Chap. 3 Ifsta Pumping Apparatus Driver/operator 2Nd Edition

Front 1

What standard requires the driver/operator to have preventative maintenance skills?

Back 1

NFPA 1002

Front 2

Preventative maintenance ensures what?

Back 2

-Apparatus reliability
-Reduces frequency and cost of repairs.
-Lessens out-of-service times

Front 3

Standard for emergency vehicle technician professional qualifications

Back 3

NFPA 1071

Front 4

Volunteer fire departments should establish a procedure by which all apparatus are inspected and maintained When?

Back 4

On at least a weekly or bi-weekly schedule

Front 5

During the first 6 months after an apparatus is received it should be washed frequently with what?

Back 5

Cold water

Front 6

Means “keeping an apparatus in a state of useful readyness.”

Back 6

Maintenance

Front 7

Means “to restore or replace that which has become inoperable.”

Back 7

Repair

Front 8

When should career fire departments typically require their driver/operators to perform inspection and maintenance checks?

Back 8

At the beginning of each tour of duty

Front 9

How does excessive cleaning cause problems associated with the chassis, engine, pump, and other vehicle components?

Back 9

By removal of necessary lubrication

Front 10

How should you never remove dust and grit from a apparatus?

Back 10

By dry rubbing

Front 11

Do not wash (an apparatus) with extremely ___ water or while the surface of the vehicle is___.

Back 11

Hot;hot

Front 12

Apparatus pre-trip method that involves starting at the driver’s door on the cab and working around the apparatus in a clockwise pattern.

Back 12

Circle
Or
Walk-around method

Front 13

Give examples of two things that can be inspected on approaching a vehicle.

Back 13

Vehicle damage

Severe leaning

Front 14

On vehicle inspection, the first portion that should be specifically checked is what?

Back 14

The left (driver’s) side of the front, or cab, of the vehicle.

Front 15

Seals that retain axle gear oil may show slight seepage and still be serviceable, what would be unacceptable?

Back 15

Trails of fluid on the wheel or tire

Front 16

If an apparatus requires waxes or polishes, it generally should not be applied until when?

Back 16

The paint is at least 6 month old

Front 17

Driver operators should actually begin their inspection process when?

Back 17

When approaching the vehicle

Front 18

Look beneath the vehicle for spots that indicate leaking vehicle fluids such as…...

Back 18

Water
Coolant
Oil
Brake fluid
Hydraulic fluid
Transmission fluid

Front 19

Unusual accumulations of brake dust on the wheel can signify what?

Back 19

A problem with the braking system

Front 20

What are associated components of the winch that should be inspected for damage?

Back 20

Remote control
Cable
Chains
Hooks

Front 21

In addition to checking tire conditions, also make sure that dual tires do not what?

Back 21

Come in contact with each other or other parts of the vehicle.

Front 22

Any hose that is stored midship should be examined for what?

Back 22

Proper stowing and security

Front 23

It is a general rule of thumb to keep the fuel tank how full?

Back 23

At least ¾ full

Front 24

This turns various lights on at specific intervals so that the start-up electrical load for all of the devices does not occur at the same time.

Back 24

Load sequencer

Front 25

When the load monitor shuts down less important electrical equipment to prevent overload.

Back 25

Load shedding

Front 26

Retreaded tires should be inspected for what?

Back 26

Tread separation

Front 27

Why should all electrical switches be in the off position when the vehicle is started?

Back 27

To avoid excessive load on the battery

Front 28

Appropriate hearing protection should be worn if any personnel will be exposed to noise levels in excess of how many decibels?

Back 28

90

Front 29

This “watches” the system for added electrical loads that threaten to overload the system.

Back 29

Load monitor

Front 30

Steering wheel play should be no more than about how far in either direction?

Back 30

10 degrees

Front 31

NFPA 1901 braking test requires the parking brake to hold the apparatus in place on a grade of what?

Back 31

20%

Front 32

If the pressure drops below what psi, does the air pressure protection valve prevent the air horns from being operated?

Back 32

80

Front 33

Name three problems that may signify a brake problem that will require a mechanic to check the truck more thoroughly.

Back 33

-vehicle pulls to one side when the brakes are applied
-the brake pedal feels mushy or un-usual when the brakes are applied.
-the vehicle does not stop within 20ft @ 5mph.

Front 34

Some vehicles coolant reservoirs have two marks to indicate how full the coolant is, what do they indicate?

Back 34

Full lines for when the engine is hot or when it is cold

Front 35

NFPA 1901 braking test requires that new apparatus be brought to a complete stop from a speed of __mph not to exceed __ft.

Back 35

20mph;35ft

Front 36

NFPA 1901 requires that on vehicles with air brakes the pressure should build to a sufficient level for vehicle operations within how long?

Back 36

60 seconds

Front 37

To test road brakes, allow the apparatus to move forward at _mph. Then push down on the pedal firmly and the apparatus should stop within about __ft.

Back 37

5 mph: 20ft

Front 38

To test the parking brake, it can be tested the same as the road brakes, at _mph pull the brake and it should stop within __ft.

Back 38

5 mph: 20ft

Front 39

What should the cooling fan be inspected for?

Back 39

Cracks or missing blades

Front 40

What does the SAE number indicate?

Back 40

The oil viscocity

Front 41

What is step #1 in charging a apparatus battery?

Back 41

Make sure the battery and ignition switches are in their off positions.

Front 42

What should be avoided when connecting a battery charger to a reliable power source?

Back 42

Ensure that is is away from gasoline and other flammable vapors.

Front 43

Items that should be checked on a weekly basis.

Back 43

-Flush the pump with clear water if department policy is to carry the pump full of water.
-Check and clean intake strainers.
-Check pump gear box for proper oil level and traces of water
-Operate pump primer with all valves closed.
-Operate changeover valve if multi-stage pump
-Check packing glands for excessive leaks.
-Operate pump pressure control devices.
-Test accuracy of foam proportioning system
-Refer to pump manufacturer’s manual for additional instructions.

Front 44

Corrosion on the battery terminals may be cleaned by mixing what and pouring it on the connections?

Back 44

Baking soda and water

Front 45

What does SAE stand for?

Back 45

Society of Automotive Engineers

Front 46

When charging an apparatus where should the black charger cable be attached?

Back 46

To the vehicle frame

Front 47

items that should be checked/performed in the daily check out of an apparatus.

Back 47

-Operate the pump and drive controls
-Check that the priming pump tank is full
-Make sure the auxiliary fuel tank is full
-Ensure all gauges and valves on the pump panel are working
-Fire pump and booster lines are completely drained.
-Inspect water and foam tanks for levels and leaks
-Check for damage, leaks, or obstructions in the winterization systems
-Make sure master stream turrets operate and have full motion
-Check auxiliary fire systems if applicable

Front 48

When checking automatic transmission fluid levels some manufacturer’s may require what?

Back 48

That the vehicle has been driven in forward gears first and the levels checked while the vehicle is still running.

Front 49

What should the steering linkage be checked for? And what findings should be reported?

Back 49

For looseness and free-play.
Excess free-play should be reported.