02-1-S215-EP Unit 2 - Understanding and Checking Your Vehicle S-216 Driving for the Fire Service
02-2-S216-EP Unit 2 - Understanding and Checking Your Vehicle 1. Explain why it is important to perform a vehicle inspection. 2. Differentiate between vehicle problems that are operator repairable and those that are not.
02-3-S216-EP Unit 2 - Understanding and Checking Your Vehicle 3. Explain why it is important to document any actions taken concerning the vehicle such as inspections, use, repairs, maintenance, accidents, etc. 4. Perform a vehicle inspection. Determine your vehicle's readiness for daily operations in the field.
02-4-S216-EP I. Reasons for Performing a Vehicle Inspection A.Vehicle/equipment readiness B.Accident prevention C.Preventive maintenance is less expensive than repairs S216-EP
02-5-S216-EP II. Vehicle Repairs and Maintenance Tasks an operator can perform: 1. Change flat tire 2. Replace missing lug nuts 3. Fluid levels 4. Replace fuses 5. Replace light bulbs 6. Replace lenses 02-5-S216-EP
02-6-S216-EP II. Vehicle Repairs and Maintenance 02-6-S216-EP Tasks an operator can perform: 7.Replace/tighten mirrors 8.Tighten any loose nuts, bolts fasteners etc. 9.Battery service 10.Replace air filters 11.Replace missing safety items
02-7-S216-EP II. Vehicle Repairs and Maintenance 02-7-S216-EP Problems that are not operator repairable: 1. Wiring/electrical problems 2. Major fluid leaks/changing fluids 3. Major tire/wheel problems 4. Broken glass
02-8-S216-EP II. Vehicle Repairs and Maintenance 02-8-S216-EP Problems that are not operator repairable: 5. Mechanical problems a. Engine b. Transmission/transfer case/ driveline/differential c. Brakes d. Steering components/ Constant Velocity joints
02-9-S216-EP II. Vehicle Repairs and Maintenance 02-9-S216-EP Problems that are not operator repairable: 6. Exhaust system 7. Belts/hoses 8. Repair safety items
02-10-S216-EP III. Documentation A. Cost accountability. Refer to agency- specific financial requirements. B. Organizational/Agency liability or personal liability. C. To discover mechanical trends with that vehicle that can help with the maintenance of similar vehicles S216-EP
02-11-S216-EP D.As a reminder when certain mechanical service was performed or when problems arose. E.Helps in the development of new and safer equipment. F.Documentation for warranty issues that may arise. G.Document job performance and compliance with organization policies and procedures. III. Documentation
02-12-S216-EP IV. Vehicle Inspection
02-13-S216-EP Cabinets and Locks
02-14-S216-EP Oil
02-15-S216-EP Coolant
02-16-S216-EP Power Steering
02-17-S216-EP Automatic Transmission
02-18-S216-EP Fan Belts
02-19-S216-EP Hoses
02-20-S216-EP Leaks
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02-22-S216-EP cupping
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02-28-S216-EP Horns, Seatbelts, Radio
02-29-S216-EP Agency Required Forms
02-30-S216-EP Unit 2 - Understanding and Checking Your Vehicle 1. Explain why it is important to perform a vehicle inspection. 2. Differentiate between vehicle problems that are operator repairable and those that are not.
02-31-S216-EP Unit 2 - Understanding and Checking Your Vehicle 3. Explain why it is important to document any actions taken concerning the vehicle such as inspections, use, repairs, maintenance, accidents, etc. 4. Perform a vehicle inspection. Determine your vehicle's readiness for daily operations in the field.