Question 1

Once the proper extinguisher is selected, you must check to ensure the pressure gauge:

Accepted Answer

A)   is not clouded over.
B)   is in the operable range.
C)   has been properly inspected.
D)   records the last maintenance performed.

Question 2

What type of portable fire extinguisher uses air stored in the tank to force water up a siphon tube when operated?

Accepted Answer

A)   Clean agent
B)   Pump-type water
C)   Carbon dioxide (CO2) 
D)   Stored-pressure water

Question 3

What application method is used with an aqueous film forming foam (AFFF)  extinguisher in order to prevent disturbing the fuel?

Accepted Answer

A)   Apply foam directly to fuel surface
B)   Apply foam in conjunction with dry ice crystals
C)   Allow foam to gently rain down onto fuel surface
D)   Allow foam to rest before applying to fuel surface

Question 4

During inspection, if a portable fire extinguisher is found deficient in weight by percent it should be removed from service and replaced.

Accepted Answer

A)   5
B)   8
C)   10
D)   12

Question 5

The resulting foam from an aqueous film forming foam (AFFF)  extinguisher will fuels lighter than air.

Accepted Answer

A)   mix in with
B)   float on the surface of
C)   sink below the surface of
D)   cause a chemical reaction with

Question 6

What type of portable fire extinguisher is intended primarily for ground cover fires?

Accepted Answer

A)   Clean agent
B)   Pump-type water
C)   Aqueous film forming foam
D)   Wet chemical stored-pressure

Question 7

What classification of portable fire extinguisher is used for fires that involve combustible liquids and gases?

Accepted Answer

A)   Class A
B)   Class B
C)   Class D
D)   Class K

Exam 7: Portable Fire Extinguishers

What classification of portable fire extinguisher is used for fires that involve combustible liquids and gases?

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What type of portable fire extinguisher is intended primarily for ground cover fires?

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What application method is used with an aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) extinguisher in order to prevent disturbing the fuel?

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The resulting foam from an aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) extinguisher will fuels lighter than air.

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During inspection, if a portable fire extinguisher is found deficient in weight by percent it should be removed from service and replaced.

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What type of portable fire extinguisher uses air stored in the tank to force water up a siphon tube when operated?

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Once the proper extinguisher is selected, you must check to ensure the pressure gauge:

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Exam 7: Portable Fire Extinguishers

What classification of portable fire extinguisher is used for fires that involve combustible liquids and gases?

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What type of portable fire extinguisher is intended primarily for ground cover fires?

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What application method is used with an aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) extinguisher in order to prevent disturbing the fuel?

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The resulting foam from an aqueous film forming foam (AFFF) extinguisher will fuels lighter than air.

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During inspection, if a portable fire extinguisher is found deficient in weight by percent it should be removed from service and replaced.

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What type of portable fire extinguisher uses air stored in the tank to force water up a siphon tube when operated?

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Once the proper extinguisher is selected, you must check to ensure the pressure gauge:

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