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What is a leading cause of vehicle rollover after dropping off the road onto the shoulder?
What is a leading cause of vehicle rollover after dropping off the road onto the shoulder?
- Lack of proper maintenance
- Under steering
- Over steering (correct)
- Excessive speeding
Why is driving at a reduced speed recommended for emergency vehicle operators?
Why is driving at a reduced speed recommended for emergency vehicle operators?
- To increase the operator's ability to keep the vehicle under control (correct)
- To reduce wear and tear on the tires
- To avoid traffic violations
- To save fuel costs
What should operators do if their apparatus drops off the road onto the shoulder?
What should operators do if their apparatus drops off the road onto the shoulder?
- Make sudden and drastic steering movements
- Accelerate aggressively to get back on the road quickly
- Apply full brakes immediately
- Feather the accelerator to help control the vehicle while slowing (correct)
Why is it advised to use a lower gear and feathered acceleration when bringing the vehicle back onto the road surface?
Why is it advised to use a lower gear and feathered acceleration when bringing the vehicle back onto the road surface?
What should be done if an emergency apparatus drops off the road onto the shoulder?
What should be done if an emergency apparatus drops off the road onto the shoulder?
How should operators bring their vehicle to a safe stop after dropping off the road?
How should operators bring their vehicle to a safe stop after dropping off the road?
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Study Notes
Vehicle Rollover Prevention
- Leading cause of vehicle rollover: dropping off the road onto the shoulder
Safe Driving Practices for Emergency Vehicle Operators
- Drive at a reduced speed to maintain control and avoid accidents
Dealing with Apparatus Drop-off
- If the apparatus drops off the road onto the shoulder, operators should:
- Bring the vehicle to a slow and controlled stop
- Assess the situation before deciding what to do next
- Avoid making sudden turns or applying heavy braking
Re-entering the Road Surface
- Use a lower gear and feathered acceleration when bringing the vehicle back onto the road surface to:
- Regain traction gradually
- Avoid loss of control
- Prevent rollover or skidding
Emergency Procedures
- If an emergency apparatus drops off the road onto the shoulder, operators should:
- Bring the vehicle to a safe stop as soon as possible
- Follow proper procedures to re-enter the road surface
- Avoid taking risks that could make the situation worse
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