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Fire Safety Quiz

15 Questions•

Test your knowledge of fire safety procedures, fire extinguisher use, and emergency evacuation protocols. This comprehensive quiz covers essential fire safety practices for the workplace.

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What is the primary purpose of a fire extinguisher?

To start fires for testing

To extinguish small fires and prevent them from spreading

To create smoke for evacuation drills

To warm up the workplace

What does the acronym PASS stand for when using a fire extinguisher?

Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

Push, Activate, Spray, Stop

Press, Aim, Shoot, Stop

Pull, Activate, Squeeze, Stop

What is the most important action to take when a fire alarm sounds?

Continue working until you see smoke

Immediately evacuate the building using the nearest exit

Call your supervisor first

Gather your personal belongings

You should use an elevator during a fire evacuation.

True

False

What type of fire extinguisher is most effective for electrical fires?

Water-based extinguisher

CO2 (Carbon Dioxide) extinguisher

Foam extinguisher

Any type will work

What should you do if your clothing catches on fire?

Run to the nearest water source

Stop, Drop, and Roll

Remove the clothing immediately

Call for help and wait

What is the minimum distance you should maintain from a fire when using a fire extinguisher?

1-2 feet

3-5 feet

6-8 feet

10-15 feet

Fire drills should be conducted regularly to ensure everyone knows evacuation procedures.

True

False

What is the primary cause of workplace fires?

Electrical equipment and wiring

Cooking equipment

Smoking materials

All of the above

What should you do if you discover a fire that you cannot safely extinguish?

Try to extinguish it anyway

Activate the fire alarm and evacuate immediately

Hide the fire from others

Wait for someone else to notice

Fire extinguishers can be used on any type of fire.

What should be done if a fire alarm sounds?

Ignore it

Evacuate immediately following emergency procedures

Continue working

Check if it's a drill first

What is the primary purpose of fire prevention?

To save money

To eliminate fire hazards and prevent fires from starting

To reduce insurance costs

To meet regulations

What should be done if a fire alarm sounds?

Ignore it

Evacuate immediately following emergency procedures

Continue working

Check if it's a drill first