Fire Safety and Prevention Flashcards
6 cards from real CSO practice questions. Tap to flip, then mark Knew It or Still Learning — missed cards come back until you master them.
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What three elements make up the fire triangle required for a fire to burn?
Answer: Heat, fuel, and oxygen
A fire requires heat, fuel, and oxygen — removing any one of these three elements will extinguish the fire.
Which type of extinguisher should NEVER be used on an energized electrical fire?
Answer: Water extinguisher
Water conducts electricity and using it on an energized electrical fire can cause electrocution.
How often must portable fire extinguishers be visually inspected in the workplace per OSHA?
Answer: Monthly
OSHA requires portable fire extinguishers to receive a monthly visual inspection and annual professional maintenance.
When using PASS, where should you aim the extinguisher nozzle?
Answer: At the base of the fire
Aiming at the base of the fire attacks the fuel source directly and is the most effective discharge method.
What is the PRIMARY function of a fire door in a workplace building?
Answer: Slow the spread of fire and smoke between sections
Fire doors resist fire and slow the spread of smoke and flames, giving occupants more time to evacuate.
What should you do if your primary evacuation route is blocked by fire?
Answer: Use an alternate exit route
Always use an alternate evacuation route; never walk through fire or use elevators during a fire emergency.