Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Chapter 10

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In which situation should a fire apparatus come to a complete stop before proceeding?

At a clear intersection

At a stop signal (correct)

At an intersection with green light

At a yield sign

When can fire units exceed posted speed limits during emergency response?

Only in heavy traffic and poor weather conditions

Regardless of traffic and weather conditions

Only on highways

Only in light traffic and good weather conditions (correct)

Why should the fire apparatus be driven in the far left lane on streets with multiple lanes?

To maintain a consistent speed with other vehicles

To avoid intersections

To avoid pedestrian crossings

To provide ample room for other drivers to pull to the right and stop (correct)

What code does the fire apparatus proceed with lights and sirens?

Code 3 Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended following distance during poor driving conditions?

6 seconds Signup and view all the answers

Which distance includes the time to recognize a hazard and apply brakes?

Reaction distance Signup and view all the answers

What does total stopping distance refer to?

The distance it takes to recognize a hazard, process the need to stop, apply the brakes, and come to a complete stop Signup and view all the answers

What is braking distance?

The distance the apparatus travels from the time that the brakes are activated until it makes a complete stop Signup and view all the answers

What factors affect the stopping ability of an apparatus?

Size, weight, overall condition, speed, and road surface condition Signup and view all the answers

What is liquid surge?

Movement of a liquid inside a container as the container is moved Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if in a skid?

Stay off the brake, steer in the direction you want to travel, and continue to steer Signup and view all the answers

What should be done when traveling down a steep grade to avoid brake fade?

Use short 5 to 10 second bursts of braking Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken when approaching a blocked intersection with a fire apparatus?

Turn off all sirens at least 200 ft before the stopped traffic is reached Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of staging in firefighting operations?

To manage uncommitted resources at the scene and reduce unnecessary congestion Signup and view all the answers

When is Level II staging utilized in firefighting operations?

On second or greater alarms or when mutual aid units report to an incident Signup and view all the answers

How should apparatus positioning be determined at a fire scene?

Based on rescue potential and exposures Signup and view all the answers

What should be ensured when civilians are potentially trapped in a structure fire?

The front of the structure is available for access by the ladder apparatus Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended minimum distance aerial apparatus should maintain from all overhead wires?

10 ft Signup and view all the answers

What is the designed collapse zone in relation to the height of a building?

1.5 times the height of the building Signup and view all the answers

What should be the position of the apparatus when laying hose from the hose bed in relation to the hydrant?

Same side of the street as the hydrant Signup and view all the answers

Wheel chocks are designed to do what?

To hold the apparatus when loaded to its max in-service weight on a 20% grade Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum wind range that aerial apparatus are designed to be operated in?

35 to 50 mph depending on the truck Signup and view all the answers

What does an auxiliary appliance refer to?

A sprinkler and/or standpipe system Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the advanced warning area in traffic incident management?

To inform motorists of an upcoming incident Signup and view all the answers

In traffic incident management, what defines the traffic space?

The portion where traffic is routed Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes a minor traffic incident according to MUTCD classifications?

Lane closures are kept to a minimum and are less than 30 minutes Signup and view all the answers

Why is it safer to divert traffic with advanced placement of signs and cones than to rely on apparatus lights?

Enhances safety by providing early warning to motorists Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum duration for a traffic incident to be classified as a major traffic incident according to MUTCD?

2 hours Signup and view all the answers

Which area of traffic incident management involves work activity taking place?

Activity area Signup and view all the answers

What does the buffer space in traffic incident management refer to?

Space separating motorist flow from the workspace Signup and view all the answers

What unit should be utilized as the first blocker?

The largest and heaviest unit Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended distance for nonessential incoming apparatus to stage from a trench collapse?

At least 200 ft away from the trench Signup and view all the answers

Where should fire apparatus park during EMS calls?

100 feet before or past the address Signup and view all the answers