F60 Fire Extinguisher Requirements 3

Question 1

How often must fire extinguishers at a torch operation site be inspected?

Accepted Answer

At the start of each workday

Answer

Extinguishers must be visually inspected at the start of each workday to confirm they are charged, accessible, and in working condition.

Question 2

A fire guard notices the safety pin on the fire extinguisher is missing. What should be done before torch work begins?

Accepted Answer

Replace the extinguisher with one that has an intact pin

Answer

A missing safety pin means the extinguisher could accidentally discharge or may have already been used, so it must be replaced before work starts.

Question 3

What is the minimum number of fire extinguishers required when torch operations are conducted on a rooftop?

Accepted Answer

At least one at the point of operation

Answer

At minimum, one properly rated extinguisher must be at the point of operation during torch work.

Question 4

Which PASS step in fire extinguisher use involves squeezing the handle to discharge the agent?

Accepted Answer

Squeeze

Answer

The 'S' in PASS stands for Squeeze — pressing the handle releases the extinguishing agent.

Question 5

A torch operation fire guard finds that the extinguisher's last annual service tag is from 18 months ago. What is required?

Accepted Answer

Have it inspected and serviced before use

Answer

Fire extinguishers require annual professional servicing, and one that is overdue must be serviced before it can be used on a job site.

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