Fire Truths
Class Is In
Multiple Flames
Sparky
Flaming Hot
100
TRUE/FALSE: You can extinguish any type of fire using water.
FALSE, water will actually make a oil/grease, flammable liquid fire worse
100
In what class is a fire on such items as paper, wood, or cloth?
Class A fire
100
How often should you replace the batteries in your smoke detectors?
Twice a year
100
What 3 things should you do if your clothing catches on fire?
Stop, drop, and roll
200
When using a fire extinguisher, you should always aim at the base of the fire.
TRUE, aiming at the middle of the fire could actually spread the fire further rather than extinguish it
200
In what class is a fire involving electrical items?
Class C fire
200
What should you do if you are the first one out of a burning building?
You should wait at the place you and your family decided upon. Never go back into the building!
200
What are 3 fire hazards that you might find in your house?
(there are many possible answers)
300
TRUE/FALSE: If you have lived in a building for years and you are familiar with where the exits are, it will be easy to escape in a fire situation.
False, smoke can make it so hard to see that finding your way out can be very difficult even if you do know your surroundings
300
In what class is a fire with a flammable liquid such as gasoline or grease?
Class B fire
300
Where should smoke detectors be attached in your house?
On or near the ceiling
300
How often should you test the batteries in your smoke detectors?
Once a month
400
TRUE/FALSE: Most fatalities cause from fires are related to the smoke produced by the fire.
TRUE, smoke kills more than heat and flames do
400
What class fire is a waste paper basket fire?
Class A fire
400
What are the 2 types of smoke detectors?
Battery-operated and hard-wired
400
What should every family plan for in case of a fire in their home?
An escape route/plan
500
TRUE/FALSE: If electrical equipment catches on fire, you should unplug it if possible.
TRUE: The first step to extinguish a energized electrical fire, is to de-energize the equipment
500
How many classes of fires are there?
5: Class A, B, C, D, and K
500
On which day of the year do most cooking fires occur?
Thanksgiving Day
500
What should you do if you cannot escape your room during a fire?
Place wet towels or blankets at the bottom of the door to keep smoke out and open a window.
500
How many classes of fires are there?
4: Class A, B, C, and D
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