FREE STSC Fire Prevention and Protection in Construction Questions and Answers

Question 1

According to OSHA standards for a construction site, what is the maximum travel distance from any point of a protected area to the nearest fire extinguisher for Class A fire hazards?

Accepted Answer

75 feet

Answer

50 feet

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100 feet

Answer

125 feet

Question 2

A supervisor needs to store more than 25 gallons of a Class IB flammable liquid on the job site. Which of the following is an approved storage method?

Accepted Answer

In an approved flammable liquid storage cabinet.

Answer

In a locked steel gang box.

Answer

Stacked neatly in the corner of the site trailer.

Answer

In any container as long as it is more than 50 feet from an ignition source.

Question 3

During a hot work operation (e.g., welding), what is the primary duty of the designated fire watch?

Accepted Answer

To watch for and extinguish any incipient stage fires in the hot work area.

Answer

To assist the welder by handing them tools and materials.

Answer

To operate the welding equipment if the primary welder needs a break.

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To complete a safety audit of the entire job site.

Question 4

A fire breaks out involving energized electrical equipment in a temporary site office. Which type of fire extinguisher is most appropriate to use?

Accepted Answer

Class C (Carbon Dioxide or Dry Chemical)

Answer

Class A (Water)

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Class D (Combustible Metals)

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Class K (Kitchen/Grease)

Question 5

From a fire prevention standpoint, what is the most critical reason for a supervisor to enforce good housekeeping practices on a construction site?

Accepted Answer

To prevent the accumulation of combustible debris that could fuel a fire.

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To improve the site's appearance for client walkthroughs.

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To make it easier to locate lost tools.

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To reduce the number of required fire extinguishers.

Question 6

A supervisor notices that a subcontractor has stored a pallet of materials in a hallway that is part of a designated emergency exit route. What is the supervisor's immediate responsibility?

Accepted Answer

Have the materials moved immediately to ensure the exit route is clear.

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Report the issue at the next weekly safety meeting.

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Place a 'Caution' sign near the pallet.

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Find an alternate exit route and post a new map.