5 Questions
Which method of fire extinguishing involves removing combustible material from the vicinity of the fire?
Starvation
What is the main principle behind the smothering method of fire extinguishing?
Preventing access of fresh air
Which method of fire extinguishing involves reducing the oxygen content in the vicinity of the fire?
Smothering
What is an example of smothering method used on a large scale?
Reducing the oxygen content
What is another method of smothering that involves the application of a cloud of finely divided dry powder?
Smothering
Study Notes
Fire Extinguishing Methods
- Extinguishing by removal of combustible material involves eliminating the fuel source from the vicinity of the fire.
Smothering Method
- The main principle behind the smothering method is to reduce the oxygen content in the vicinity of the fire, thus depriving it of the necessary oxygen to sustain combustion.
- Smothering involves reducing the oxygen content in the vicinity of the fire, which can be done on a large scale by using a carbon dioxide flood.
- An example of smothering on a large scale is a carbon dioxide flood, which is often used in industrial settings.
- Another method of smothering involves the application of a cloud of finely divided dry powder, which is commonly used in fire extinguishers for electrical fires.
Test your knowledge on fire extinguishing methods with this quiz! Learn about different ways to starve a fire, including removing combustible materials and isolating the fire from surrounding materials. Explore techniques like subdividing burning materials and emulsification. Challenge yourself now!
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