FOURTH QUARTER TEST IN DISASTER READINESS & RISK REDUCTION

1. These are the three elements of a fire triangle, EXCEPT.

• A. Heat

• B. Fuel

• C. Oxygen

• D. Nitrogen

Which of the following measures remove the heating element in an occurrence of fire?

• Cover the fire with a damp cloth.

• Remove nearby flammable liquids

• Tackle the fire with a fire extinguisher.

• Wear a protective mask to avoid inhaling toxic fumes.

Which of the following is most likely to be a hazard during a fire?

• water

• smoke

• fire alarm

• temperature

Which element/s would be needed for a fire to ignite?

• fuel

• oxygen

• heat

• All of the above.

Which is the BEST thing to do when caught in a fire that is too large to fight?

• Run for your life.

• Press the fire alarm and call the fire department.

• Open the windows to drive the smoke out.

• Ensure that everyone vacates the room.

What does fire require to burn?

• flame

• fuel

• nitrogen

• smoke

Which of the following practices is NOT advised when you are cooking?

• Unplug cooking appliances after use.

• Keep flammable things away from the stovetop

• Carry the burning pot or pan to a different room.

• All of the above.

How can spontaneous combustion be prevented from occurring?

• Keep leaf piles, sawdust and other flammable materials outdoors.

• Store flammable materials in a cool and dry place.

• Wash oily rags before storing them.

• All of the above.

Why are candles considered a fire hazard?

• They ignite flammable things.

• The smell makes people dizzy.

• Hot wax will ignite things that it touches.

• All of the above.

Which of the following shows a proper practice in using electrical devices?

• The cord should be hung up when not in use.

• Avoid using faulty electrical equipment.

• Keep heating equipment at a good distance from each other.

• All of the above.