CBM Safety Procedures & Emergency Response 3

Question 1

A 'trigger point' in a prescribed burn emergency action plan is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A pre-identified condition that automatically activates a specific response action

Answer

Trigger points are pre-identified conditions (weather, fire behavior, resource status) that, when reached, automatically initiate a specified emergency action.

Question 2

Which type of extinguisher is most appropriate for putting out a small ignition equipment fire involving flammable liquid?

Accepted Answer

Class B (dry chemical or CO2)

Answer

Class B extinguishers are rated for flammable liquid fires such as those involving drip torches or fuel cans.

Question 3

Under NWCG guidelines, who has the authority to halt a prescribed burn at any time due to safety concerns?

Accepted Answer

Any crew member or the burn boss

Answer

Any crew member who observes an unsafe condition has the authority and responsibility to call a halt; the burn boss also retains this authority.

Question 4

What is the purpose of a 'lookout' in the LCES safety system?

Accepted Answer

To observe fire behavior and warn crews of changing conditions

Answer

Lookouts are stationed where they can observe the fire and give early warning of dangerous changes in fire behavior or weather.

Question 5

Which action is MOST important when a prescribed burn threatens an unplanned structure?

Accepted Answer

Immediately suppress the fire near the structure and notify emergency services

Answer

Suppression near threatened structures and immediate notification of emergency services protects lives and property while preventing escalation.

(CBM) Certified Burn Manager Practice Test

(CBM) Certified Burn Manager Practice Test

CBM Safety Procedures & Emergency Response 3