contained in the rear compartment.

C. Removing any equipment stored on the outside of the vehicle.

D. Making sure that all running and warming lights on the rear of the apparatus are in peoper working order.

C. Removing any equipment stored on the outside of the vehicle. (41)

When performing and in-cab inspection, which of the following should be done FIRST?

A. Buckle saety belt.

B. Check the engine's oil pressure.

C. Turn all electrical switches to the OFF position.

D. Made sure that the seat and mirrors are adjusted in a suitable manner.

D. Made sure that the seat and mirrors are adjusted in a suitable manner. (42)

If the speedometer is showing anything above 0 with the truck parked, what possibility exists?

A. The gauge is defective.

B. The truck is idling too fast.

C. The truck is in drive gear.

D. Pressure is being applied to the gas pedal.

A. The gauge is defective. (42)

Which of the following terms is defined as "the distance that the pedal must be pushed before the throw-out bearing actually contacts the clutch release fingers"?

A. Bearing free travel.

B. Bearing burnout.

C. Clutch free play.

D. Clutch tolerance.

C. Clutch free play. (44)

Which of the following symptoms is NOT a result of insufficient free play?

A. Clutch slippage

B. Clutch overheating

C. Clutch not releasing

D. Shortened life of the clutch

C. Clutch not releasing (44)

Any clutch that does not have the appropriate amount of free play should be checked as aoon as possible byu:

A. The chief officer.

B. The company officer.

C. A certified mechanic.

D. Ahe apparatus maintenance officer.

C. A certified mechanic. (44)

In general, steering wheel play should be no more than about ___ degrees in either direction.

A. 5

B. 10

C. 15

D. 20

B. 10 (44)

New apparatus should be able to come to a comolete stop from a speed of ___ mph in a distance not to exceed ___ feet.

A. 10 mph; 15 ft

B. 15 mph; 20 ft

C. 20 mph; 35 ft

D. 25 mph; 40 ft

C. 20 mph; 35 ft (44)

The apparatus parking brake should hold the vehicle in place on grades up to ___ percent.

A. 20

B. 25

C. 30

D. 35

A. 20 (45)

On apparatus equiped with air brakes, the air pressure should build to a sufficient level to allow vehicle operations within ___ seconds of starting.

A. 10

B. 15

C. 30

D. 35

D. 35 (45)

Apparatus with air brakes are to be equipped with an air pressure protection valve that prvents the air horns from being operated when the pressure in the air reservoir drops below ___ psi.

A. 80 psi

B. 100 psi

C. 125 psi

D. 150 psi

A. 80 psi (45)

When testing the parking brake, the apparatus should come to a complete stor within about:

A. 10 ft.

B. 15 ft.

C. 20 ft.

D. 25 ft.

C. 20 ft. (45)

Corrosion around battery terminal connections meay be cleaned with:

A. Water.

B. Soda pop.

C. Soap and water.

D. Baking soda and water.

D. Baking soda and water. (49)

Which of the following is NOT a factor that should be considered when selecting he proper chassis lubricant.

A. Characteristics of lubricants.

B. Maneufacturers recommendations.

C. Length of time between applications.

D. Requirements of the unit to be lubricated.

C. Length of time between applications. (50)

Which of the following should be done during a daily inspection?

A. Operate the pump drive control.

B. Check and clean the intake strainers.

C. Made sure that the fire pump is full of water.

D. Make sure that the fluid level in the automatic transmission fluid tank is full.

A. Operate the pump drive control. (52)

Which of the following should be donw during weekly inspections?

A. Operate the pump drive control.

B. Operate the pump primer with all pump valves opened.

C. Check the packing plands for excessive leaks.

D. Make sure that the fluid level in the automatic transmission fluid tank is full.

C. Check the packing plands for excessive leaks. (53)

T/F: Preventive Maintenance ensures apparatus reliability, reduces the frequency and cost of repairs and lessens out-of-service tims.

True (31)

T/F: All preventive maintenance functions can be carried out by DOs.

False: Some preventive maintenance functions may be carried out by DOs, while others may be carried out by apparatus mechanics. (31)

T/F: The schedule for performing maintenance functions and checks should be the same for all departments, big or small.

False: The schedule for performing maintenance functions and checks varies from department to department. (32)

T/F: Keeping a fire apparatus clean helps promote a longer vehicle life.

True: (32)

T/F: Do not use acetone to clean the interior surfaces of fire apparatus.

True. (34)

T/F: On many newer apparatus, the application of wax or similar polishes is no longer necessary.

True. (35)

In the walk-around method, the first portion of the vehicle specifically checked should be the right (officer's) side of the front of the vehicle.

False: The first portion of the vehicle specifically checked should be the lerft (driver's) side of the vehicle. (36)

T/F: During an inspection, check each lug nut by hand to feel if any are loose.

True. (37)

T/F: Test the operation of audible warning devices inside of the building.

False: Do not test the operation of audible warning devices inside of the building. (38)

T/F: The front inspection should include the condition of the windshield and wiper blades.

True. (37)

T/F: During a front ispection, air hose reels should be unreeled and inspected for cuts or other damage.

True. (38)

T/F: Hose loads should be checked when performing the front inspection.

False: Hose loads should be checked when performing the rear inspection. (41)

 T/F: To test the road brakes, allow the apparatus to move forward at about 5 mph.

True. (45)

T/F: All belts in the engine compartment should be checked for tightness and excessive wear.

True. (49)

T/F: When charging an apparatus battery, the red charger cable should be connected to the black battery post.

False: When charging an apparatus battery, the red charger cable should be connected to the red battery post. (51)

Define: "Maintenance".

Keeping the apparatus is a state of usefulness or readiness. (31)

Define: "Repair".

To restore or replace that which has become inoperable. (31)

Define: "Load Sequencer"

Turns various lights on at specified intervals so that the start-up electrical lead for all of the devices does not occur at the same time. (43-44)

Define: "Load Monitor"

"Watches" the system for added electrical loads that threaten to overload the system. (44)

Define: "Load Shielding"

Shuts down less important electrical equipment to prevent an overload. (44)