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Question 1

Emergency Apparatus, Equipment and Station Inspections - Driver Duties

Answer 1

• Shall be familiar with all aspects of the apparatus they have been assigned to drive. This included the safe operation and reporting of defect or missing equipment.
• as early as possible, ensure the Daily Inspection report - Part A is completed. The Apparatus Inspection Schedule and Inspection Guide shall be utilized in order to assist with the completion of the Daily Inspection Report
• On Sundays ensure the Weekly Apparatus Inspection Report is completed.
• 1st of the month ensure the Monthly Apparatus Inspection Report is completed and forwarded to the apparatus Captain
• Replacement drivers can reinspect or accept the previous drivers inspection, the new driver shall sign the inspection sheet and assume full responsibility of the vehicle
• ensure the inspection of emerg. lights on the apparatus is done inside the station. (Not necessary to have vehicle running but station power should be utilized)
• if a major or minor defect is detected while driving they shall notify the Captain immediately
• ensure at the end of the calendar year, all Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Apparatus Inspection Reports are forwarded the Div. A&M
• the apparatus fuel tanks are maintained at a minimum 3/4 full.

Question 2

Procedure when noting major or minor defects/missing equipment the driver shall…

Answer 2

1-Report the problem to the apparatus Captain
2-Record it in the Daily Inspection Report (Part A)
3-Record the information on the station white board
4-Properly tag equipment to be sent for repair
5-Relay information to the next shift coming on-duty

Question 3

Specialty and Spare Apparatus

Answer 3

Require a partial daily inspection, as per the Apparatus Inspection Schedule, however, a full inspection of all applicable