CAUSES OF FIRE AND FIRE EMERGENCY PROCEDURES P2

What is a fire action plan?

• A list of emergency contacts

• A written plan of actions to be taken in the event of a fire emergency

• A map of the building

• A schedule for fire drills

Which of the following is NOT a way that fire can spread?

• Direct burning

• Convection

• Evaporation

• Conduction

How does convection contribute to the spread of fire?

• By igniting other combustible materials directly

• By transferring heat through solid materials

• By circulating hot smoke that rises and spreads heat horizontally

• By transmitting heat through the air

Which material is most likely to spread fire through conduction?

• Wood

• Metal

• Plastic

• Glass

What is the primary role of fire doors in a fire action plan?

• To provide ventilation

• To prevent the spread of fire and smoke

• To serve as a decorative element

• To increase the building's value

Which of the following is an example of radiation in the context of fire spread?

• Heat travelling through metal beams

• Flames igniting nearby curtains

• Heat from a fire being transmitted through the air to other combustibles

• Smoke rising to the ceiling

What is the main purpose of escape routes in a fire action plan?

• To provide a path for firefighters

• To allow for quick evacuation of occupants

• To store emergency equipment

• To serve as a meeting point

Which of the following is NOT a control measure used in a fire action plan?

• Fire alarm

• Escape routes

• Fire extinguishers

• Air conditioning

What happens to hot smoke in an enclosed space during a fire?

• It sinks to the floor

• It rises and becomes trapped at the ceiling

• It dissipates immediately

• It cools down quickly

Which of the following is a key component of a fire action plan?

• A list of local restaurants

• A map of escape routes

• A schedule of office meetings

• A list of employee birthdays