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What is the first step in using a fire extinguisher?
Which type of fire extinguisher is suitable for fires involving ordinary combustibles like wood and paper?
What is the purpose of sweeping the nozzle from side to side when using a fire extinguisher?
Which type of fire extinguisher is suitable for fires involving flammable liquids and gases?
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What is the purpose of squeezing the lever on a fire extinguisher?
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What should be done with the fire extinguisher once it is emptied?
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What type of fire extinguisher should be used for fires involving electrical equipment?
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What is the purpose of aiming the nozzle at the base of the fire?
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What type of fire extinguisher should be used for fires involving combustible metals?
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What is the purpose of the heat-absorbing effects of water or the coating effects of certain dry chemicals in a Class A fire extinguisher?
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Study Notes
- Misconduct by certificate holders includes failure to fulfill duties, false conduct in certificate applications, cheating on exams, and compromising exam integrity.
- Building occupants include employees, clients, staff, and visitors in shelters.
- Emergency preparedness plans are crucial for fire or non-fire emergencies to protect building occupants.
- In a fire incident at a homeless shelter in NYC, mattresses were improperly stored, fire escapes were faulty, and there was no fire alarm system.
- Lessons learned from the fire incident include the hazards of excess debris, the importance of fire alarm systems, and the need for functioning fire safety equipment.
- F-80 holders are required in buildings with a one-way voice communication system for over fifteen occupants, with the Certificate of Occupancy determining occupancy limits.
- Standpipe systems supply water to every floor in a building, with standpipes necessary in buildings over 75 feet tall.
- Fire extinguishers are classified based on the type of fire they extinguish, with Class A for ordinary combustibles and Class B for flammable liquids and gases.
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Description
This quiz covers various forms of misconduct in certificate holders' duties, such as failure to fulfill responsibilities, false statements or submissions, cheating on exams, and impersonation. Test your knowledge on professional ethics and responsibilities.
