Fire

Question 1

List the steps for the Fire procedure

Answer 1

1. Remove the residents from the area of immediate danger.
2. Activate the fire alarm.
3. Close doors and windows to contain the fire.
4. Extinguish the fire with the fire extinguisher, if possible.
5. Follow all facility policies.

Question 2

What is the rationale for step “1. Remove the residents from the area of immediate danger.”?

Answer 2

Residents may be confused, frightened, or unable to help themselves.

Question 3

What is the rationale for step “2. Activate the fire alarm. “?

Answer 3

This alerts the entire facility of the danger.

Question 4

What is the rationale for step “3. Close doors and windows to contain the fire.”?

Answer 4

Prevents drafts that could spread the fire.

Question 5

What is the rationale for step “4. Extinguish the fire with the fire extinguisher, if possible.”?

Answer 5

Prevents the fire from spreading.

Question 6

What is the rationale for step “5. Follow all facility policies.”?

Answer 6

Facilities have different methods of responding to emergencies. You need to follow the procedures for your facility.