Fire Prevention

Who gives advice on fire prevention and safety?

What can humans do to prevent wildfires?

• Watch their camp fires.

• Follow laws when burning debris at home.

• Keep up with maintenance of lawnmowers and automobiles.

• All of the above.

What is the primary purpose of a fire extinguisher?

• To cool down a fire

• To remove oxygen from a fire

• To prevent a fire from spreading

• To extinguish a fire

Which of the following is a common cause of house fires?

• Overloaded electrical circuits

• Properly maintained heating systems

• Regularly cleaned chimneys

• Fire-resistant building materials

What should you do if your clothes catch on fire?

• Run to find help

• Stop, drop, and roll

• Jump into a pool

• Wave your arms to signal for help

Which of the following is a fire prevention measure in homes?

• Installing smoke alarms

• Using candles frequently

• Storing flammable liquids in the kitchen

• Leaving cooking unattended

What is the role of a fire marshal?

• To investigate the cause of fires

• To sell fire insurance

• To build fire stations

• To manufacture fire extinguishers

Which type of fire extinguisher is used for electrical fires?

• Water-based extinguisher

• Foam extinguisher

• CO2 extinguisher

• Wet chemical extinguisher

What is a firebreak and how does it help in fire prevention?

• A tool to extinguish fires

• A gap in vegetation to stop fire spread

• A type of fire-resistant clothing

• A chemical used to douse fires

Why is it important to have an emergency evacuation plan?

• To ensure everyone knows how to escape safely

• To increase panic during a fire

• To make fire drills unnecessary

• To avoid calling the fire department