Safety & Emergency Fire Safety

Question 1

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 of the fire, Squeeze the handle, and Sweep side to side.

Question 2

What class of fire involves ordinary combustibles such as wood and paper?

Accepted Answer

Class A

Answer

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

Question 3

When evacuating a building during a fire, you should touch a door before opening it to check for what?

Accepted Answer

Heat

Answer

Touching the door checks for heat, which signals that fire or hot gases may be on the other side.

Question 4

How far should items be kept from a fire sprinkler head?

Accepted Answer

18 inches

Answer

NFPA 13 requires at least 18 inches of clearance below fire sprinkler heads to ensure proper spray patterns.

Question 5

What type of fire extinguisher is safe to use on electrical fires?

Accepted Answer

Class C (CO2)

Answer

Class C or CO2 extinguishers are non-conductive and safe for use on electrical fires.

Safety & Emergency Practice Test