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You discover a small fire in a waste bin in a non-inmate occupied area. What is your initial action, assuming it's safe to do so?
For a small, contained fire in a safe area, the first priority is to alert others by activating the fire alarm, then, if trained and safe, attempt to extinguish
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Question: You discover a small fire in a waste bin in a non-inmate occupied area. What is your initial action, assuming it's safe to do so?
Answer options: ✅ Immediately activate the fire alarm and attempt to extinguish the fire if trained.
- Open all windows to ventilate the area.
- Call 911 directly from your personal cell phone.
- Wait for a supervisor to arrive before taking any action.
Correct answer: Immediately activate the fire alarm and attempt to extinguish the fire if trained.
Explanation: For a small, contained fire in a safe area, the first priority is to alert others by activating the fire alarm, then, if trained and safe, attempt to extinguish it using appropriate equipment.
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