FST Fire Extinguishers 2

Question 1

What is the minimum travel distance requirement from any point in a building to a Class A fire extinguisher?

Accepted Answer

75 feet

Answer

NFPA 10 requires Class A extinguishers to be within 75 feet of travel distance from any point in the protected area.

Question 2

Which type of fire extinguisher agent is most appropriate for a computer server room?

Accepted Answer

Clean agent (Halon substitute)

Answer

Clean agent extinguishers (such as FM-200 or Novec 1230) are preferred for server rooms because they leave no residue and do not damage sensitive electronics.

Question 3

A fire extinguisher shows a pressure gauge reading in the green zone but has visible corrosion on the cylinder. What is the correct action?

Accepted Answer

Remove it from service and have it hydrostatically tested

Answer

Visible corrosion is a condition that requires removal from service; the extinguisher must be hydrostatically tested or condemned regardless of gauge reading.

Question 4

What information is required on a fire extinguisher inspection tag after a monthly inspection?

Accepted Answer

Date of inspection and initials of the inspector

Answer

NFPA 10 requires the inspection tag to show the date of inspection and the initials of the person who performed the inspection.

Question 5

A Class K fire extinguisher is specifically designed to handle fires involving:

Accepted Answer

Cooking oils and fats in commercial cooking equipment

Answer

Class K extinguishers use wet chemical agents designed for fires in cooking appliances involving combustible cooking media such as vegetable oils and animal fats.

(FST) Fire Safety Technician Certification Practice Test

(FST) Fire Safety Technician Certification Practice Test

FST Fire Extinguishers 2