F04 - F04 Fireguard License Portable Fire Extinguishers Questions and Answers

Question 1

A Fireguard conducting a monthly 'quick check' on a portable fire extinguisher must verify several conditions. Which of the following is NOT a required part of this monthly inspection?

Accepted Answer

Weighing the extinguisher to check the agent level.

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Ensuring the extinguisher is in its designated place and is not obstructed.

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Checking that the pressure gauge is in the operable (green) range.

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Verifying that the safety pin is in place and the tamper seal is not broken.

Question 2

While on patrol at a temporary outdoor concert, a Fireguard discovers a small fire in a trash can, fueled by paper and cardboard. Which class of fire extinguisher is the most appropriate to use in this situation?

Accepted Answer

Class A

Answer

Class K

Answer

Class B

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Class C

Question 3

A Fireguard must use the P.A.S.S. method to operate a portable fire extinguisher. What does the 'A' in the P.A.S.S. acronym stand for?

Accepted Answer

Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire.

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Activate the alarm before approaching the fire.

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Assess the size of the fire to ensure it is safe to fight.

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Alert others in the immediate vicinity.

Question 4

According to FDNY regulations, how should portable fire extinguishers be mounted?

Accepted Answer

The top of the extinguisher must be no more than 5 feet from the floor, and the bottom no less than 4 inches from the floor.

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The top of the extinguisher must be no more than 3 feet from the floor.

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The bottom of the extinguisher must be resting securely on the floor.

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The extinguisher must be placed in a cabinet with the handle at exactly 4 feet from the floor.

Question 5

A fire breaks out involving energized electrical equipment in a sound booth at a public assembly. Which of the following extinguisher types would be dangerous to use on this fire?

Accepted Answer

Water-based

Answer

Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

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Multi-purpose Dry Chemical (ABC)

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Halon or other clean agent

Question 6

During a pre-event inspection at a temporary place of assembly, you notice that a fire extinguisher's tag indicates its last annual professional service was 14 months ago. What is the correct course of action?

Accepted Answer

Immediately report the deficient extinguisher to a supervisor and ensure it is replaced before the event begins.

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Note it in the logbook and check it again next month.

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Assume the tag is wrong if the pressure gauge is in the green.

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Perform a quick check yourself and initial the tag if it looks okay.

A Fireguard conducting a monthly 'quick check' on a portable fire extinguisher must verify several conditions.Which of the following is NOT a required part of this monthly inspection?

A Fireguard conducting a monthly 'quick check' on a portable fire extinguisher must verify several conditions.
Which of the following is NOT a required part of this monthly inspection?