Class A and B Fires
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What type of fires have live electrical currents or electrical equipment as a source of fuel?

  • Garbage fires
  • Class B fires
  • Class C fires (correct)
  • Class A fires
  • What is a characteristic of Class B fires?

  • They leave ash behind
  • They have a low flashpoint (correct)
  • They are typically found in residential settings
  • They have a high ignition temperature
  • What type of fires are commonly found in industrial settings?

  • Class A fires
  • Class B fires (correct)
  • Class C fires
  • All of the above
  • What is used to fight Class A fires?

    <p>Water and foam agents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of Class A fires?

    <p>They leave ash behind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should not be used to fight electrical fires?

    <p>Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of agent should be used to put out Class D fires involving combustible metal fuel sources?

    <p>Non-conductive chemical agent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary industry where Class D fires are most likely to occur?

    <p>Manufacturing and laboratory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the progression of a compartment fire, what stage comes after the growth stage?

    <p>Fully developed stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key aspect of a successful passive fire protection strategy?

    <p>Using fire-resistant construction materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of combustible metal that can cause Class D fires?

    <p>Copper</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a type of fire classification mentioned in the text?

    <p>Class E</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of Class A, B, and C fire testing?

    <p>To provide a level of fire protection to the roof deck</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical firefighting medium used in active fire protection systems?

    <p>Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the range of flame spread indices for Class B fires?

    <p>26-75</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary characteristic of a Class C fire test?

    <p>Light fire test exposure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a smoke development rating?

    <p>To determine the amount of smoke produced over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical range of flame spread indices for Class A fires?

    <p>0-25</p> Signup and view all the answers

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