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46 Cards in this Set
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What is the acceptable blood alcohol concentration |
Zero |
Page 57 |
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What condition should the cab/ occupants be in before starting or reversing |
No helmets should be worn All item should be secure No items over the windows A guide must be present for all reversing |
Page 72 |
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Seatbelts |
Wear correctly adjusted seatbelt at all times while the vehicle is in motion- The driver is exempt from wearing a seal belt whilst reversing |
Page 76 |
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What condition should the vehicle be in before being driven? What is the best way to ensure it’s kept this way? |
Safe mechanically Legally roadworthy Daily vehicle checks at the commencement of each shift |
Page 26 |
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What should the driver do before entering the vehicle? |
Conduct a quick clockwise walk around the appliance starting from the front to check -vehicle doors are closed -compartment doors are closed -disconnect 240v charging lead -the vehicle has clear passage |
Page 31 |
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What should you do if the low air brake buzzer is in alarm? |
Ensure transmission is in neutral and build the revs to 1200rpm (DO NOT EXCEED), until buzzer of off and correct pressure has been achieved.
Once complete the vehicles breaking system can only be released once the interlock lever has been reset |
Page 32 |
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What are the 4 may reasons an appliance may fail to start |
-240v charger still plugged in -battery guard unit has activated -the transmission is in gear -the battery isolator switch is in the isolation positive |
Page 33,34 |
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What do you do if you have accidentally filled the appliance which the wrong fuel? |
-remove keys from ignition -contact the communication centre and place the appliance out of commission -contact you commander/ duty officer and inform them of your actions |
Page 103 |
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What are the 7 vehicle support systems |
-electrical -fuel -cooling -braking -lubrications -drive line -ignition |
Page 77 |
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What are the primary components of the electrical system? |
-Alternator -battery -electrical circuits -fuses/ circuit breakers -warning lights -battery guard |
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What are the primary components of the cooling system? |
-fan -radiator -expansion tank -water pump -thermostat -temperature warming light/ gauge/ alarm -heater |
Page 80 |
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What are the main components of the lubrication system? |
-oil pump -oil filter -sump -turbo lubricator -oil pressure gauge and warning light |
Page 80 |
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What fuel systems does FRV use? |
Diesel and petrol |
Page 81 |
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What are the primary components of the fuel system? |
-glow plugs -fuel injectors |
Page 84 |
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What are the primary components of the fuel system? |
-glow plugs -fuel injectors |
Page 84 |
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What are the 3 types of braking systems? |
-hydraulic -air -air over hydraulic |
Page 85 |
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What does the symbol of an axel with a cross through it indicate? |
The diff lock has been engaged |
Page 89 |
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What is the main advantage to ABS breaking system in an emergency brake scenario? |
The driver is able to swerve at the same time as applying optimum braking pressure |
Page 173 |
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List 5 factors that affect driver behaviours |
-judgement -ability -habit -skills -experience |
Page 47 |
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List 5 factors that affect driver behaviours |
-judgement -ability -habit -skills -experience |
Page 47 |
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List 4 attributes the help improve driver behaviour |
-self discipline -desire -training -experience |
Page 47 |
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Defensive , safe and reasonable driving is equal to being what? |
Assertive |
Page 48 |
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What is the most relevant set of rules to follow? |
Road safety road rules 2017 Victoria |
Page 49 |
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What constitutes an emergency vehicle? |
A vehicle operated by or on behalf of and under the control of fire rescue Victoria established by section 6 of the fire rescue Victoria act 2020 |
Page 53 |
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In what circumstances do the emergency vehicle exemptions apply? |
-When the driver is taking reasonable care -when the vehicle is moving and displaying light as well as sounding an alarm |
Page 54 |
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What does part 12 deal with? |
Stopping and braking |
Page 54 |
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What are the maximum speed limits for vehicles over 4.5t? |
-no more than 20km/h above the speed limit -never more than 110km/h |
Page 67 |
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What is the minimum height for a bridge not to have a height advisory sign? |
4.6m |
Page 51 written only |
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Are there exemptions for crossing bridges where the appliance outweighs the load limit? |
Yes, some Div B Area have specific bridges where the controlling authority has issued and exemption- Vic roads, local council |
Page 60 |
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Are FRV vehicles allowed to pass stationary trams? |
Yes if, -doors are closed and no flashing lights -no pedestrians are blocking the path -the driver is taking reasonable care |
Page 52 written only |
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Can a FRV vehicle pass another emergency vehicle or police displaying flashing lights and/or an alarm? |
Yes but only at 40km/h |
Page 62 |
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Can normal road users break road rules to allow emergency vehicles access? |
No |
Page 143 written only |
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In code 1 conditions what manner should you drive in, in relation to other road users,cyclists, e scooters and pedestrians? |
Drive in a man or assuming they cannot hear you. |
Page 107 written only |
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Name the 4 factors of vehicular control? |
-position -speed -gear -acceleration |
Page 115 |
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What is a hazard? |
Anything which is an actual or potential danger |
Page 121 |
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What are the 5 components to planning a manoeuvre? |
-observation -anticipating hazards -prioritising -decide what to do -act |
Page 121 |
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What is stopping distance? |
Stopping distance is the combination of drivers reaction distance plus the vehicles braking distance. |
Page 125 |
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What is the safe distance to hang back from a vehicle travelling in front of you? |
4 seconds in dry conditions 8 seconds on a wet road |
Page 128 |
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What are the advantages of push pull steering? |
-2 hangs will always be in the steering wheel -complete control (always ready to turn further or re turn back) -hands always return to 10-2 or 9-3 without crossing arms or taking hands off the wheel -less afford -smoother steering |
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What does commentary driving help the driver to do? |
-concentrate -observe -ability to drive systematically |
Page 158 |
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What are the 5 causes of skidding |
Excessive speed Course steering Harsh acceleration Excessive acceleration A combination of the above |
Page 105 |
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Why is oversteer? |
Rear wheel skid |
Page 106 |
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What is understeer |
Understeer is a front wheel skid caused by excessive speed whilst entering a bend |
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What is centrifugal force? |
Centrifugal force is the force trying to pull your vehicle off the out edge of a corner |
Page 107 |
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What are the 3 acts a vehicle can make off its axis? |
Roll Pitch Yaw |
Page 108 |
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What are the 3 forces on a truck when negotiating a corner? |
Momentum Directional control Centrifugal force |
Page 111 |
