CSCS Fire Safety and Emergency 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which class of fire involves flammable liquids such as gasoline or paint?
- Class A
- Class B (Correct answer)
- Class C
- Class D
Correct answer: Class B
Class B fires involve flammable and combustible liquids such as gasoline, oil, and paint.
Question 2: What is the minimum width a fire escape route must maintain to allow safe evacuation?
- 500 mm
- 750 mm (Correct answer)
- 1000 mm
- 1200 mm
Correct answer: 750 mm
Fire escape routes should be kept clear and be at least 750 mm wide to allow safe passage.
Question 3: A fire needs three elements to burn. Which combination makes up the fire triangle?
- Heat, smoke, and oxygen
- Fuel, heat, and oxygen (Correct answer)
- Fuel, smoke, and ignition
- Heat, fuel, and carbon dioxide
Correct answer: Fuel, heat, and oxygen
The fire triangle consists of fuel, heat, and oxygen — remove any one element and the fire cannot sustain itself.
Question 4: When discovering a fire on site, what is the FIRST action you should take?
- Attempt to extinguish it immediately
- Raise the alarm (Correct answer)
- Collect your belongings
- Call your supervisor on the phone
Correct answer: Raise the alarm
The first action is always to raise the alarm so others are warned before attempting any other response.
Question 5: Which type of fire extinguisher should NEVER be used on electrical equipment?
- CO2
- Dry powder
- Water (Correct answer)
- Halon
Correct answer: Water
Water extinguishers conduct electricity and must never be used on live electrical fires as they create electrocution risk.
Question 6: What does the acronym PASS stand for when using a fire extinguisher?
- Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep (Correct answer)
- Point, Activate, Spray, Stop
- Pull, Activate, Suppress, Sweep
- Point, Aim, Spray, Scan
Correct answer: Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
PASS stands for Pull the pin, Aim at the base, Squeeze the handle, and Sweep side to side.
Question 7: Hot work permits on construction sites are primarily issued to control the risk of:
- Falls from height
- Fire and explosion (Correct answer)
- Manual handling injuries
- Electrical shock
Correct answer: Fire and explosion
Hot work permits control activities like welding and cutting that generate heat or sparks, creating fire and explosion risks.
CSCS Fire Safety and Emergency 2
Which class of fire involves flammable liquids such as gasoline or paint?