#1
What is the most common cause of fires in residential buildings?
Cooking incidents
ExplanationUnintentional cooking activities lead to most residential fires.
#2
Which type of fire extinguisher is suitable for use on fires involving flammable liquids?
Class B extinguisher
ExplanationClass B extinguishers are designed for flammable liquids like gasoline or oil.
#3
What is the purpose of a fire safety inspection?
To identify potential fire hazards and ensure compliance with regulations
ExplanationInspections aim to find fire risks and ensure adherence to safety regulations.
#4
Which of the following is NOT a recommended action during a fire evacuation?
Using elevators
ExplanationElevators should not be used during a fire evacuation due to the risk of becoming trapped.
#5
What is the purpose of a fire safety drill?
To practice emergency response procedures
ExplanationFire drills help people practice what to do in case of a fire.
#6
Which type of fire extinguisher is suitable for use on electrical fires?
Class C extinguisher
ExplanationClass C extinguishers are safe to use on electrical fires.
#7
What is the recommended method for extinguishing a grease fire in a pan?
Covering the pan with a metal lid
ExplanationCovering the pan with a metal lid cuts off the fire's oxygen supply.
#8
What does the 'RACE' acronym stand for in fire safety?
Rescue, Alarm, Confine, Extinguish
ExplanationRACE stands for Rescue, Alarm, Confine, Extinguish, a standard response protocol.
#9
What is the purpose of a fire tetrahedron in fire science?
To identify the elements required for a fire to occur
ExplanationThe fire tetrahedron illustrates the four elements necessary for fire: heat, fuel, oxygen, and a chemical chain reaction.
#10
What is the purpose of a fire safety plan?
To provide guidance on how to respond in the event of a fire
ExplanationFire safety plans outline actions to take in case of fire.
#11
What is the primary purpose of fire suppression systems?
To extinguish fires
ExplanationFire suppression systems are designed to put out fires.
#12
What does the 'PASS' acronym stand for when using a fire extinguisher?
Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
ExplanationPASS stands for Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep, the steps for using a fire extinguisher.
#13
Which type of fire is caused by combustible metals such as magnesium or titanium?
Class D fire
ExplanationClass D fires involve combustible metals.
#14
What is the primary purpose of a fire blanket?
To smother small fires
ExplanationFire blankets are used to extinguish small fires by smothering them.
#15
Which of the following is a characteristic of a Class D fire?
Involves combustible metals
ExplanationClass D fires involve combustible metals such as magnesium or titanium.
#16
Which of the following is a characteristic of a Class K fire?
Involves cooking oils and fats
ExplanationClass K fires involve cooking oils and fats, commonly found in kitchens.
#17
What is the primary purpose of a fire safety officer?
To educate individuals on fire safety practices
ExplanationFire safety officers inform and educate people about fire safety.
#18
What is the primary function of a fire brigade?
To provide emergency response during fires
ExplanationFire brigades respond to fires and provide emergency assistance.
#19
What is the purpose of a fire risk assessment?
To identify and evaluate fire hazards
ExplanationFire risk assessments analyze potential hazards to prevent fire incidents.