From: Glen.Strecker@f2.n390.z1.fidonet.org (Glen Strecker)
Newsgroups: misc.emerg-services
Subject: NFPA Quiz Answers
Date: 15 Apr 92 13:39:43 GMT
Organization: FidoNet node 1:390/2 - The Fire Scene, Slidell LA

NFPA FIRE SAFETY QUIZ - ARE YOU PREPARED TO AVOID DISASTER 
 
                             ANSWERS 
 
1. = C 
    Heating equipment accounts for nearly one-forth of all home  
fires in the U.S., with most of these fires caused by portable  
heaters, other space heaters,  and  related  equipment (such  as   
chimneys). Avoid a fire by properly using and  maintaining   
heating equipment:  never  leave  the equipment  unattended,  and  
keep anything that can burn at least  three feet  away. 
 
2. = B. 
    Smoking  material  fires cause more than 200,000 fires and  
1,200 deaths each year in the U.S. More than 90 percent of these  
deaths involve careless use or disposal of smoking materials. 
Use deep ashtrays and douse butts with water before discarding. 
Check  under  cushions  for smoldering  butts.  Never smoke  when   
drowsy.  Keep matches and lighters out of the reach of young  
children. 
 
3. = B. 
    About 80 percent of all U.S. fire deaths occur in the home. 
Install smoke detectors on every level of your home (particularly 
outside of the sleeping areas),  test  them  monthly, and change  
batteries at least once a year. Consider installing an automatic  
sprinkler system for more protection.  You may also want to  
purchase  fire  extinguishers  and learn how to use them safely  
and effectively. 
 
 4. = A. 
    Untreated wood  shake roofs are a major cause of fire spread.  
especially in wildland areas. Use a noncombustible or fire- 
resistant roofing material such as asphalt, slate, tile, or  
treated wood shakes. If you live in a wooded area, remove debris  
from gutters, eaves and roof. Store firewood away from  
structures. Make sure your home's address is clearly visible 
for responding  fire fighters. 
 
5. = D. 
    The months of December, January. and February are dangerous 
because of the increased use of heating equipment. Holiday fire  
safety is also an issue  during this time.  Choose a fresh tree  
and keep it watered, and don't place it near heat sources or  
exits. Use only  tested  and  approved electric lights and don't 
overload outlets. Never leave candles  or  lighted  trees  
unattended. 
 
6. = A. 
    Nearly one-third of all home fire  deaths  occur  between 
midnight and 4 a.m. This underscores the importance of smoke  
detectors. which can give you advance warning of a fire and  
provide extra time to escape.Develop and practice a home fire  
escape plan that includes two ways out of every room and an  
outside meeting place. 
 
7. = C. 
    The kitchen is the leading room of fire origin. but many 
fires also start in bedrooms and living rooms. In the kitchen, 
never leave cooking unattended. Don't store combustible items on  
or over the stove top. Turn pot handles toward the back of the  
stove, and keep sleeves rolled up to avoid dragging them over the  
heat. 
 
8. = B. 
    False. Smoke inhalation accounts for most fire deaths. If you  
encounter smoke when exiting a fire. use an alternate exit.  If  
you  must  escape through  smoke,  crawl  low under it - the air  
will be cooler and cleaner at floor level.  Practice your home  
escape plan at least twice a year. Smoke can disorient you, so  
the more you practice your escape, the less likely that you will  
be confused in an actual fire. 
 
9. = B. 
    False. Smoke probably will not awaken you and may very likely  
put you into a deeper sleep. Therefore, it is vital to have  
working smoke detectors in your home. Make sure your family knows  
the sound of the smoke detector and the correct way to respond. 
 
10. = C. 
    "Stop, drop and roll" is the phrase to  remember.  Stop where  
you are, drop to the ground and cover your face with your hands,  
and roll over and over to extinguish the flames. If someone  
else's clothing catches on fire and you can't convince them to  
stop, drop and roll, throw them to the ground and smother the  
flames with a rug or heavy coat. Remember: running will only fan  
the flames. 
 
11. = B. 
    Never  pour  water  on  a grease fire. Your only safe option 
maybe to escape and call the fire department from a neighbor's  
home. If you have a small pan fire, you can try to extinguish it  
by sliding a lid over the pan and turning off the heat. You may  
also want to learn how to use a fire extinguisher and keep one in  
your kitchen. 
 
12. = C. 
    Cool a burn under cool water for at least 10 minutes. A burn  
that is red, blistered, white, or charred should be cooled with  
water and emergency medical treatment should be sought  
immediately. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
... OFFLINE 1.35 * Promote "Learn Not To Burn" in schools 


 

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