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Type B License: TFM02 Questions and Answers with 100%
Complete Solutions
When an inspection of a nonrechargeable dry chemical fire
extinguisher reveals a deficiency, you must: - ANSWER -
removed from further use
-discharged
-destroyed at the direction of the owner or returned to the
manufacturer
When an inspection of a nonrechargeable fire extinguisher
containing a halon agent reveals a deficiency, you must: -
ANSWER -remove from service
-DO NOT not discharge
-return to the manufacturer, a fire equipment dealer, or a
distributor to recover the halon
ASTM - ANSWER American Society for Testing and Materials
UL - ANSWER Underwriter's Laboratories
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ANSI - ANSWER American National Standards Institute (rules
and requirements for first aid)
Dry Chemical - ANSWER A powder inside an extinguisher:
-composed of small particles (usually sodium bicarbonate,
potassium bicarbonate, or ammonium phosphate)
-provides resistance to packing, caking
-ensures proper flow capabilities
Wet Chemical - ANSWER -water-based solution of organic or
inorganic salts that form an extinguishing agent
-liquid suffocates the fire
Clean Agent - ANSWER -Halogenated agent
-won't damage parts/equipment
-for B or C Fires
-keeps high value electronics and machines safe
-does not leave residue
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High-Pressure Cylinder - ANSWER -CO2 cylinders
-pressure higher than 500 psi
Low-Pressure Cylinder - ANSWER -ABC cylinders
-cylinders containing fire extinguishing agent, compressed air,
or compressed gases
-pressure of 500 psi or lower
Dry Powder - ANSWER -solid materials in powder form designed
to extinguish Class D combustible metal fires by crusting or
smothering the metals
Extinguisher Inspection (monthly) - ANSWER -quick check that a
fire extinguisher is in it's designated place, that it has not been
tampered with, and that there is no obvious physical damage
Extinguisher Maintenance (annual) - ANSWER -thorough
examination intended to give assurance that a fire extinguisher
will operate effectively and safely
-to determine if physical damage or condition will prevent
operation
Type B License: TFM02 Questions and Answers with 100%
Complete Solutions
When an inspection of a nonrechargeable dry chemical fire
extinguisher reveals a deficiency, you must: - ANSWER -
removed from further use
-discharged
-destroyed at the direction of the owner or returned to the
manufacturer
When an inspection of a nonrechargeable fire extinguisher
containing a halon agent reveals a deficiency, you must: -
ANSWER -remove from service
-DO NOT not discharge
-return to the manufacturer, a fire equipment dealer, or a
distributor to recover the halon
ASTM - ANSWER American Society for Testing and Materials
UL - ANSWER Underwriter's Laboratories
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ANSI - ANSWER American National Standards Institute (rules
and requirements for first aid)
Dry Chemical - ANSWER A powder inside an extinguisher:
-composed of small particles (usually sodium bicarbonate,
potassium bicarbonate, or ammonium phosphate)
-provides resistance to packing, caking
-ensures proper flow capabilities
Wet Chemical - ANSWER -water-based solution of organic or
inorganic salts that form an extinguishing agent
-liquid suffocates the fire
Clean Agent - ANSWER -Halogenated agent
-won't damage parts/equipment
-for B or C Fires
-keeps high value electronics and machines safe
-does not leave residue
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High-Pressure Cylinder - ANSWER -CO2 cylinders
-pressure higher than 500 psi
Low-Pressure Cylinder - ANSWER -ABC cylinders
-cylinders containing fire extinguishing agent, compressed air,
or compressed gases
-pressure of 500 psi or lower
Dry Powder - ANSWER -solid materials in powder form designed
to extinguish Class D combustible metal fires by crusting or
smothering the metals
Extinguisher Inspection (monthly) - ANSWER -quick check that a
fire extinguisher is in it's designated place, that it has not been
tampered with, and that there is no obvious physical damage
Extinguisher Maintenance (annual) - ANSWER -thorough
examination intended to give assurance that a fire extinguisher
will operate effectively and safely
-to determine if physical damage or condition will prevent
operation
