Fire Extinguishers Flashcards
If a private residence has a single fire extinguisher, where should it be located?
Kitchen
What is the advantage of portable fire extinguishers over hose lines?
Faster deployment
Which class of fire includes cloth?
A
What is the most commonly used extinguishing agent for Class A fires?
Water
Which extinguishing agent is suitable for use on a Class C fire?
Carbon Dioxide
The traditional symbol for a Class D fire extinguisher is a(n)
Yellow Star
Which class of fire extinguisher includes a number in its classification?
A
A Class C extinguisher is rated for use on ___.
energized electrical equipment
Which statement about the numerical rating of a Class K extinguisher is correct?
A) There is no numerical rating for a Class K extinguisher
B) The numerical rating indicates the relative extinguishing power of the agent
C) The numerical rating indicates the relative duration of the agent
D) A numerical rating is required for commercial hood systems
A) There is no numerical rating for a Class K extinguisher
What residue does a CO2 fire extinguisher leave when discharged?
None
In general, the maximum reach of a CO2 extinguisher is __ feet.
8
What is the difference between dry powder and dry chemical extinguishing agents?
Each is rated for a different class of fire.
Which agent is approved for use in a Class K system?
Wet Chemical
What is used to pressurize a stored-pressure water extinguisher?
Compressed Air
Class D agents work primarily by ___.
forming a crust over the fuel