F-01 - F-01 Fireguard Portable Fire Extinguisher Use Questions and Answers 2

Question 1

What does the PASS technique stand for?

Accepted Answer

Pull the pin, Aim at the base, Squeeze the handle, Sweep side to side

Answer

PASS: Pull the pin, Aim at the base, Squeeze the handle, Sweep from side to side.

Question 2

What extinguisher should be used on energized electrical equipment?

Accepted Answer

Carbon dioxide or dry chemical rated for Class C

Answer

Class C fires require non-conductive agents like CO2 or dry chemical.

Question 3

How far should you stand from a fire when using a portable extinguisher?

Accepted Answer

6 to 8 feet, adjusting for the extinguisher's range

Answer

Start 6 to 8 feet away, balancing safety and effectiveness.

Question 4

How can you tell if a portable extinguisher is fully charged?

Accepted Answer

Check the pressure gauge; the needle should be in the green zone

Answer

The pressure gauge needle in the green zone indicates full charge and readiness.

Question 5

What is the maximum fire size a portable extinguisher can handle?

Accepted Answer

An incipient-stage fire, about wastebasket to small desk size

Answer

Portable extinguishers work only on incipient fires. Larger fires need firefighters.

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