SAF Fire Safety & Prevention

Question 1

What class of fire involves ordinary combustible materials such as wood, paper, and cloth?

Accepted Answer

Class A

Answer

Class A fires involve ordinary solid combustibles like wood, paper, cloth, and trash.

Question 2

Which type of fire extinguisher is safe to use on energized electrical equipment?

Accepted Answer

Carbon dioxide (CO2) extinguisher

Answer

CO2 extinguishers are non-conductive and leave no residue, making them safe for energized electrical (Class C) fires.

Question 3

In fire emergency procedures, what does the 'R' in the RACE acronym stand for?

Accepted Answer

Rescue persons in immediate danger

Answer

RACE stands for Rescue, Alarm, Confine, and Extinguish/Evacuate — the first priority is rescuing persons in immediate danger.

Question 4

According to NFPA 10, how frequently must portable fire extinguishers receive a visual inspection?

Accepted Answer

Monthly

Answer

NFPA 10 requires a monthly visual inspection of portable fire extinguishers to confirm they remain in operable condition.

Question 5

What is the primary purpose of an automatic fire sprinkler system?

Accepted Answer

To suppress or control fire growth until firefighters arrive

Answer

Automatic sprinkler systems suppress or control fire growth, limiting damage and providing time for safe evacuation.

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