OIC Emergency Response & Crisis Management 3

Question 1

Which type of fire extinguisher is appropriate for use on an electrical fire discovered during a building inspection?

Accepted Answer

Class C (CO2 or dry chemical)

Answer

Class C extinguishers use non-conductive agents suitable for electrical fires; water-based extinguishers conduct electricity and are dangerous.

Question 2

During a crawlspace inspection, an inspector notices signs of carbon monoxide-producing equipment operating in an enclosed area. What is the appropriate action?

Accepted Answer

Exit the crawlspace immediately and ventilate the area before re-entry

Answer

Carbon monoxide is odorless and can incapacitate quickly; immediate exit and ventilation are required before any continued inspection.

Question 3

What does the term 'triage' mean in the context of post-disaster building inspections?

Accepted Answer

Prioritizing inspections based on life-safety risk levels

Answer

Triage in post-disaster inspection means prioritizing which structures need immediate attention based on the level of risk they pose.

Question 4

An inspector finds asbestos-containing materials that appear disturbed in a building built before 1980. What is the correct procedure?

Accepted Answer

Recommend immediate evacuation and professional abatement assessment

Answer

Disturbed asbestos-containing materials release airborne fibers; inspectors should recommend evacuation and professional assessment rather than sampling themselves.

Question 5

During a crisis inspection following a windstorm, which roof condition represents the MOST immediate life-safety risk?

Accepted Answer

Partially detached section of roof still connected at one end

Answer

A partially detached roof section is unstable and can fall without warning, posing an immediate collapse risk to anyone below.

(OIC) Oregon Inspector Certification Practice Test

(OIC) Oregon Inspector Certification Practice Test

OIC Emergency Response & Crisis Management 3