Emergency preparedness means having plans in place in the event of an emergency.

Emergency preparedness means having plans in place in the event of an emergency. 

a. True
b. False



Answer: A

Foam-Water Sprinkler Systems is used in areas where flammable and combustible liquids are processed, stored, or handled; a water discharge may be ineffective for controlling or extinguishing fires.

Foam-Water Sprinkler Systems is used in areas where flammable and combustible liquids are processed, stored, or handled; a water discharge may be ineffective for controlling or extinguishing fires. 

a. True
b. False



Answer: A

In most cases, it is desired a water spray be used to extinguish burning gases, such as LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas).

In most cases, it is desired a water spray be used to extinguish burning gases, such as LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas). 

a. True
b. False



Answer: B

Fixed water spray systems are most commonly used to protect equipment from exposure fires in flammable liquid and gas tankage, piping, and equipment.

Fixed water spray systems are most commonly used to protect equipment from exposure fires in flammable liquid and gas tankage, piping, and equipment.

a. True
b. False



Answer: A

Hydrant spacing is usually determined by the fire flow demand established on the basis of the type, size, occupancy, and exposure of structures.

Hydrant spacing is usually determined by the fire flow demand established on the basis of the type, size, occupancy, and exposure of structures.

a. True
b. False



Answer: A

Standpipes for risers of less than 30 m are usually NPS 102 mm pipe, over 30 m, the pipe is usually NPS 152 mm. Where a building has a high level fire zone; that is, floors more than 85 m above street level, then the riser to these higher floors is usually NPS 203 mm. Standpipes for risers of less than 30 m are usually NPS 102 mm pipe, over 30 m, the pipe is usually NPS 152 mm. Where a building has a high level fire zone; that is, floors more than 85 m above street level, then the riser to these higher floors is usually NPS 203 mm.

Standpipes for risers of less than 30 m are usually NPS 102 mm pipe, over 30 m, the pipe is usually NPS 152 mm. Where a building has a high level fire zone; that is, floors more than 85 m above street level, then the riser to these higher floors is usually NPS 203 mm. 

a. True
b. False




Answer: A

Fire detection provisions are not needed so that automatic or manual fire suppression can be initiated.

Fire detection provisions are not needed so that automatic or manual fire suppression can be initiated. 

a. True
b. False



Answer: B

The first dry chemical fire-extinguishing agent to be formulated was based on sodium bicarbonate.

The first dry chemical fire-extinguishing agent to be formulated was based on sodium bicarbonate. 

a. True
b. False



Answer: A

Central Foam Distributing Systems consist of an enclosure housing a foam concentrate supply tank and a _____ device.

Central Foam Distributing Systems consist of an enclosure housing a foam concentrate supply tank and a _____ device.

a. Dividing.
b. Mixing.
c. Separating.
d. Floating.
e. Proportioning.

Answer: E

The best method of thawing a hydrant is by means of a:

The best method of thawing a hydrant is by means of a:

a. Vacuum truck.
b. Propane torch.
c. Steam hose.
d. Methanol.
e. Water truck.




Answer: C

_____ is often the first indicator of fire, so a system of automatic detectors should be used.

_____ is often the first indicator of fire, so a system of automatic detectors should be used.

a. Heat.
b. Smell.
c. Carbon dioxide.
d. Flames.
e. Smoke.



Answer: E

There is always a risk of an emergency, no matter how complete the:

There is always a risk of an emergency, no matter how complete the:

a. Safety program.
b. Emergency procedures.
c. Fire suppression.
d. Fire detection.
e. Process design.



Answer: A

In large industrial settings, workers on shift will be trained in specific _____ to follow in the event of an emergency, including fire.

In large industrial settings, workers on shift will be trained in specific _____ to follow in the event of an emergency, including fire.

a. Positions.
b. Assignments.
c. Levels.
d. Times.
e. Procedures.




Answer: B

Foam systems are used where flammable liquid fire protection is required for permanently installed hazards, such as fuel storage tanks or dip tanks containing flammable or combustible liquids, _____ and distributing devices are installed internally in the tank.

Foam systems are used where flammable liquid fire protection is required for permanently installed hazards, such as fuel storage tanks or dip tanks containing flammable or combustible liquids, _____ and distributing devices are installed internally in the tank.

a. Spray.
b. Air-foam-generating.
c. Extinguishment.
d. Snuffing.
e. Agitating.

Answer: B

Fire protection of large outdoor fuel tanks requires that several foam chambers with foam-makers be installed at equally spaced positions slightly below the _____ of the tanks.

Fire protection of large outdoor fuel tanks requires that several foam chambers with foam-makers be installed at equally spaced positions slightly below the _____ of the tanks.

a. Bottom.
b. Middle.
c. Top rim.
d. Center.
e. Base.




Answer: C

Fixed _____ sprays are designed specifically to provide optimum control, extinguishment, or exposure protection for special fire protection problems.

Fixed _____ sprays are designed specifically to provide optimum control, extinguishment, or exposure protection for special fire protection problems.

a. Foam.
b. Gas.
c. Water.
d. Purple K.
e. Oil.


Answer: C

The fixed water spray piping system is connected to a water supply through a _____ valve that can be actuated both automatically and manually to initiate the flow of water.

The fixed water spray piping system is connected to a water supply through a _____ valve that can be actuated both automatically and manually to initiate the flow of water.

a. Water.
b. Globe.
c. Control.
d. Deluge.
e. Double ported.



Answer: D

Ways to detect freezing in a hydrant include:

Ways to detect freezing in a hydrant include:

a. Open the hydrant fully and listen for water.
b. Lowering a weight on a stout string into the hydrant. It may strike ice or come up wet, showing water in the barrel.
c. Pressure the hydrant with gas.
d. Strike the hydrant with a hammer and listen for the ringing sound.
e. Feel the temperature of the metal.




Answer: B

Sprinkler systems consist of a pressure or gravity tank to maintain the correct water pressure, control valves for each section, and lengths of piping fitted with:

Sprinkler systems consist of a pressure or gravity tank to maintain the correct water pressure, control valves for each section, and lengths of piping fitted with:

a. Sprinkler feet.
b. Sprinkler heads.
c. Spindle heads.
d. Header ends.
e. Nozzles.



Answer: B

A safe rule to follow is to bury the top of the pipe not less than _____ below the lowest frost line for the locality.

A safe rule to follow is to bury the top of the pipe not less than _____ below the lowest frost line for the locality.

a. 0.3 m
b. 0.5 m
c. 1.0 m
d. 1. 5 m
e. 2.0 m.



Answer: A