F-01 - F-01 Fireguard Portable Fire Extinguisher Use Questions and Answers

Question 1

A Fire Guard discovers a small fire in a trash can involving paper and wood. Which class of fire extinguisher is the correct type to use on this fire?

Accepted Answer

Class A

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Class B

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Class C

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Class D

Question 2

When operating a portable fire extinguisher, the acronym P.A.S.S. is a critical memory aid. What does the 'A' in P.A.S.S. stand for?

Accepted Answer

Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire

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Alert the Fire Department

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Assess the size of the fire

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Activate the building's fire alarm

Question 3

A Fire Guard is responding to a fire and has selected the appropriate extinguisher. Before attempting to extinguish the fire, which of the following is the MOST critical safety consideration?

Accepted Answer

Ensure there is a clear and unobstructed exit path behind them

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Check the extinguisher's inspection tag for the last service date

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Notify the building supervisor of the intent to use the extinguisher

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Estimate the potential cost of the property damage

Question 4

Which of the following situations would indicate that a portable fire extinguisher should NOT be used and an immediate evacuation is necessary?

Accepted Answer

The room is quickly filling with thick, black smoke, making it difficult to see.

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The fire is confined to a small wastebasket.

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The fire involves energized electrical equipment and a Class C extinguisher is available.

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The fire alarm has already been activated and is sounding.

Question 5

A Fire Guard encounters a fire involving a flammable liquid that has spilled on the floor. What is the correct sweeping motion to use with the fire extinguisher?

Accepted Answer

Sweep the nozzle from side to side at the base of the fire.

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Sweep the nozzle in a circular motion around the fire's perimeter.

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Aim directly at the center of the fire until the extinguisher is empty.

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Start at the top of the flames and sweep downwards.

Question 6

According to FDNY guidelines, a Fire Guard must be knowledgeable about the fire extinguishers in their patrol area. What information is typically found on the extinguisher's symbol label?

Accepted Answer

Symbols indicating the classes of fire it is safe and effective to use on.

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The date the extinguisher was manufactured.

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The name of the Fire Guard who last inspected it.

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The phone number for the extinguisher servicing company.