SIA CCTV Health & Safety 2

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a fire risk assessment in a workplace?

Accepted Answer

To identify fire hazards and evaluate the risk to people in the building

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To calculate the potential cost of fire damage to equipment and property

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To determine how quickly the fire brigade will respond to an alarm

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To establish the age and condition of fire suppression systems

Question 2

In the event of a fire alarm activating in a CCTV control room, what should the operator do FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Follow the building's fire evacuation procedure immediately

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Continue monitoring screens to try to identify the source of the fire

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Call the police to report a potential fire

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Shut down all CCTV recording equipment before leaving

Question 3

What does the 'fire triangle' concept refer to?

Accepted Answer

The three elements needed to sustain a fire: fuel, heat, and oxygen

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The three fire exits required in all commercial premises by law

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The triangular search pattern used by fire crews inside a building

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The three categories of fire extinguisher approved for commercial use in the UK

Question 4

Which colour fire extinguisher is safe and appropriate for use on a fire involving live electrical equipment in the UK?

Accepted Answer

Black (CO2)

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Red (water)

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Cream (foam)

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Blue (dry powder)

Question 5

What is a 'muster point' (also called an assembly point)?

Accepted Answer

A designated safe area outside a building where staff assemble after evacuation

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A secure room where staff shelter during a security lockdown

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A location inside the building where fire extinguishers are stored

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The control room used to coordinate emergency management operations

Question 6

If a CCTV operator observes a fire breaking out on camera within the premises, what is the most appropriate immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Alert the control room supervisor immediately and use CCTV to support the evacuation

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Leave the control room immediately to investigate the situation at close range

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Wait to confirm it is definitely a real fire before taking any action

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Contact the building's maintenance team to deal with the fire

Question 7

Who is legally responsible for ensuring that fire evacuation drills are carried out in a workplace?

Accepted Answer

The employer or building management

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Individual employees who are designated fire wardens

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The local fire and rescue service

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The Health and Safety Executive (HSE)