F02 F02 Fire Extinguisher Operations 2

Question 1

What is the primary agent in a CO2 fire extinguisher?

Accepted Answer

Carbon dioxide gas

Answer

Dry chemical powder

Answer

Halon gas

Answer

Water mist

Question 2

After using a fire extinguisher, even partially, what must a Fire Guard do?

Accepted Answer

Tag it as used and arrange for recharging

Answer

Leave it in place for the next shift

Answer

Return it to service if it still shows pressure

Answer

Refill it with water

Question 3

Which extinguisher type leaves a corrosive residue that can damage sensitive electronic equipment?

Accepted Answer

Dry chemical powder

Answer

CO2

Answer

Water mist

Answer

Wet chemical

Question 4

Where should fire extinguishers be mounted to comply with NYC Fire Code?

Accepted Answer

In visible, accessible locations near exits or hazard areas

Answer

Anywhere convenient

Answer

Locked in a storage room

Answer

Behind furniture to protect them

Question 5

What information must appear on a fire extinguisher's label?

Accepted Answer

Class rating, operating instructions, and hazard warnings

Answer

Only the manufacturer name

Answer

The building owner's name

Answer

Only the last inspection date

Question 6

A fire extinguisher hydrostatic test for stored-pressure dry chemical units is required every:

Accepted Answer

6 years

Answer

1 year

Answer

3 years

Answer

12 years