F60 Fire Extinguisher & Emergency Response 3

Question 1

A CO2 extinguisher is least effective outdoors because:

Accepted Answer

Wind disperses the CO2 gas before it can smother the fire

Answer

CO2 is a gaseous agent that wind can rapidly disperse, significantly reducing its fire-suppression effectiveness in outdoor or windy environments.

Question 2

Which extinguisher class rating covers fires in energized electrical equipment?

Accepted Answer

Class C

Answer

Class C ratings indicate the extinguishing agent is non-conductive and safe for use on fires involving live electrical equipment.

Question 3

When the fire guard calls 911 during a torch operation fire, which information should be given FIRST?

Accepted Answer

The exact location and address of the fire

Answer

Dispatchers need the exact location first so they can begin routing units while gathering additional details.

Question 4

If a fire spreads beyond what a portable extinguisher can control, the fire guard must:

Accepted Answer

Immediately evacuate and ensure others leave the area

Answer

Once a fire is beyond the capacity of a portable extinguisher, evacuation of all personnel is mandatory and no further extinguishment attempts should be made.

Question 5

For torch operations on a roof, how long must the fire guard maintain watch after work is completed?

Accepted Answer

60 minutes

Answer

FDNY requires a fire guard to maintain a watch for at least 60 minutes after torch operations on a roof have ceased.

(F60) Certificate of Fitness for Fire Guard for Torch Operations Practice Test

(F60) Certificate of Fitness for Fire Guard for Torch Operations Practice Test

F60 Fire Extinguisher & Emergency Response 3