Group 4 Flashcards

1
Q

Preventing occurrence of destructive fire or reduce likelihood of destructive fire.

A

Fire Prevention

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2
Q

Extinguishing unwanted/ uncontrolled destructive fire.

A

Fire Suppression

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3
Q

It is frequently referred to as “rapid oxidation with the evolution of light and heat.”

A

Fire

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4
Q

Preparing persons in the eventuality of a fire emergency.

A

Fire Emergency Preparedness

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4
Q

Is the lowest temperature at w/c fuel gives off flammable vapors.

A

Flash Point

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4
Q

Is a chemical reaction between a flammable or combustible material and oxygen.

A

Fire

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5
Q

Is the chemical union of heat, fuel and oxygen produced in the proper proportions.

A

Fire

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5
Q

Any material that will burn.

A

Fuel

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6
Q

A material having a flashpoint below 100°F (37.8°C).

A

Flammable Material

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7
Q

A material having a flashpoint at or above 100°F (37.8°C).

A

Combustible Material

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8
Q

A substance with low flashpoint or a substance with a high flashpoint?

A

Low Flashpoint

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9
Q

Normally, air is ____ oxygen and ____ nitrogen.

A

21%; 78%

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9
Q

An administrative control of controlling fire hazards

A

Hot Work Permit

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9
Q

Minimum oxygen content before a fire will go out due to lack of oxygen

A

16%

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10
Q

Classes of Fire: Ordinary Combustibles

A

Class A

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10
Q

Classes of Fire: Surface Fire

A

Class B

11
Q

Classes of Fire: Electrical Fire

A

Class C

12
Q

Classes of Fire: Combustible Metals

A

Class D

12
Q

Classes of Fire: Kitchen Fires

A

Class K

13
Q

Transfer of heat from molecule to molecule

A

Conduction

13
Q

Caused by movement of heat gasses produced by any burning material

A

Convection

13
Q

Distance away from the fire when using a fire extinguisher

A

6-8 feet

13
Q

Transfer of heat rays in straight rays

A

Radiation

13
Q

How to use a Fire Extinguisher?

A

PASS