NSC NSC Fire Safety

Question 1

What class of fire extinguisher is rated for use on ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, and cloth?

Accepted Answer

Class A

Answer

Class A extinguishers are designed for ordinary combustibles like wood, paper, and cloth.

Question 2

Which fire extinguisher class is specifically intended for flammable liquids and gases?

Accepted Answer

Class B

Answer

Class B extinguishers are rated for flammable liquids such as gasoline, oil, and grease fires.

Question 3

What does the acronym PASS stand for when using a fire extinguisher?

Accepted Answer

Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

Answer

PASS stands for Pull the pin, Aim at the base, Squeeze the handle, and Sweep side to side.

Question 4

According to NSC guidelines, at what point should an employee attempt to fight a fire rather than evacuate?

Accepted Answer

Only when the fire is small, contained, and the exit is clear behind them

Answer

NSC recommends fighting a fire only if it is small and contained and your escape route remains clear behind you.

Question 5

Which federal regulation requires employers to establish an Emergency Action Plan that includes fire evacuation procedures?

Accepted Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.38

Answer

OSHA 29 CFR 1910.38 requires employers to develop and implement an Emergency Action Plan covering fire evacuation.

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