CBM Safety Procedures & Emergency Response 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is the first step in responding to a workplace burn emergency?
- Apply a cold compress to the burn.
- Call emergency services immediately.
- Ensure the scene is safe. (Correct answer)
- Remove clothing stuck to the burn area.
Correct answer: Ensure the scene is safe.
Ensuring the scene is safe prevents further harm to the victim or responder before giving aid.
Question 2: Which class of fire extinguisher is appropriate for electrical fires in burn treatment areas?
- Class A
- Class B
- Class C (Correct answer)
- Class D
Correct answer: Class C
Class C extinguishers are designed for use on electrical fires, which may occur in clinical or emergency equipment settings.
Question 3: In a mass burn casualty event, what is the most important principle of triage?
- First come, first served.
- Treat the most critically injured regardless of survivability.
- Prioritize patients based on age.
- Provide care to those most likely to survive. (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Provide care to those most likely to survive.
Triage focuses on treating those with life-threatening injuries who are most likely to survive with immediate care.
Question 4: Which PPE is essential when managing a chemical burn emergency?
- Standard gown and gloves only.
- Full PPE including goggles and gloves. (Correct answer)
- Surgical mask and apron.
- Only hand sanitizer and gloves.
Correct answer: Full PPE including goggles and gloves.
Chemical burns require the use of gloves, goggles, and protective clothing to avoid secondary contamination.
Question 5: What should be avoided when treating a thermal burn in the field?
- Covering the burn with a clean cloth.
- Applying antibiotic ointment.
- Applying ice directly to the burn. (Correct answer)
- Elevating the burned area.
Correct answer: Applying ice directly to the burn.
Applying ice can worsen tissue damage; using cool, not cold, water is recommended.
Question 6: Why is it critical to remove the source of the burn before providing care?
- To prevent contamination.
- To document the cause.
- To avoid legal liability.
- To stop continued tissue damage. (Correct answer)
Correct answer: To stop continued tissue damage.
Leaving the source in contact with the skin can cause further damage, so removing it is the first step in care.
CBM Safety Procedures & Emergency Response 1
What is the first step in responding to a workplace burn emergency?