ASTTBC RFPT — Portable Fire Extinguishers (EX) · Question
According to ASTTBC professional practice standards, when a technician replaces an extinguisher on-site with a 'loaner' while performing maintenance, the loaner must:
NFPA 10 Section 7.1.3 and ASTTBC guidelines require that extinguishers removed from service for maintenance or recharge must be replaced by fire extinguishers s
Start free practice for ASTTBC RFPT — Portable Fire Extinguishers (EX)
30 questions · no signup required · 40 free questions per day
Question: According to ASTTBC professional practice standards, when a technician replaces an extinguisher on-site with a 'loaner' while performing maintenance, the loaner must:
Answer options: ✅ Be of a capacity and rating equal to or greater than the one removed.
- Only be provided if the building has no fire alarm system.
- Be a CO2 extinguisher regardless of the original type.
- Not be required if the maintenance takes less than 24 hours.
Correct answer: Be of a capacity and rating equal to or greater than the one removed.
Explanation: NFPA 10 Section 7.1.3 and ASTTBC guidelines require that extinguishers removed from service for maintenance or recharge must be replaced by fire extinguishers suitable for the type of hazard being protected and shall be of at least equal rating.
Start free practice for ASTTBC RFPT — Portable Fire Extinguishers (EX)
30 questions · no signup required · 40 free questions per day
More about ASTTBC RFPT — Portable Fire Extinguishers (EX)
Related Questions
- Under NFPA 10, what is the 'Light Hazard' (Low) requirement for the maximum travel distance to a Class A fire
- According to NFPA 10, what is the maximum permissible interval for the internal examination and maintenance of
- Which specific standard must be followed when performing hydrostatic testing on fire extinguisher cylinders in
- A dry chemical stored-pressure fire extinguisher was manufactured in 2018. According to NFPA 10, in what year
- Per ASTTBC RFPT professional practice, what action must a technician take if they encounter a fire extinguishe
- During the inspection of a carbon dioxide (CO2) extinguisher, the technician finds the shell has a small dent.
More for ASTTBC RFPT — Portable Fire Extinguishers (EX) candidates
Study guides
FAQs
Question explanations
- Under NFPA 10, what is the 'Light Hazard' (Low) requirement for the maximum travel distance to a Class A fire
- According to NFPA 10, what is the maximum permissible interval for the internal examination and maintenance of
- Which specific standard must be followed when performing hydrostatic testing on fire extinguisher cylinders in
- A dry chemical stored-pressure fire extinguisher was manufactured in 2018. According to NFPA 10, in what year
Ready to practice?
Free, no signup required. Build a wrong-question list as you go.
Start Free ASTTBC RFPT — Portable Fire Extinguishers (EX) Practice →Related courses
Other Canadian certifications candidates often prepare for alongside this one.