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SK0-003 · Question #886

In the event of a small electrical fire, which of the following type of fire suppressants is needed to extinguish the fire?

The correct answer is C. Class C. For electrical fires, a Class C fire extinguisher is required because it uses non-conductive agents to safely suppress fires involving energized electrical equipment.

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Question

In the event of a small electrical fire, which of the following type of fire suppressants is needed to extinguish the fire?

Options

  • AClass A
  • BClass B
  • CClass C
  • DClass D

How the community answered

(24 responses)
  • A
    8% (2)
  • B
    4% (1)
  • C
    88% (21)

Why each option

For electrical fires, a Class C fire extinguisher is required because it uses non-conductive agents to safely suppress fires involving energized electrical equipment.

AClass A

Class A fire extinguishers are for ordinary combustibles like wood, paper, or cloth, and typically use water, which is conductive and unsafe for electrical fires.

BClass B

Class B fire extinguishers are for flammable liquids and gases like grease, oil, or paint, and are not appropriate for electrical fires.

CClass CCorrect

Class C fire extinguishers are specifically designed for fires involving energized electrical equipment and use agents like carbon dioxide (CO2) or dry chemicals, which are non-conductive and will not pose an electrical shock hazard to the user or damage sensitive electronics.

DClass D

Class D fire extinguishers are for combustible metals, such as magnesium or titanium, and are not suitable for electrical fires.

Concept tested: Fire extinguisher classes for electrical fires

Source: https://www.osha.gov/fire-extinguishers

Topics

#fire safety#electrical fire#fire extinguisher

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