Fire Extinguisher Classification and Hazards Quiz

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#1

Which of the following is NOT a hazard associated with fire extinguishers?

Corrosive chemicals
High pressure
Electric shock
Low temperature
2 answered
#2

What is the recommended distance to stand away from the fire while using a fire extinguisher?

10 feet (3 meters)
5 feet (1.5 meters)
20 feet (6 meters)
2 feet (0.6 meters)
1 answered
#3

What color is typically associated with a dry powder fire extinguisher?

Red
Yellow
Blue
White
1 answered
#4

What color is typically associated with a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher?

Red
Yellow
Blue
Black
1 answered
#5

What is the primary extinguishing agent in a water extinguisher?

Water
Foam
Carbon dioxide
Dry chemical
1 answered
#6

Which class of fire involves combustible metals like magnesium or titanium?

Class A
Class B
Class C
Class D
2 answered
#7

Which type of fire extinguisher is suitable for Class C fires?

Water extinguisher
Foam extinguisher
Carbon dioxide extinguisher
Dry powder extinguisher
2 answered
#8

Which type of fire extinguisher is effective for fires involving cooking oils or fats?

Water extinguisher
Foam extinguisher
Carbon dioxide extinguisher
Wet chemical extinguisher
2 answered
#9

Which type of fire extinguisher is NOT suitable for electrical fires?

Water extinguisher
Foam extinguisher
Carbon dioxide extinguisher
Dry powder extinguisher
1 answered
#10

What is the recommended frequency for inspecting fire extinguishers?

Every month
Every 6 months
Every year
Every 3 years
1 answered
#11

Which type of fire extinguisher is typically used for flammable liquids such as gasoline or oil?

Water extinguisher
Foam extinguisher
Carbon dioxide extinguisher
Dry chemical extinguisher
1 answered
#12

What does the acronym PASS stand for in relation to using a fire extinguisher?

Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
Push, Activate, Spray, Stop
Point, Aim, Squeeze, Stop
Pull, Activate, Spray, Sweep
1 answered
#13

What is the purpose of the safety pin on a fire extinguisher?

To indicate the pressure level
To prevent accidental discharge
To lock the trigger
To activate the extinguishing agent
1 answered
#14

What does the acronym RACE stand for in fire safety?

Rescue, Alarm, Contain, Extinguish
Run, Alert, Call, Exit
Respond, Activate, Control, Evacuate
Raise, Assess, Communicate, Evacuate
1 answered
#15

Which of the following is a type of fire extinguishing agent used in Halon fire extinguishers?

Water
Carbon dioxide
Dry chemical
Bromochlorodifluoromethane
1 answered
#16

What is the primary hazard associated with Halon fire extinguishers?

Corrosion
Toxicity
Freezing
Explosion
1 answered
#17

What is the primary hazard associated with using a carbon dioxide extinguisher?

Corrosion
Toxicity
Electric shock
Freezing
1 answered

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