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
True or false: Fires are always started by humans
False: Malfunctions in tech can do the same
True or False: Outlets are the leading cause of dryer fires
False (lint)
Where should you aim the fire extinguisher?
At the base of the fire.
If you get burned, what is the best way to cool it?
For 1st and 2nd degree burns, cool water and/or ointment will work but for 3rd degree burns medical attention is needed.
What is a way to prevent sparks from outlets?
Install circuit breaker technologies
What is the most common way house fires start?
Cooking (stoves)
What method should you use when using a fire extinguisher?
You use the PASS method
PULL
AIM
SQUEEZE
SWEEP
What is a bag full of medical appliances and other essential supplies called?
Survival kit or Go Bag
What can play a massive role in preventing house fires (prevents faulty connections)
Arc-Fault Circuit
What are the 3 main components that start a fire?
Oxygen, Heat, Fuel
How many types of fires and fire extinguishers
4 different types
How long should a well-stocked kit last
3 days
What is a technology that also prevents sparks/shocks?
AFCI-GFCI
Fill in the blanks: “Many people do not know that _______ ______ __________ _______ __ increases the risk of fires.”
leaving unused appliances plugged in
What Class of fire involves burning wood
Class A fire
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
What is the name of the battery that should be rid of?
Lithium ion batteries
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
In the kitchen