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Can FRNSW appliances use bus lanes when returning from a call?

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Yes

LG pp. 12–13 (Road Rules)

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Must drivers show their licence if asked by Police?

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Yes

LG p. 10 – Licences

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When responding, must lights and sirens always be used?

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Yes

LG pp. 14–15 (Safe Driving)

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Who is responsible for a FRNSW appliance during operation?

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The most senior member

LG p. 16 – Responsibility

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What 4 key responsibilities must a driver follow when reversing?

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  • Seek assistance where possible
  • Use hazard lights
  • Stop if guide not visible
  • Follow guide’s hand signals

LG pp. 18–19 (Reversing)

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What 5 things should you consider when choosing a route?

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  • Weather
  • Traffic
  • School zones
  • Bridge clearance
  • Road works

LG pp. 22–23 (Route planning)

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What 5 details must you give Police after an accident?

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  • Name & address
  • Vehicle rego number
  • Rank & station/section
  • If responding or not
  • Brief description of accident

LG p. 26 – Accidents

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What 2 symptoms indicate fatigue?

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  • Lack of energy
  • Drowsiness

LG p. 32 – Fatigue

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What are examples of fatigue causes?

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  • Lack of sleep = Lifestyle
  • Shift work = Workplace
  • Depression = Psychological
  • Poor workplace practices = Workplace
  • Alcohol/drugs = Lifestyle
  • Grief = Psychological

LG p. 33 – Fatigue causes

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List 6 common fatigue symptoms.

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  1. Yawning
  2. Poor concentration
  3. Headaches
  4. Loss of motivation
  5. Impatience
  6. Slowed reflexes/responses

LG pp. 34–35 (Fatigue)

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Why can’t you trust stairs?

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They’re always up to something.

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What 3 things help manage fatigue?

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  • Ensure adequate/regular sleep
  • Set cabin climate appropriately
  • Adjust seat/steering correctly

LG p. 36 – Fatigue management

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What does Section 11 of FRNSW Act require?

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Fire: proceed with all speed, extinguish, save lives/property
Hazmat: proceed with all speed, render site safe, save lives/property

LG pp. 40–41 – FRNSW Act

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What 2 procedures must be followed at red lights/stop signs?

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  • Slow to ≤8 kph
  • Proceed only if safe

LG p. 44 – Intersections

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What licence is required for 2 axle vehicle >8t?

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MR (Medium Rigid)

LG p. 49 – Licence classes

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What is the safe following distance when responding?

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4 seconds

LG p. 52 – Safe distance

17
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What is the PCA limit for FRNSW drivers?

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0.02

LG p. 45 – Blood Alcohol

18
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When do you carry out a Pre-Drive check?

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Each time driver enters cabin to drive

LG p. 60 – Pre-Drive Checks

19
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What daily check must be done on air brakes?

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Bleed moisture from tanks

LG p. 61 – Air Brake checks

20
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Why was the computer cold?

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It left its Windows open.

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21
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What minimum fuel % must be maintained?

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75%

LG p. 63 – Fuel

22
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What 7 gauges are on all FRNSW appliances?

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  1. Fuel
  2. Speedo
  3. Tachometer
  4. Oil/engine temp
  5. Oil/trans temp
  6. Air brake pressure
  7. Battery volts

LG p. 65 – Gauges

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What 7 things must be checked in a pre-departure check?

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  1. Audible/visual warning systems
  2. Tyres/wheel nuts/rims
  3. Windows/mirrors
  4. Fluids
  5. Lights
  6. Loose/missing/broken fittings
  7. Moisture in air tank

LG p. 66 – Pre-departure

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Does a partly full water tank affect appliance stability?

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Yes

LG p. 67 – Water tanks

25
What 3 systems alert you to transmission overheating?
* Warning light (visual) * Buzzer/alarm (audible) * Transmission temperature gauge ## Footnote LG p. 68 – Transmission systems
26
What 3 actions reduce environmental impact with appliances?
* Avoid spills when refuelling * Contain foam concentrate * Fill Ad Blue as required ## Footnote LG p. 70 – Environmental
27
Which lane must you drive in under normal road rules?
Left lane (as per Aust Road Rules) ## Footnote LG p. 72 – Lane choice
28
In a zipper merge, who gives way?
The Vehicle behind gives way ## Footnote LG p. 74 – Road rules
29
What 8 factors should be considered when positioning an appliance at an incident?
1. Falling masonry 1. Uphill/upwind 1. Explosions 1. Bushfire spread 1. Access for other vehicles 1. Aerial positioning 1. Power lines 1. Water runoff ## Footnote LG p. 78 – Appliance positioning
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Why did the banana go to the doctor?
Because it wasn’t peeling well.
31
What is the exclusion zone for downed power lines?
8 metres ## Footnote LG p. 80 – Powerline hazards
32
What 4 actions must you take when driving onto unpaved road?
1. Drive slowly 1. Brake lightly/select gear 1. Avoid sharp turns 1. Watch for potholes/uneven surfaces ## Footnote LG p. 82 – Unpaved roads
33
Can the senior instruct speed reduction, stopping, observing rules?
**YES ** They can tell you to slow down but can not tell you to speed up ## Footnote LG p. 84 – Senior role
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What is the hand signals **Straight back** when reversing appliances?
## Footnote OPERATIONS BULLETIN 2008/13
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What is the hand signals **Veer Left** when reversing appliances?
## Footnote OPERATIONS BULLETIN 2008/13
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What is the hand signals **Veer Right** when reversing appliances? ## Footnote OPERATIONS BULLETIN 2008/13
## Footnote OPERATIONS BULLETIN 2008/13
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What is the hand signals **Stop** when reversing appliances?
## Footnote OPERATIONS BULLETIN 2008/13
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What key RTA guidelines must drivers follow when reversing heavy vehicles?
* Turn on hazard lights, * avoid unnecessary reversing, * use a spotter with a high vis vest when possible, * check behind if unsure, * and reverse into driveways/docks so you can drive forward into traffic when leaving. ## Footnote OPERATIONS BULLETIN 2008/13
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