Free CERT Fire Safety & Utility Controls Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the correct class of fire extinguisher for electrical fires?

Accepted Answer

Class C

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Class A

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Class B

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Class D

Question 2

Why should you avoid using water on a grease fire?

Accepted Answer

It spreads the fire

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It cools too slowly

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It creates steam

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It smells bad

Question 3

What utility should be turned off if you smell gas?

Accepted Answer

Gas

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Electricity

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Water

Answer

Cable

Question 4

What is the PASS method for using a fire extinguisher?

Accepted Answer

Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

Answer

Pump, Aim, Squirt, Stop

Answer

Push, Angle, Spray, Sweep

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Punch, Aim, Seal, Spray

Question 5

When should you evacuate instead of fighting a fire?

Accepted Answer

If fire blocks your escape route

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If fire is smaller than a trash can

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If the fire is in the oven

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If there's no one around

Question 6

Why should you shut off electrical power after a disaster?

Accepted Answer

To avoid electrocution

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To prevent overheating

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To avoid tripping

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To reduce electricity bills

Question 7

What is the best action if you see downed power lines?

Accepted Answer

Report and stay away

Answer

Touch them carefully

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Move them using wood

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Ignore and continue walking

Question 8

How often should smoke alarms be tested?

Accepted Answer

Once a month

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Once per year

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Every 6 months

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Every 3 years

Question 9

What is the safest way to shut off a gas meter?

Accepted Answer

Turn valve with wrench

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Use your hand

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Use a match

Answer

Tap valve gently