Practice question

How should a B:C or A:B:C rated dry chemical fire extinguisher be operated during a heavy vehicle wheel or engine fire?

  1. Aim at the top of the flames from 10 meters away
  2. Follow P.A.S.S.: Pull the pin, Aim at the base of the fire, Squeeze the handle, and Sweep side-to-side from a safe distance upwind
  3. Throw the entire extinguisher cylinder into the fire
  4. Spray the extinguisher onto the driver seat

Answer: B — Follow P.A.S.S.: Pull the pin, Aim at the base of the fire, Squeeze the handle, and Sweep side-to-side from a safe distance upwind

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