Understanding Fire Safety Essentials

What are the three elements of the Fire Triangle?

• Oxygen, Fuel, Heat

• Carbon Dioxide, Fuel, Heat

• Oxygen, Water, Heat

• Fuel, Water, Heat

Which type of fire extinguisher is suitable for electrical fires?

• Water

• Foam

• CO2

• Wet Chemical

What is the primary cause of fire in a welding workshop?

• Overheating of electrical equipment

• Spontaneous combustion

• Sparks from welding

• Chemical reactions

What colour band does a water fire extinguisher have?

• Red

• Blue

• Black

• Cream

Which type of fire extinguisher is identified by a blue band?

• Water

• Foam

• Powder

• CO2

What is the main function of a fire extinguisher?

• To cool down the fire

• To remove oxygen from the fire

• To remove fuel from the fire

• To remove heat from the fire

Which type of fire extinguisher is best for cooking oil fires?

• Water

• Foam

• CO2

• Wet Chemical

What is the colour band for a foam fire extinguisher?

• Red

• Blue

• Black

• Cream

Which of the following is NOT a component of the Fire Triangle?

• Heat

• Fuel

• Water

• Oxygen

What type of fire extinguisher is suitable for Class A fires?

• Water

• CO2

• Powder

• Wet Chemical