Fire Stages Quiz

What is the first stage of a fire according to NFPA classifications?

• Fully Developed

• Decay

• Fire Growth

• Ignition (Incipient)

Which of the following is a characteristic of an incipient fire?

• High heat emission

• Large flames

• Rapid spread

• Smoke allows room visibility

What can extinguish or control an incipient fire?

• Fire trucks

• Fire extinguishers only

• Water hoses

• Portable fire fighting equipment

In which stage of fire are flames small and localized?

• Fully Developed

• Ignition (Incipient)

• Fire Growth

• Decay

What is the heat emission level of an incipient fire compared to later stages?

• Variable

• High

• Moderate

• Low