DRIVING

Question 1

According to Operations Bulletin 2020-04 - Failure to report damage. When an appliance is found to have unreported damage, the Fleet Operations Officer or Regional Maintenance Officer will notify the Station, Duty, and Zone Commander in writing. The responsible station must submit what form within 8 days?

Answer 1

• Agency Member Motor Vehicle Claim Form

Question 2

You are responding to a fire call in a Scania 320 pumper through small roundabouts in wet weather and the driver reports that the vehicle’s brakes are operating independently and intermittently. In accordance with the Operations Bulletin 2014-02, what actions should be taken?

Answer 2

• The Electronic Stability Program is being activated to account for a potential loss in traction, implementing countermeasures to return the vehicle to a stable condition. If a driver is continually activating the ESP, they are travelling too quickly for the road conditions and must alter their driving behaviour.

Question 3

According to Six Minute Intensive Training, what is the purpose of placing an appliance in the fend off position?

Answer 3

• Uses appliances bulk and visibility to form physical barrier, protecting FRNSW personnel, other emergency services and patients from oncoming traffic