NSC NSC Fire Safety 2

Question 1

Which type of fire detector is most effective at detecting slow, smoldering fires?

Accepted Answer

Photoelectric smoke detector

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

Monthly

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

Activate the alarm, call the fire department, then evacuate

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

Carbon dioxide (CO2) or dry chemical

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

Electrical fires

Answer

Electrical fires are the leading cause of workplace fire deaths, often resulting from faulty wiring or overloaded circuits.

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