Pumping Apparatus Driver/ Operator Exam
|Questions and Verified Answers| 2023/ 2024
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Q: How much does 1 gallon of water weigh?
Answer:
8.34 lbs
Q: What are the two types of electric power generators used in emergency services operations?
Answer:
•Portable Units
•Apparatus-mounted Generators
Q: What’s is an inverter?
Answer:
Step-Up transformer that converts a vehicle’s 12- or 24-volt DC current into 110- or 220-volt AC
current
Q: What are the most common rescue tools found on pumping apparatus?
Answer:
•Extrication Equipment such as Spreaders and a Shears
•Combination spread and shear tools
•Extension Rams
Q: How are extraction tools powered
Answer:
•Hydraulic Pressure
•Compressed Air or Apparatus Power Take-off System
Q: If a Fire Apparatus arrives at an incident and fire conditions are evident upon arrival, where
should the apparatus be placed?
Answer:
In a safe position that offers the best tactical advantage
Q: What can make steering axle weight too light to steer?
Answer:
Under-loaded front axles
Q: Attempt to position the apparatus __ of an incident whenever possible
Answer:
Upwind
Or Uphill (hazmat)
Q: What is the formula for friction loss
Answer:
FL(friction loss)=C(coefficient)xQ2(quantity by GPM/100)xL(length by feet/100)
Q: What is the formula for Elevation Pressure Loss
Answer: