Fire Safety Quiz

What type of fire extinguisher is suitable for use on fires involving electrical equipment?

• Class A

• Class B

• Class C

• Class D

What type of fire detection system relies on the detection of infrared or ultraviolet radiation emitted by flames?

• Smoke detection system

• Heat detection system

• Flame detection system

• Gas detection system

Which type of fire detection system uses sensors to detect changes in temperature?

• Smoke detection system

• Flame detection system

• Heat detection system

• Gas detection system

Which component of a fire alarm system is typically activated manually by pulling a handle?

• Smoke detector

• Heat detector

• Alarm bell

• Manual pull station

What does the term "alarm verification" refer to in the context of fire alarm systems?

• Verifying the identity of the person who activated the alarm

• Confirming the presence of a fire before initiating a general alarm

• Verifying the functionality of the alarm notification appliances

• Testing the communication link between the fire alarm system and monitoring station

According to NFPA 10, what is the maximum allowable interval for fire extinguisher inspection?

• Monthly

• Quarterly

• Semi-annually

• Annually

Which NFPA standard specifies the requirements for testing and maintenance of fire alarm systems?

• NFPA 10

• NFPA 72

• NFPA 101

• NFPA 13

What is the purpose of fire alarm system zoning?

• To separate different types of fires

• To control the flow of water in sprinkler systems

• To divide a building into areas for more effective alarm response

• To provide backup power to critical fire alarm components

Which type of fire extinguisher is suitable for use on fires involving combustible metals?

• Class A

• Class B

• Class C

• Class D

Which type of fire detection system detects smoke using light scattering or obscuration?

• Ionization smoke detection

• Photoelectric smoke detection

• Heat detection

• Flame detection