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The ____ _______ ______ is an evaluation of the fire apparatus to ensure its safe operation.
Fire Apparatus Inspection

page 130 (pump ops)
Loosening a _______ ____ on a hot engine may lead to a sudden release of hot liquid and steam.
radiator cap

page 131 (pump ops)
The inspection process should begin with a review of the ______ _______ _____
Apparatus Inspection Form

page 133 (driver ops)
These sections should be inspected in the following order unless otherwise stated by your fire department. They are ? (7)
1/ Exterior inspection
2/ Engine compartment
3/ Cab interior
4/ Brake inspection
5/general tools/equipment inspection
6/ Pump inspection
7/ Aerial device inspection

page 134 (pump ops)
When inspecting the wear, the tire should have at least ___ " of tread depth in every major groove on all tires.
1/8"

page 135 (pump ops)
If the steering has more than 10 degrees of free play, a mechanic should service the fire apparatus. Ten degrees of free play is equivalent to ___ " of movement at the rim of a 20" steering wheel.
2"

page 135 (pump ops)
Many manufacturers recommend that the transmission be operated at the normal operating temperature (___ degrees F) after the apparatus has run through all of its gears and that the vehicle be parked in neutral when the fluid is checked.
170 degrees F

page 137 (pump ops)
When inspecting the cab interior, first check that all cab-mounted equipment is present and accounted for, including the following iteams: (7)
1/ Portable radios
2/ SCBAs
3/ Maps
4/ Traffic vest
5/ Hearing protection
6/ Medical gloves
7/ Box lights

page 138 (driver ops)
NFPA 1901, requires that all seated positions in modern-day fire apparatus cab be equipped with bright ______ or _____ seat belts so thay are not confused with seat mounted SCBA belts and straps.
Bright orange or Red

page 138 (driver ops)
You should inspect the brakes for the following conditions: (3)
1/ Cracked drums or rotors
2/ Shoes or pads contaminated with oil, grease, or brake fluid
3/ Shoes or pads that are worn dangerously thin, missing, or broken

page 139 (driver ops)
When proforming the Parking Break Test, allow the apparatus to move foward at a speed less that ___ MPH?
less than 5 mph

page 139 (pump ops)
On dual air brake systems an audible alarm should signal before the pressure drops to less than __ psi i the air tank with the lowest air pressure
60 psi

page 140 (pump ops)
The parking brakes should engage whenever brake pressure drops below ___ psi in the rear brake system
40 psi

page 140 (pump ops)
SCBA should be checked in accordance with the fire department's respiratory protection program. A record of this inspection process must be kept by the member in charge of the respiratory protection equipment in accordance with ___________________.
CFR 29 OSHA 1910.134

page 140-141 (pump ops)
The pump inspection process includes the following items: (5)
1. Water supply tank
2. Foam supply tank
3. Intakes and discharges
4. Primer pump
5. Centrifugal fire pump

page 141 (pump ops)
_____ _____ _____ is a large appliance that connects directly to the pump's intake and controls the amount of water that flow from a pressurized water source into the pump.
Piston intake valve

page 142 (pump ops)
_____ _____ are located at the front of all intakes directly on the pump. They prevent debris such as rocks from entering the pump and causing damage.
Intake strainers

page 142 (pump ops)
Intake strainers should be checked at least ____ or as directed by your department.
weekly

page 142 (pump ops)
Some of the components most commonly found on an aerial device include the following systems: (7)
1. Aerial device hydraulic system
2. Stabilizing system
3. Cable systems
4. slides and rollers
5. Aerial device sagety systems
6. Breathing air systems
7. Communication systems

page 145 (pump ops)
NFPA 1911 requires that aerial devices be tested annually. As part of their inspection, you should record the amount of time it takes to perfom each of the three recommended test: (3)
1. Full lift
2. Extension
3. 90-degree rotation

page 145 (pump ops)