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23 Cards in this Set
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What percentage of all firefighter injuries and deaths in the U.S. are caused by accidents responding to or returning from emergency calls?
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20 to 25 percent which translates to as many as 25 firefighter deaths per year.
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In terms of firefighter fatalities on roadways, where do most collisions occur?
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Intersections
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Negligence is usually found when a driver operator has been found guilty of a...
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...gross violation of standing laws, policies, or ordinances.
Example...driving under the influence of alcohol Not the norm in collisions involving fire apparatus. |
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Are all collisions avoidable?
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Yes. Vehicles don't collide on their own.
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What causes accidents?
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Lapses in operator and driver judgement and awareness.
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Establishing situational awareness to properly operate and drive apparatus comes from...
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Practice through training
Familiarization with the apparatus Full knowledge of traffic laws |
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Where you find recommended examples of driving exercises for training?
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NFPA 1002
Standard on Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator Professional Qualifications |
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Is having the right of way an excuse for getting into a collision?
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No
Good situational awareness involves foregoing the right of way if doing so decreases the likelihood of a collision. |
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Red lights, sirens and air horns are a way of....
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...asking for the right of way.
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Fire apparatus collisions can be grouped into 5 basic causes.
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Improper backing
Reckless driving Excessive speed Lack of driving skills and experience Poor vehicle design |
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Excessive speed can lead to two types of collisions.
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Control is lost on a curve or adverse road surface causing the vehicle to lead the roadway, roll over, or strike another vehicle.
Inability to stop the apparatus in time to avoid a collision |
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What is brake fade?
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Condition where overheated components lose their ability to stop the apparatus.
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What should Fire Departments do before candidates are allowed to drive fire apparatus under emergency conditions?
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Complete a thorough training program.
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Lack of driving skills may by caused by the following:
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Overconfidence in driving ability
Inability to recognize a dangerous situation False sense of security due to a good driving record Misunderstanding of apparatus capabilities Not knowing how to operate the controls at emergency Excitement |
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What is the main problem with "homebuilt" vehicles constructed by members of a fire department or local mechanics.
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Usually operated over the gross vehicle weight of the chassis.
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Some signs of driver/operator impairment may include:
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Substance abuse
Personal issues (divorce, bankruptcy) Death in family Illness Impending hardship Depression |
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Every driver/operator of fire apparatus should develop a...
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...safety conscious attitude.
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What NFPA standards establish requirements for seat belt use on apparatus?
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NFPA 1901, Standard for Automotive Fire Apparatus
NFPA 1500, Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program |
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Which NFPA standard prohibits firefighters from riding on the tailboard, running boards, or front bumper?
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NFPA 1500
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According to the National Safety Council, what percentage of collisions are caused by the backing of vehicles?
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1/4 or 25%
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General rules to consider with regard to backing...
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Don't place apparatus where backing will be necessary
Do a walk around before backing Use one or more spotters and light area they are in Activate emergency lights Use hand signals/ and radios or headsets Sound short horn blast before backing apparatus |
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If the driver/operator loses sight of the spotters, or feels unsafe for any reason, they should...
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Stop the apparatus, and if necessary, get out of the apparatus
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Best position for a spotter.
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Preferably left rearview mirror, approximately 8 to 10 feet behind the rear and slightly left of the apparatus.
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