Emergency Response Factors Quiz
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What is one of the lesson objectives of the presentation?

  • Recognizing benefits of an Emergency Action Plan (correct)
  • Understanding the causes of workplace incidents
  • Identifying the best fire extinguisher for industrial use
  • Reviewing the history of the National Archives

When might evacuation actions be necessary in an emergency situation?

  • In the event of fires or explosions (correct)
  • During a company picnic
  • During routine maintenance tasks
  • When setting up a new workstation

What is one condition under which shelter-in-place may be necessary in an emergency situation?

  • A team-building exercise
  • A routine staff meeting
  • An annual performance review
  • A chemical spill or release (correct)

What is one characteristic of an effective emergency escape route?

<p>Clear and unobstructed pathways (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many types of fire extinguishers are recognized in the presentation?

<p>Five (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the review requirements for portable fire extinguishers according to the presentation?

<p>Annual inspection and maintenance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an Emergency Action Plan (EAP)?

<p>To organize employer and employee actions during workplace emergencies. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the required elements of an Emergency Action Plan?

<p>Means of reporting, evacuation procedures, and emergency escape routes. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must a Fire Prevention Plan (FPP) include?

<p>Lists of all major fire hazards and procedures for controlling flammable wastes. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the four elements required for a fire to occur?

<p>Oxygen, ignition source, fuel, and chemical reaction. (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered an ignition source for fires?

<p>Hot surfaces and electrical sparks. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of tasks that require fire protection?

<p>Dispensing flammables and handling flammable wastes. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should flammable hazards be handled?

<p>By practicing good housekeeping and keeping containers closed when not in use. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does PPE stand for in the context of fire protection equipment?

<p>Personal Protective Equipment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions may workplace evacuation be required?

<p>For natural emergencies like earthquakes. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an Emergency Action Plan (EAP)?

<p>To organize employer and employee actions during workplace emergencies. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should flammable hazards be handled?

<p>By practicing good housekeeping and keeping containers closed when not in use. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does PPE stand for in the context of fire protection equipment?

<p>Personal Protective Equipment (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a dry chemical extinguisher?

<p>To separate fuel from oxygen (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fire is a Class K extinguisher designed for?

<p>Kitchen fires (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action if a fire progresses beyond the incipient stage?

<p>Evacuate immediately (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a water or air-pressurized water (APW) extinguisher?

<p>Cool the surface to remove the heat (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fire is a Carbon Dioxide (CO2) extinguisher designed for?

<p>Flammable liquids and gases (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the P.A.S.S. technique when using a fire extinguisher?

<p>To aim at base of fire (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done prior to using a Class K extinguisher for kitchen fires?

<p>Use only after electrical power to appliance has been shut off (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of fire is a Dry Chemical extinguisher (Multi-purpose) NOT suitable for?

<p>Kitchen fires (Class K) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a Carbon Dioxide (CO2) extinguisher?

<p>Displace/remove oxygen (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended action if a fire progresses beyond the incipient stage?

<p>Evacuate immediately if necessary (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the P.A.S.S. technique when using a fire extinguisher?

<p>Aim at base of fire (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a water or air-pressurized water (APW) extinguisher?

<p>Cool the surface to remove the heat (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of emergency evacuation, what is the primary purpose of a designated assembly area?

<p>To provide a safe location for employees to gather after evacuating (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During a fire emergency, what is the recommended course of action for employees not authorized to fight the fire?

<p>Evacuate immediately (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration when determining whether employees should shelter in place during an emergency?

<p>Instructions from local authorities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of an exit route in the context of emergency escape?

<p>To ensure continuous and unobstructed travel to safety (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for indicating the location of fire extinguishers on evacuation maps?

<p>To assist designated employees in fighting fires (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of emergency evacuation, what is the purpose of an alarm?

<p>To alert employees to evacuate (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one essential characteristic of an effective emergency escape route?

<p>Clear communication of emergency response procedures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of fire protection, what is the main purpose of fixed extinguishing systems?

<p>To automatically suppress fires without human intervention (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should portable fire extinguisher training and education be provided to employees?

<p>Upon initial employment/assignment and at least annually thereafter (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor plays a crucial role in determining whether employees should seek shelter in place during an emergency?

<p>The type and extent of the emergency situation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one vital consideration when designating assembly areas for emergency evacuation?

<p>The capacity to accommodate all employees safely (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one key factor in ensuring that exit routes are effective for emergency escape?

<p>The provision of continuous and unobstructed path of exit travel to safety (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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