Fire Hazards and Safety Procedures Quiz

What is a potential fire hazard in an office setting?

• Electrical equipment

• Plants

• Office furniture

• Paper documents

What should you do if you notice a heater placed close to paper files?

• Turn off the heater.

• Move the paper files away from the heater.

• Ignore the situation.

• Spray water on the paper files.

Why is it important to have a window exit in case of a fire?

• To provide an alternative escape route when the main exit is blocked or inaccessible.

• To improve ventilation in the room.

• To provide a view of the outside.

• To allow more natural light into the room.

Why is it dangerous to have an electrical cord under a rug?

• It can cause the cord to overheat and potentially start a fire.

• It can cause the rug to wear down faster and become less durable.

• It can cause the cord to become tangled and difficult to untangle.

• It can cause the rug to become electrified and shock anyone who touches it.

What can happen if cloth is placed on a lamp?

• Melting of cloth

• Smoke emission

• Fire hazard

• Electric shock

Why is it unsafe to have too many plugs in an electrical outlet?

• Causing a power outage

• Reducing the voltage in the circuit

• Overloading the circuit and causing overheating

• Increasing the risk of electrical shock

What should be included in an escape plan?

• Emergency lighting, battery-powered radio, important documents

• Designated meeting place, evacuation route, emergency exits, communication plan

• Fire extinguisher, smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors

• Emergency supplies, first aid kit, emergency contact information

What is the purpose of a fire escape?

• To provide a place for smokers to take a break.

• To serve as a storage area for flammable materials.

• To add aesthetic value to the building.

• To provide a safe exit route in case of a fire or emergency.

Where should a fire extinguisher be located?

• In the bedroom closet

• Near exits or in high-risk areas

• In the bathroom

• In the kitchen pantry

Why is it important to have a smoke alarm in a building?

• To detect smoke and provide early warning of a fire

• To keep the building warm during winter

• To prevent burglaries

• To provide lighting during a power outage