Prevention of injuries
How many levels of burns are there (name at least 1 as well)
3 levels of burns, 1st degree, 2nd degree and 3rd degree being the worst
If you catch fire you should
STOP, DROP, and ROLL
True or False: Outlets are the leading cause of dryer fires
False (lint)
What are the 3 most common types of fire extinguishers?
High pressurized water, CO2 (carbon dioxide), and dry chemicals
If you get burned, what is the best way to cool it?
Cool water either almost directly applied or indirectly such as an item similar to a cloth
If you see or accidentally start a house fire the first thing you should do is stay calm and then _______
Call 911 and tell an adult
What is the most common way house fires start?
Cooking (stoves)
What type of extinguisher should you use for a paper fire?
Class: A
How long should a well-stocked kit last
3 days
If you see smoke trying to infiltrate a room you should ___________
Cover the gap underneath the door with towels or other cloths
What are the 3 main components that start a fire?
Oxygen, Heat, Fuel
Where should you aim the fire extinguisher when putting out a fire
At the base of the fire to put out the fuel source
What is a bag full of medical appliances and other essential supplies called?
Survival kit or Go Bag
Before opening a door during a house fire you should ______________ to see if it’s hot or cold
Touch the door handle with the back of your hand
Fill in the blanks: “Many people do not know that _______ ______ __________ _______ __ increases the risk of fires.”
leaving unused appliances plugged in
When using a fire extinguisher you use the PASS method, what does “PASS” stand for?
Pull: Pull the pin to release the handle and allow the extinguisher to be used
Aim: Point the nozzle at the base of the fire to hit the fuel source
Squeeze: Squeeze the handle or lever to release the extinguishing agent
Sweep: Sweep the nozzle back and forth across the base of the fire until it's out
List at least 3 items that would be beneficial to include in a survival kit?
Flashlight, extra batteries, extra cellphone charger, duct tape, plastic sheeting for making a shelter, utility knife, or a hand-crank radio. Matches, paper, pencil, food, water, medicine, clothes
If smoke seeps into a room you should _____________ and cover your face while crawling to safety
wet a cloth
Stefanie’s house had a fire, even though she doesn’t smoke, unplugged all of her appliances, and removed lint. What most likely caused the fire?
Objects near flammable items
What are the classes of fires
Class A:Burning wood, cloth, and paper ,Class B: Burning flammable liquids like oil or grease, Class C: fires involving live electrical equipment and Class D: fires involving combustible materials