Fire Safety Basic Fire Safety Knowledge 3

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a fire sprinkler system?

Accepted Answer

To control fire growth and protect escape routes

Answer

Sprinkler systems are designed to control fire growth and maintain tenable conditions for evacuation, not necessarily extinguish the fire entirely.

Question 2

Which household appliance is the leading cause of home fires in the United States according to the NFPA?

Accepted Answer

Cooking equipment

Answer

Cooking equipment is the leading cause of home fires and home fire injuries in the US, according to NFPA data.

Question 3

What should you do if your clothes catch on fire?

Accepted Answer

Stop, drop, and roll

Answer

Stop, drop, and roll smothers the flames by cutting off the oxygen supply and prevents running, which fans the fire.

Question 4

How often should fire extinguishers in a home or workplace be professionally inspected?

Accepted Answer

Annually

Answer

NFPA 10 requires fire extinguishers to receive an annual maintenance inspection by a certified professional.

Question 5

What color label indicates a Class A fire extinguisher?

Accepted Answer

Green

Answer

Class A extinguishers are identified by a green label and are used for ordinary combustibles like wood and paper.

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