BC Class 4 Practice Test · Question
When using a fire extinguisher on a vehicle fire, where should you aim the nozzle?
Standard fire safety procedures for commercial vehicles dictate that the fire extinguisher should be aimed at the base of the flames to cut off the fuel source,
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Question: When using a fire extinguisher on a vehicle fire, where should you aim the nozzle?
Answer options:
- Aim at the top of the flames to cool them down
- Aim at the smoke to find the source ✅ Aim at the base of the fire
- Spray in a circular motion around the perimeter of the vehicle
Correct answer: Aim at the base of the fire
Explanation: Standard fire safety procedures for commercial vehicles dictate that the fire extinguisher should be aimed at the base of the flames to cut off the fuel source, rather than the top of the flames.
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