Fire Safety Quizz

What does the acronym "PASS" stand for when using a fire extinguisher?

• a)     Press, Aim, Spray, Squeeze.

• b) Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

• c)     Point, Activate, Shoot, Shout

• d)     Prevent, Assess, Suppress, Secure.

  What type of fire extinguisher is suitable for extinguishing electrical fires?

• a)     Water extinguisher

• b) Foam extinguisher

• c) Carbon dioxide (CO2) extinguisher

• d) Powder extinguisher

Which type of evacuation is this? “Evacuating from to a safe area in the same floor”.

• a)   Vertical Evacuation

• b)   Horizontal Evacuation

• c)   Total Evacuation

• d) Parallel evacuation

  How you activate the fire alarm?

• a)  By dialing 333

• b)  By braking MCP (Manual Call Point)

• c)    By calling the engineering department

• d)   By dialing 999

The inspection, testing and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers is performed at least on a quarterly basis. The record of testing is maintained with the engineering department.

• True

• False

What is the number you dial in case of fire?

Answer explanation

333

What is your immediate response during fire?

Answer explanation

RACE

   How a fire extinguisher should be operated in case of fire?

• Aim at the top of the flames, pull the pin, squeeze the handle, and sweep in a circular motion.

• Pull the pin, aim low to the base of fire, squeeze the handle, sweep from side to side

• Squeeze the handle, aim at the nearest wall, pull the pin and sweep from side to side.

• Aim at the ceiling, pull the pin, squeeze the handle, and sweep in an upward motion.

How many types of fire extinguishers do you have in the MSW?

Answer explanation

Two types

Where is the oxygen cut off valve located in your ward?

Answer explanation

Facing the main nursing station