NSC NSC Fire Safety 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: Which type of fire detector is most effective at detecting slow, smoldering fires?
- Photoelectric smoke detector (Correct answer)
- Ionization smoke detector
- Heat detector
- Flame detector
Correct answer: Photoelectric smoke detector
Photoelectric smoke detectors are better at detecting slow, smoldering fires that produce large smoke particles.
Question 2: How often should portable fire extinguishers in a workplace be visually inspected according to OSHA and NFPA 10?
- Monthly (Correct answer)
- Weekly
- Quarterly
- Annually
Correct answer: Monthly
NFPA 10 and OSHA 1910.157 require portable fire extinguishers to be visually inspected at least monthly.
Question 3: What is the correct procedure when you discover a fire in the workplace?
- Activate the alarm, call the fire department, then evacuate (Correct answer)
- Try to extinguish it first, then call 911
- Notify your supervisor before activating the alarm
- Close all doors and windows before evacuating
Correct answer: Activate the alarm, call the fire department, then evacuate
NSC protocols state you should activate the alarm, call the fire department, and then evacuate in that order.
Question 4: Which extinguishing agent is recommended for Class C (energized electrical equipment) fires?
- Carbon dioxide (CO2) or dry chemical (Correct answer)
- Water
- Foam
- Wet chemical
Correct answer: Carbon dioxide (CO2) or dry chemical
CO2 and dry chemical agents are non-conductive and safe for use on energized electrical equipment fires.
Question 5: According to the NSC, what is the leading cause of workplace fire deaths?
- Arson
- Electrical fires (Correct answer)
- Cooking equipment
- Heating equipment
Correct answer: Electrical fires
Electrical fires are the leading cause of workplace fire deaths, often resulting from faulty wiring or overloaded circuits.
Question 6: Fire evacuation drills at workplaces are recommended by the NSC at what minimum frequency?
- At least annually (Correct answer)
- Every five years
- Every two years
- Only when required by local fire code
Correct answer: At least annually
NSC recommends conducting fire evacuation drills at least annually to ensure all employees know evacuation routes.
NSC NSC Fire Safety 2
Which type of fire detector is most effective at detecting slow, smoldering fires?