Fire Fighting Flashcards

(20 cards)

1
Q

Define fire triangle.

A

A model for understanding necessary ingredients for fire: heat, fuel, oxygen.

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Q

What is the first step in aircraft firefighting?

A

Identify the source of the fire and fight the fire.

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3
Q

True or false: Water is the best extinguishing agent for all fires.

A

FALSE

Water can spread certain fires, like those involving flammable liquids.

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4
Q

Fill in the blank: Use a ______ extinguisher for electrical fires.

A

Halon

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5
Q

What does P.A.S.S. stand for in firefighting?

A

Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep.

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6
Q

True or false: Smoke can be more dangerous than flames.

A

TRUE

Smoke can cause disorientation and suffocation.

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7
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Define fire suppression.

A

The act of controlling or extinguishing a fire to prevent its spread.

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8
Q

What is the purpose of fire drill for cabin crew?

A

To ensure crew members are prepared to respond effectively to a fire emergency.

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9
Q

Fill in the blank: Aft refers to the ______ of the aircraft.

A

rear

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10
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What is the primary role of cabin crew during a fire?

A

To ensure passenger safety and facilitate evacuation if necessary.

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11
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True or false: **Water ** can be used to smother fires.

A

FALSE

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Water can be used after fighting a Class A fire

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12
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What should cabin crew do if a fire is detected?

A

follow firefighting procedures, fight the fire, call a back up & notify pilots

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13
Q

Fill in the blank: Class B fires involve ______.

A

flammable liquids

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14
Q

Define emergency exit row.

A

A row of seats with additional responsibilities for passengers during an evacuation.

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15
Q

What is the best practice for using a fire extinguisher?

A

Aim at the base of the fire while using the P.A.S.S. technique.

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16
Q

True or false: Firefighting equipment should be checked during Pre flight checks.

A

TRUE

Regular checks ensure equipment is functional in emergencies.

17
Q

Fill in the blank: Fires in the cabin can be caused by ______.

A

Overheated/crushed PED’s, electrical faults or flammable materials

18
Q

What is the role of the captain during a fire emergency?

A

To coordinate the crew’s response and communicate with air traffic control.

19
Q

Define fire containment.

A

The process of preventing the spread of fire to protect passengers and crew.

20
Q

What should be done if smoke is present in the cabin?

A

Wear the PBE, advise passengers to Stay low to avoid inhalation and inform Flight crew so they can initiate smoke removal procedures.