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What type of fires does Class A refer to?
What type of fires does Class A refer to?
- Fires in combustible metals
- Fires involving energized electrical equipment
- Fires in ordinary combustibles (correct)
- Fires in cooking oils and greases
What types of substances are involved in Class B fires?
What types of substances are involved in Class B fires?
Flammable liquids and flammable gases
Class C fires involve cooking oils and greases.
Class C fires involve cooking oils and greases.
False (B)
Which of the following materials is associated with Class D fires?
Which of the following materials is associated with Class D fires?
What type of fires does Class K pertain to?
What type of fires does Class K pertain to?
Study Notes
Fire Classes Overview
- Class A fires involve ordinary combustibles including wood, paper, cloth, trash, and plastics.
- Class B fires are associated with flammable liquids such as gasoline, petroleum oil, and paint, as well as flammable gases like propane and butane; they exclude cooking oils and grease.
- Class C fires occur in settings with energized electrical equipment, including motors, transformers, and appliances; removing the power converts the Class C fire to another class type.
- Class D fires involve combustible metals such as potassium, sodium, aluminum, and magnesium, which burn differently from other fire classes.
- Class K fires are specific to cooking oils and greases, including animal fats and vegetable fats, often found in commercial kitchens.
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Description
This quiz provides a comprehensive overview of the different classes of fires, outlining the specific materials and situations that define each class. Understand the distinctions between Class A, B, C, D, and K fires, which include everyday combustibles, flammable liquids, electrical hazards, combustible metals, and cooking oils. Enhance your fire safety knowledge with this informative quiz.
