Section R NFPA 10

Question 1

R-1.
(NFPA 10 – Section 6.1.3.10.4)
In accordance with NFPA 10, fire extinguishers installed in closed cabinets that are exposed to elevated temperatures require:
a) That the room / area they are located in be air conditioned
b) Sprinklers in the immediate area
c) The cabinets be provided with screened openings and drains
d) Temperature resistant cabinets

Answer 1

c) The cabinets be provided with screened openings and drains

Question 2

R-2.
(NFPA 10 - Section 5.5.5)
In accordance with NFPA 10, Class K fires are fires in cooking appliances that involve:
a) Sodium 
b) Combustible cooking media
c) Energized electrical equipment
d) Solvents

Answer 2

b) Combustible cooking media

Question 3

R-3.
(NFPA 10 - Section 6.5.2 Installations for Class D Hazards)
In accordance with NFPA 10, fire extinguishers shall be located not more than travel distance from a Class D hazard.
a) 25 m
b) 23 m
c) 15 m
d) Not applicable

Answer 3

a) 25 m

Question 4

R-4.
(NFPA 10 - Section 7.3.6.3)
In accordance with NFPA 10, non-rechargeable fire extinguishers shall not be but shall be removed from service at a maximum interval of 12 years from the date of manufacture.
a) Subjected to 6 year maintenance 
b) Hydrostatically tested
c) Verified
d) Recharged annually

Answer 4

b) Hydrostatically tested

Question 5

R-5.
(NFPA 10 – Section 7.3.1)
In accordance with NFPA 10, maintenance procedures shall include a thorough examination of the basic elements of a fire extinguisher which includes:
a) Tags or labels
b) Recharge lubricants
c) Mechanical parts of all fire extinguishers
d) Pump tanks

Answer 5

c) Mechanical parts of all fire extinguishers