Group 4 Flashcards
Preventing occurrence of destructive fire or reduce likelihood of destructive fire.
Fire Prevention
Extinguishing unwanted/ uncontrolled destructive fire.
Fire Suppression
It is frequently referred to as “rapid oxidation with the evolution of light and heat.”
Fire
Preparing persons in the eventuality of a fire emergency.
Fire Emergency Preparedness
Is the lowest temperature at w/c fuel gives off flammable vapors.
Flash Point
Is a chemical reaction between a flammable or combustible material and oxygen.
Fire
Is the chemical union of heat, fuel and oxygen produced in the proper proportions.
Fire
Any material that will burn.
Fuel
A material having a flashpoint below 100°F (37.8°C).
Flammable Material
A material having a flashpoint at or above 100°F (37.8°C).
Combustible Material
A substance with low flashpoint or a substance with a high flashpoint?
Low Flashpoint
Normally, air is ____ oxygen and ____ nitrogen.
21%; 78%
An administrative control of controlling fire hazards
Hot Work Permit
Minimum oxygen content before a fire will go out due to lack of oxygen
16%
Classes of Fire: Ordinary Combustibles
Class A