Practice question

Which is the maximum angle most aerial ladders are designed to operate at?

  1. Approximately 90° (straight up)
  2. Approximately 45°
  3. Approximately 30°
  4. Always below horizontal

Answer: A — Approximately 90° (straight up)

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