F02 Emergency Procedures

Question 1

What is the correct order of actions in the RACE protocol for fire response?

Accepted Answer

Rescue, Alarm, Confine, Extinguish/Evacuate

Answer

RACE stands for Rescue (anyone in immediate danger), Alarm (activate the fire alarm and call 911), Confine (close doors to contain the fire), and Extinguish or Evacuate.

Question 2

During a fire emergency, when should an F-02 Fire Guard attempt to use a fire extinguisher?

Accepted Answer

Only on small, incipient-stage fires

Answer

Fire guards should only attempt to extinguish small, incipient-stage fires that can reasonably be controlled with a portable extinguisher. Larger fires require professional firefighters.

Question 3

What does PASS stand for in fire extinguisher operation?

Accepted Answer

Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

Answer

PASS is the standard technique: Pull the pin, Aim at the base of the fire, Squeeze the handle, and Sweep from side to side.

Question 4

In a high-rise building, which stairwell should occupants use during a fire evacuation?

Accepted Answer

The stairwell farthest from the fire

Answer

Occupants should use the stairwell farthest from the fire to avoid smoke and heat exposure. Elevators should never be used during a fire unless they are specifically designated fire service elevators.

Question 5

What is the purpose of a fire safety plan in a NYC building?

Accepted Answer

To outline procedures for fire prevention, evacuation, and emergency response

Answer

A fire safety plan outlines all procedures related to fire prevention, discovery, reporting, evacuation routes, and emergency response specific to that building.

F02 - NYC Fire Guard F-02 Practice Test

F02 - NYC Fire Guard F-02 Practice Test

F02 Emergency Procedures