Fire Hazards and Safety

Which of the following practices would prevent a fire?

• Store flammable materials properly.

• Unplug appliances when not in use.

• Regularly check electrical systems and machines.

• All of the above.

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 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.

What does PASS in fire extinguishers mean?

• peel, aim, sweep, shoot

• pull, aim, squeeze, sweep

• plunge, aim, shoot, sweep

• press, aim, squeeze, sweep

The fire alarm has been activated, what do you do?

• Wait for instruction

• Run

• Gather your belongings, then leave

• Make your way to the assembly point

Which one is NOT part of the fire triangle?

• Heat

• Fuel

• Water

• Oxygen

What does a fire need to survive?

• Fuel, Carbon dioxide & Heat

• Heat, Oxygen & Fire

• Oxygen, Heat & Fuel

• Water, Heat & Oxygen