Fire Extinguisher Safety Quiz

What is the first step in using a fire extinguisher?

• Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire

• Pull the pin

• Squeeze the handle

• Sweep from side to side

Where should fire extinguishers be placed in a building?

• In a locked cabinet

• Near exits and accessible areas

• In the basement

• In the attic

What does the acronym PASS stand for in the context of using a fire extinguisher?

• Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

• Push, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

• Pull, Adjust, Squeeze, Sweep

• Push, Adjust, Squeeze, Sweep

Which type of fire extinguisher is suitable for electrical fires?

• Water

• Foam

• Carbon Dioxide

• Dry Powder

How often should fire extinguishers be inspected?

• Every month

• Every six months

• Annually

• Every two years

What should you do if a fire extinguisher is not working during an emergency?

• Try to fix it

• Use water instead

• Evacuate immediately and call for help

• Wait for it to start working

Which of the following is NOT a part of emergency response procedures?

• Sound the alarm

• Call emergency services

• Return to the building to retrieve belongings

• Evacuate the building

What is the primary purpose of a fire extinguisher?

• To prevent fires from starting

• To extinguish small fires

• To replace the need for a fire department

• To clean up after a fire

When aiming a fire extinguisher, where should you direct the nozzle?

• At the flames

• At the base of the fire

• Above the fire

• Away from the fire

What should you do after using a fire extinguisher?

• Leave it on the floor

• Return it to its place

• Have it recharged or replaced

• Throw it away