Safety & Emergency Fire Safety 2

Question 1

How often should smoke detectors be tested?

Accepted Answer

Monthly

Answer

The NFPA recommends testing smoke alarms at least once a month to ensure they are working properly.

Question 2

What should you do if your clothes catch on fire?

Accepted Answer

Stop, drop, and roll

Answer

Stopping, dropping to the ground, and rolling smothers flames by cutting off the oxygen supply.

Question 3

Which class of fire involves flammable liquids such as gasoline or oil?

Accepted Answer

Class B

Answer

Class B fires involve flammable and combustible liquids such as gasoline, oil, grease, and solvents.

Question 4

How should you exit a smoke-filled room?

Accepted Answer

Crawl low under the smoke

Answer

Smoke and toxic gases rise, so crawling low keeps you in cleaner, cooler air near the floor.

Question 5

What is the recommended replacement interval for a smoke detector unit?

Accepted Answer

Every 10 years

Answer

Smoke detectors should be replaced every 10 years as sensors degrade and lose sensitivity over time.

Safety & Emergency Practice Test