Portable Fire Extinguisher Quiz

What should you do before attempting to extinguish a fire?

• Call the fire department

• Ensure the fire is small enough

• Grab the nearest extinguisher

• Use water on the fire

Which organization regulates the use of portable fire extinguishers in the workplace?

• FEMA

• OSHA

• CDC

• EPA

What does the acronym PASS stand for in fire extinguisher use?

• Pull, Aim, Spray, Sweep

• Push, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

• Push, Aim, Spray, Sweep

• Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

What type of fire is a portable fire extinguisher intended to be used on?

• Electrical fires only

• Incipient stage fires

• Large fires

• Any type of fire

What should you do if the fire is too large to handle?

• Evacuate the area

• Wait for it to burn out

• Use a larger extinguisher

• Try to extinguish it anyway

Which class of fire extinguisher is suitable for ordinary combustibles like wood and paper?

• Class A

• Class C

• Class B

• Class D

What is a Class B fire extinguisher used for?

• Flammable liquids

• Ordinary combustibles

• Electrical fires

• Combustible metals

What should you do if you are not comfortable using a fire extinguisher?

• Try to use it anyway

• Evacuate immediately

• Call for help

• Wait for someone else to arrive

What is the first step in the PASS method?

• Aim

• Sweep

• Pull

• Squeeze

What type of fire extinguisher is designed for kitchen fires involving oils?

• Class C

• Class K

• Class B

• Class A