FREE F01 Fire Classification & Extinguishers Questions and Answers

Question 1

A fire involving ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, and cloth is classified as:

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Class A

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Class B

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Class C

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Class D

Question 2

What does the acronym P.A.S.S. stand for in the context of operating a portable fire extinguisher?

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Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

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Push, Aim, Spray, Secure

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Point, Activate, Spray, Stop

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Pull, Assess, Squeeze, Spray

Question 3

A fire in an electrical panel is considered which class of fire?

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Class C

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Class A

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Class B

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Class K

Question 4

Which type of fire extinguisher is specifically designed for fires in commercial kitchens involving cooking oils and fats?

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Class K extinguisher

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Water extinguisher

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Carbon Dioxide (CO2) extinguisher

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Dry Powder extinguisher for metals

Question 5

A fire involving flammable liquids like gasoline, oil, or paint is classified as:

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Class B

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Class A

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Class C

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Class D

Question 6

Why should a water-based extinguisher NEVER be used on a Class C fire?

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It creates a severe risk of electric shock

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Water will make the fire hotter

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It can cause a dangerous chemical reaction

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The water will evaporate before reaching the fire