ASP Fire Prevention and Protection 2

Question 1

Which class of fire involves energized electrical equipment?

Accepted Answer

Class C

Answer

Class C fires involve energized electrical equipment. Once power is disconnected, the fire is reclassified based on the burning material.

Question 2

What is the maximum travel distance to a fire extinguisher for Class A hazards according to NFPA 10?

Accepted Answer

75 feet

Answer

NFPA 10 requires that the maximum travel distance to an extinguisher for Class A hazards not exceed 75 feet.

Question 3

What does a fire watch involve?

Accepted Answer

Assigning trained personnel to continuously monitor for fire hazards during hot work

Answer

A fire watch involves stationing trained personnel to monitor the area during and after hot work operations.

Question 4

Which type of sprinkler system contains water under pressure at all times and activates immediately when a sprinkler head is triggered?

Accepted Answer

Wet pipe system

Answer

Wet pipe systems maintain water under pressure at all times, allowing immediate discharge when a sprinkler head activates.

Question 5

What is the purpose of a fire damper in an HVAC system?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the spread of fire and smoke through ductwork

Answer

Fire dampers automatically close to prevent fire and smoke from spreading through the HVAC system at fire-rated wall and floor penetrations.

(ASP) Associate Safety Professional Practice Test