Fire Safety Questions and Answers PDF

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This document contains frequently asked questions and answers related to fire safety for truck drivers. It covers topics such as cargo handling, proper fire procedures, tire maintenance, and how to check tire temperature. It is suitable for training materials about driving safety.

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Fire Safety Questions and Answers Why is tt important for the driver to know the nature of the cargo in case of fire? ‘The nature of the cargo can greatly affect the severity of a fire on the vehicle. For example, paper, clothing or upholstered furniture will add more fuel to a fire than s...

Fire Safety Questions and Answers Why is tt important for the driver to know the nature of the cargo in case of fire? ‘The nature of the cargo can greatly affect the severity of a fire on the vehicle. For example, paper, clothing or upholstered furniture will add more fuel to a fire than steel coils. What should a professional driver do if their truck is on fire? Most importantly, the driver should: 1. Stay calm and signal that the driver is moving to the shoul- der of the roadway; 2. Come to a complete stop as soon as possible; 3. Shut off the engine and turn off the ignition; 4. Remember to leave the vehicle in park or in a gear so it doesn't continue to move; 5. Grab the fire extinguisher, and if immediately available, grab any emergency procedures documents specific to the load; 6. Get out and away, and ensure others are away, from the burning vehicle; Call the fire department by dialing 911 or the local emer- | gency telephone number. Is it true that steel-belted radial truck tires are not subject to tire fires? No. The use of steel cord in steel-belted radial truck tires does not make these tires fireproof. Steel-belted radial truck tires have no inner tube or flap, so it may take longer for a tire of this construc- tion to reach its ignition temperature, but it can, with time. How can tire fires be prevented? Tire fires can be prevented by regularly checking all tires to be sure that they are properly inflated so that excessive internal heat will not build up. Care should also be taken to avoid overloading and driving at excessive speed in hot weather. How should the driver check tire temperature? To check tire temperature, the driver should place the back of their hand over and near the tire. If you feel strong heat, it is too hot to drive on. 163

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