Light-Medium Transportation Vehicles (medium)

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What is the primary purpose of the Light-Medium Transportation Vehicle guideline?

To provide maintenance schedules for LMTV

To outline guidelines for deployment and use of LMTV (correct)

To establish training protocols for Emergency Vehicle Technicians

To describe the history of the LMTV

Who is responsible for reviewing the LMTV guideline annually?

The Emergency Vehicle Technicians

The Fire Chief or designee (correct)

All Spring Fire Department personnel

The LMTV operators only

Under what condition must the LMTV be inspected and readied for service?

When the LMTV is returned from a mission

Before every emergency response call

Upon issuance of a 'Watch' condition by the national weather service (correct)

When the vehicle's fuel level is low

What does CTIS stand for in the context of the LMTV guidelines?

Central Tire Inflation System Signup and view all the answers

What action must personnel take if discrepancies are found during the LMTV pre-operation checks?

Report the discrepancies to an SFD Emergency Vehicle Technician Signup and view all the answers

What must be completed before deploying the LMTV?

Pre-Deployment checklist Signup and view all the answers

Who must respond anytime the LMTV is deployed for emergency response?

On-duty District Chief Signup and view all the answers

What is required for all personnel when operating the LMTV in water deeper than 6 inches?

Life vests and helmets Signup and view all the answers

Which mode should be used when the LMTV is on an improved road?

HWY mode Signup and view all the answers

What condition by the national weather service necessitates viewing the operational video?

Warning condition Signup and view all the answers

What is a requirement for someone to operate the LMTV?

Completion of a driving/operations course Signup and view all the answers

Which personnel should be seated with seat belts fastened at all times when the LMTV is in operation without evacuees?

SFD personnel Signup and view all the answers

What should the second and third members of the LMTV crew be familiar with?

LMTV operations Signup and view all the answers

What is the tire pressure when the Cross Country mode is selected?

33 psi Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum speed allowed in Sand mode?

12 mph Signup and view all the answers

Which mode should be selected for hard packed and soft terrain?

Cross Country Signup and view all the answers

What indicates that the CTIS is not yet operational for the selected mode?

Flashing LED light Signup and view all the answers

What is the allowed maximum speed for the Highway mode?

55 mph Signup and view all the answers

What is the tire pressure set to in Emergency mode?

14 psi Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the operator exceeds the speed for the current driving range?

The amber warning light illuminates. Signup and view all the answers

What is the time restriction for operation in Emergency mode?

10 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What should be done before entering water with the LMTV?

Turn off the cooling fan for the radiator. Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum water depth for using the LMTV in rescue incidents?

30 inches Signup and view all the answers

After using the LMTV in water, which action is required?

Wash and rinse the undercarriage completely. Signup and view all the answers

What signifies that the LMTV can be re-engaged after exiting water?

When the water level is below 10 inches. Signup and view all the answers

What gear is required for SFD members or citizens occupying the bed of the LMTV?

Utility gloves Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Light-Medium Transportation Vehicle (LMTV) Guideline

This document defines guidelines for deploying and using the LMTV for Spring Fire Department personnel.
The LMTV is a versatile vehicle used for various emergency responses, including emergency evacuations.

LMTV Pre-Operation Checks

Anytime the LMTV is operated, the vehicle checklist must be completed, and any discrepancies reported to an SFD Emergency Vehicle Technician.
Before a "Watch" or "Warning" issued by the National Weather Service, an SFD Emergency Vehicle Technician must inspect and prepare the LMTV.
The LMTV must be pre-deployed with a completed Pre-Deployment checklist and delivered to the affected station by an SFD Emergency Vehicle Technician or designee.

LMTV Operators

An on-duty District Chief must respond whenever the LMTV is deployed for an emergency response.
All SFD personnel must be seated with seatbelts fastened when the LMTV is in use.
The SFD attendant in the rear of the vehicle should be seated with all passengers as close to the front of the bed as possible.
Operators must be approved and have attended the LMTV lecture/training course and completed the driving/operations course.
The second and third crew members should be familiar with the operations but are not required to be approved operators.
All personnel must wear a SFD-supplied PFD, SFD-provided rescue helmet, and class "C" uniform (pants preferred) or an approved wet suit when operating the LMTV in water deeper than 6 inches.

LMTV Usage

The LMTV should be operated safely and professionally at all times.
The preferred use for the LMTV is on improved roads, utilizing the "HWY" mode, which sets tire pressure to 55psi and governs speed to 55mph.
For unimproved roads, the vehicle has two additional modes:
- "X_C" (Cross Country) mode for a combination of terrains, deflates tire pressure to 33psi, and limits speed to 40mph.
- "Sand" (Soft Terrain) mode for mud, dense vegetation, and unimproved roads, reduces tire pressure to 20psi, and limits speed to 12mph.
Drivers should ensure the LED in the corner of their chosen mode is fully illuminated and not flashing, indicating the mode is operational.
The "HWY" mode should be selected if a different mode was used during an incident.
The LMTV has a "Emergency" mode that allows 10 minutes at 5mph with 14psi tire pressure.
The vehicle has an amber warning light for CTIS OVER SPEED that illuminates when the operator exceeds the selected mode's speed.
Use service drive lights located in an oval switch panel on the right side of the instrument panel.
Use utility gloves when deploying the rescue ramp, and utilize additional lighting when the LMTV bed is occupied.
The LMTV is not to be used in water rescue incidents deeper than 30 inches (top lip of the tire's metal rim).
Turn off the radiator fan before entering water.
Re-engage the fan after exiting the water or when the water level is below 10 inches (bottom lip of the tire's metal rim).
The LMTV is primarily used for rescuing people, not belongings.
After use, the LMTV should be washed, undercarriage rinsed, and debris removed.
An SFD Emergency Vehicle Technician should be contacted to initiate proper PM procedures if the vehicle was used in water.

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This quiz covers the guidelines for deploying and using the Light-Medium Transportation Vehicle (LMTV) within the Spring Fire Department. It includes pre-operation checks, operator responsibilities, and safety measures required during emergency responses. Test your knowledge on the essential protocols for LMTV operation.