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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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