Chapter 5: Fire Protection And Prevention Flashcards
For flammable and combustible liquids, only ______ containers and portable tanks shall be used for storage and handling of flammable and combustible liquids.
A. Approved
B. Identified
C. Listed
D. Marked
A. Approved
Portable fire extinguishers must be spaced not more than ______ apart so that the travel distance to one is not excessive.
A. 100’
B. 200’
C. 300’
D. 400’
A. 100’
The employer shall be responsible for the development and maintenance of an effective fire protection and prevention program at the jobsite throughout all phases of the construction, repair, alteration, or demolition work. The ______ is responsible for implementing the fire prevention and protection program on the specific jobsite.
A. General foreman
B. Foreman
C. Journeyman
D. Employee
D. Employee
Where a fire hazard is discovered, how much delay time is permitted by OSHA regulations before the necessary equipment is provided?
A. A maximum of 1 hour delay is permitted
B. A maximum of 1 day delay is permitted
C. A maximum of 1 week delay is permitted
D. No delay is permitted
D. No delay is permitted
“Fire resistant wall construction” means that a fire on one side of a wall will not spread to the other side of the wall for a period of time, and that this wall will not fail structurally.
True or False
True
A tank is said to be ______ if it has a liquid capacity not exceeding 60 gallons, and it is not intended for a fixed installation.
A. Mobile
B. Portable
C. Stationary
D. Transportable
B. Portable
If a temporary building is constructed and located within another building or structure, it is permitted to be combustible construction having a fire resistance of not less than ______.
A. 1/2 hour
B. 1 hour
C. 2 hours
D. This is not permitted
B. 1 hour
Approved safety cans or Department of Transportation-approved containers shall be used for the handling and use of flammable liquids in quantities of ______ or less.
A. 5 gallons
B. 10 gallons
C. 20 gallons
D. 60 gallons
A. 5 gallons
