PPE
If a fire breaks out
Fire Extinguisher Types
100

What type of shoes should be worn in the kitchen?

Slip resistant shoes

100

What is the first thing and employee should do when a fire breaks out?

Call the fire department

100

How many different classes of fire extinguishers are there?

4

200

Why should you use dry mitts and gloves?

Wet materials can conduct heat quickly and cause steam burns

200

Would should an employee do after they have called the fire department?

Begin evacuating staff and guests

200

This class of fire extinguisher should be used on wood, paper, cloth, cardboard, rubber, and many plastics. This type of fire most often occurs in food storage rooms, dining areas, restrooms, and garbage storage areas.

Class A Fire Extinguisher

300

What should you check for in protective clothing and equipment?

Any worn spots, defects, or any damage that would make the items less effective

300

What should an employee do to prevent the fire from escalating?

Turn off the gas valve

300

This class of fire extinguisher should be used on gases, grease, oil, shortening, and pressurized cans. This type of fire may occur in kitchens and maintenance areas.

Class B Fire Extinguisher

400

Why should dish washers not wear rubber or disposable gloves when handling hot items?

They can melt and burn hands

400

Where should an employee meet other employees?

At the preassigned meeting place

400

This class of fire extinguisher should be used around live electrical equipment, cords, circuits, motors, switches and wiring.

Class C Fire Extinguisher

500

What is required in some states when deep-fat frying?

Safety Glasses
500

What should an employee do once the fire department arrives?

Inform a firefighter if anyone is missing

500

This type of extinguisher should be used on fires that involve combustible cooking fluids such as oils and fats.

Class K Fire Extinguisher