SIA Door Fire Safety & First Aid Basics 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What are the three elements of the 'fire triangle' that must all be present for a fire to exist?
- Fuel, oxygen and heat (Correct answer)
- Fuel, electricity and spark
- Oxygen, gas and ignition
- Carbon, hydrogen and oxygen
Correct answer: Fuel, oxygen and heat
The fire triangle comprises fuel (something to burn), oxygen (to sustain combustion) and heat (to reach ignition temperature); removing any element extinguishes the fire.
Question 2: What is the primary action a door supervisor should take when fire is discovered?
- Raise the alarm, do not tackle unless trained, initiate evacuation (Correct answer)
- Immediately attempt to extinguish the fire
- Call management before raising the alarm
- Lock the exits to prevent customer theft
Correct answer: Raise the alarm, do not tackle unless trained, initiate evacuation
The priority is raising the alarm so everyone can evacuate safely; attempting to fight the fire should only be done by trained persons with the correct equipment and only if the exit is clear.
Question 3: Which fire extinguisher is safe to use on an electrical fire?
- CO2 (carbon dioxide) extinguisher (Correct answer)
- Water extinguisher
- Foam extinguisher
- Wet chemical extinguisher
Correct answer: CO2 (carbon dioxide) extinguisher
CO2 extinguishers are safe for electrical fires as they do not conduct electricity; water and foam extinguishers conduct electricity and must not be used on live electrical equipment.
Question 4: What does the acronym 'PASS' stand for when using a fire extinguisher?
- Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep (Correct answer)
- Push, Aim, Shoot, Sweep
- Pull, Activate, Spray, Suppress
- Press, Alert, Spray, Secure
Correct answer: Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
PASS describes the technique: Pull the pin, Aim at the base of the fire, Squeeze the handle and Sweep the nozzle from side to side across the base of the fire.
Question 5: What is the purpose of a fire assembly point?
- A designated safe meeting point outside the building where evacuees are counted (Correct answer)
- A point inside the building where fire equipment is stored
- The designated smoking area outside the venue
- The location of the fire control panel
Correct answer: A designated safe meeting point outside the building where evacuees are counted
The fire assembly point is a predetermined location away from the building where evacuees gather, allowing staff to confirm everyone has escaped safely via a roll call.
Question 6: How often must fire exits be checked at a licensed venue?
- Before every opening session (Correct answer)
- Only during the annual fire risk assessment
- Weekly by the fire brigade
- Monthly by environmental health
Correct answer: Before every opening session
Fire exits must be checked before every opening to ensure they are unobstructed, unlocked and operational; blocked exits are a common cause of casualties in venue fires.
SIA Door Fire Safety & First Aid Basics 1
What are the three elements of the 'fire triangle' that must all be present for a fire to exist?