by schumm.vernie
In the face of a fire emergency, knowing how to properly use a portable fire extinguisher can make all the difference. This quiz is designed to enhance your understanding of the types, uses, and maintenance of these crucial safety devices. Sharpen your skills and gain confidence in your fire safety knowledge.
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Portable Fire Extinguisher Quiz Questions Overview
1. What is the primary purpose of a portable fire extinguisher?
To prevent fires from starting
To extinguish small fires
To alert the fire department
To evacuate people
2. Which class of fire extinguisher is suitable for electrical fires?
Class A
Class B
Class C
Class D
3. What does the acronym PASS stand for in fire extinguisher use?
Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
Push, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
Pull, Adjust, Squeeze, Sweep
Push, Adjust, Squeeze, Sweep
4. Which type of fire extinguisher contains water as its primary extinguishing agent?
Class A
Class B
Class C
Class D
5. How often should portable fire extinguishers be inspected?
Monthly
Quarterly
Annually
Biannually
6. What color is a CO2 fire extinguisher typically marked with?
Red
Blue
Black
Yellow
7. Which type of fire extinguisher is best suited for flammable liquid fires?
Class A
Class B
Class C
Class D
8. What should you do if a fire extinguisher fails to put out a fire?
Try a different fire extinguisher
Call the fire department and evacuate
Throw water on the fire
Cover the fire with a blanket
9. What is the first step in using a fire extinguisher?
Aim the nozzle
Pull the pin
Squeeze the handle
Sweep the nozzle
10. Which fire extinguisher is most suitable for kitchen fires involving cooking oils and fats?
Class A
Class B
Class C
Class K
11. What is the recommended distance to stand from a fire when using a fire extinguisher?
1 foot
3 feet
6 feet
8 feet
12. How often should fire extinguishers be professionally serviced?
Every 6 months
Every year
Every 2 years
Every 5 years
13. Which fire extinguisher is suitable for fires involving metals like magnesium and titanium?
Class A
Class B
Class C
Class D
14. What is the main extinguishing agent in a dry chemical fire extinguisher?
Water
Carbon dioxide
Foam
Monoammonium phosphate
15. What is the maximum effective range of most portable fire extinguishers?
2-4 feet
5-8 feet
10-12 feet
15-20 feet
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