As salt water or water containing certain chemical...

Fire Apparatus Driver/Operator - Pumper End Of Course Exam Test

As salt water or water containing certain chemicals can corrode the apparatus pump, you should:

A. Never use static sources of water that are not potable

B. Attach a reverse osmosis (RO) filter to the intake hose before you attach the strainer to lessen the effects of salt or other chemicals

C. Flush the pump with fresh water after using it

D. Flush the pump with a neutralizer and fresh water after using it.

✔ Correct Answer:

C. Flush the pump with fresh water after using it