F-01 F-01 Fireguard Fire Guard Responsibilities 3

Question 1

Which type of fire extinguisher is appropriate for a Class K fire involving cooking oils in a commercial kitchen?

Accepted Answer

Wet chemical extinguisher

Answer

Class K fires require a wet chemical extinguisher designed specifically for high-temperature cooking oil fires.

Question 2

If a fire guard is unable to report for duty, who must they notify?

Accepted Answer

Their employer or supervisor only

Answer

The fire guard must notify their employer or supervisor so a qualified replacement can be arranged.

Question 3

What does the term 'impairment' mean in the context of a fire guard's duties?

Accepted Answer

A condition where a fire protection system is out of service

Answer

An impairment refers to any condition where a fire protection system such as sprinklers or alarms is out of service or not fully operational.

Question 4

During a hot work operation (welding or cutting), a fire guard must remain at the site for how long AFTER the work has stopped?

Accepted Answer

30 minutes

Answer

The fire guard must remain on-site for at least 30 minutes after hot work is completed to watch for smoldering fires.

Question 5

What should a fire guard do when they discover a locked or obstructed exit door?

Accepted Answer

Log the condition and immediately notify management to correct it

Answer

A locked or obstructed exit is a serious hazard that must be logged and reported to management for immediate correction.

(F-01) F-01 Fireguard Practice Test