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FSVO state test The purpose of using a spotter is to - ANS - the driver by observing cross traffic the as the area in the blind spot horizontal and vertical openings, the operator must know: To effectively judge the ability of a vehicle to pass through areas of restricted - ANS - vehicle dimensions. Which driving skill would not require using a spotter? - ANS - Diminishing clearance The distance a vehicle travels from the point where you begin recognizing the hazard until the apparatus comes to a complete stop is called the: - ANS - total stopping distance. The confined space turnaround maneuver allows an operator to turn the apparatus degrees - ANS - 180 Improper tire pressures may cause - ANS - poor handling One method of performing an apparatus/pretrip inspection is the - ANS - walk-around method. Before shutdown the apparatus engine temperature should be allowed to stabilize by idling it for minutes. - ANS - 3 to 5 Checking for voltage, electrolyte level, and corrosion are all steps in inspecting: - ANS - the battery. While traveling in the center lane of a multiple-lane highway on an emergency call, the vehicle in front of you stops. You should: - ANS - brake to reduce speed and pass on the left side of the vehicle. The vacuum test requires a reading at the end of 5 minutes with no more than inches of vacuum being lost. - ANS - 10 When responding to emergencies, the use of warning devices: - ANS - does not allow the driver to disregard other drivers. When approaching unguarded railroad crossings, the driver shall: - ANS - come to a complete stop. Level I staging may be: - ANS - used in the initial response to a fire or other incident involving more than one responding company. Many accidents involving apparatus are caused by the operator - ANS - misunderstanding the capabilities of the apparatus. At a working fire, which apparatus has the highest priority for position? - ANS - Aerial apparatus A fire apparatus should be dried: - ANS - with a clean chamois You have responded to an emergency on a limited-access highway. Your apparatus is not being used. You should: - ANS - use the apparatus as a barrier between the traffic flow and the responders on scene. When stopping an apparatus, it is necessary to consider the: - ANS - A. empty weight of the apparatus. B. length of the apparatus. C. condition of the brakes. D. height of the apparatus. When doing routine maintenance on a battery, which would need to be corrected by the driver/operator? - ANS - Corrosion on the battery terminals Which is a result of over-throttling? - ANS - A. White smoke from the exhaust B. Overheating of engine coolant C. Loss of power D. Increases torque A driver/operator of an emergency vehicle who does not obey state, local, or departmental driving regulations is: - ANS - subject to criminal and civil prosecution. Because of the size of an apparatus, as well as the clearance needed when backing, you should: - ANS - assign a spotter. The air pressure on apparatus equipped with air brakes should build to a sufficient level in order for the vehicle to operate within seconds of starting. - ANS - 60 On which port would you inspect the screens for rocks or debris? - ANS - A. 1-3/4" preconnect. B.Master stream device C. intakes D. Booster reel At an intersection, if you cannot account f

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