Operations of Emergency Apparatus/Vehicles

What is the rule of thumb for Engineer Operators at green lights?

• Always stop

• Use caution or stop if necessary

• Speed up

• Ignore the light

What should Engineer Operators do at controlled intersections?

• Speed through

• Come to a complete stop

• Ignore other vehicles

• Use the opposing lane

What should one member do before taking heavy apparatus off a paved road?

• Stay inside the vehicle

• Exit the vehicle and walk in front as a guide

• Drive faster to avoid obstacles

• Turn off all communication devices

Where should a spotter be placed when more than one person is on the apparatus?

• In front of the apparatus

• Near the rear of the apparatus

• Inside the apparatus

• On top of the apparatus

What is prohibited while driving a Fire Department apparatus/vehicle?

• Using a wireless device for texting

• Listening to music

• Eating food

• Talking to passengers

What should be done when staging a trailer?

• Leave plenty of room around the transport vehicle

• Park as close as possible to other vehicles

• Turn off all lights

• Remove all safety chains

What is the frequency of rechecking driving records for members on probationary status?

• Every three months

• Every six months

• Annually

• Every month

What is the role of the Safety Review Board after an accident?

• To notify the Assistant Chief

• To maintain scene security

• To review the events surrounding the accident

• To take photographs of the scene

What happens if the event is classified as an accident involving injuries or loss of life?

• The Engineer Operator will be tested for impairment

• The Officer in Charge will notify the Assistant Chief

• The Engineer Operator will be removed from the scene

• The Safety Review Board will convene

What must be done with the apparatus and equipment after the termination of an incident?

• They must be removed from the freeway promptly

• They must be staged on the freeway

• They must be used for additional blocking

• They must be placed evenly apart