Fire Quiz 3

What should you do if a fire extinguisher becomes empty whilst you are fighting a fire?

• Look for another extinguisher of the same type

• Look for any other extinguisher

• Remove yourself and everyone else from the risk

Fires should only be tackled if they are smaller than...

• A dustbin

• A skip

• A waste paper basket

Water fire extinguishers should be used on fires that contain…

• Flammable gases

• Flammable liquids or liquefiable solids

• Solid combustible materials

Ignition of spilled flammable liquids can be prevented by spraying with a foam extinguisher.

• True

• False

Carbon Dioxide extinguishers work by…

• Removing oxygen

• Cooling

• Removing fuel

Which acronym can help you to remember the correct use of fire extinguishers?

• PASS

• TASK

• SWAP

What does the ‘A’ stand for in the extinguisher usage acronym?

• Ask for help

• Aim the nozzle

• Alert those around you

Before approaching a fire, should you test the fire extinguisher?

• Yes, it’s important to test the extinguisher

• No, it’s important not to waste time