SAF Fire Safety & Prevention 3

Question 1

Which class of fire involves combustible metals such as magnesium, titanium, and sodium?

Accepted Answer

Class D

Answer

Class D fires involve combustible metals and require specialized dry powder extinguishing agents matched to the specific metal involved.

Question 2

Which NFPA standard is known as the Life Safety Code, addressing means of egress and fire protection features in buildings?

Accepted Answer

NFPA 101

Answer

NFPA 101, the Life Safety Code, establishes minimum requirements for egress systems, fire protection features, and emergency lighting in all building types.

Question 3

In fire safety assessment, the term 'fire load' (fuel load) refers to:

Accepted Answer

The total quantity of combustible material present in a given area

Answer

Fire load is the total quantity of combustible materials in a space, expressed in BTUs or pounds of wood equivalent per square foot, used to assess potential fire severity.

Question 4

According to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.38, when must an employer review and update their Fire Prevention Plan?

Accepted Answer

Whenever it is no longer adequate or when workplace changes affect fire hazards

Answer

OSHA requires the Fire Prevention Plan be reviewed and updated whenever workplace changes affect its adequacy, rather than on a fixed time schedule.

Question 5

What is the primary function of a designated fire watch following hot work operations?

Accepted Answer

To monitor the work area for smoldering fires for at least 30 minutes after hot work ends

Answer

Per NFPA 51B, a fire watch must monitor the area for at least 30 minutes after hot work ends because residual heat can cause smoldering fires to develop.

(SAF) Safety Assessment Federation Certification Practice Test

(SAF) Safety Assessment Federation Certification Practice Test

SAF Fire Safety & Prevention 3