CH-15

PREVENT ACCIDENTS AND EMERGENCIES

A. Multiple choice questions

Q1. What are the steps necessary for operating a fire extinguisher?

a. Identify the safety pin of the fire extinguisher which is generally present in its handle
b. Break the seal and pull the safety pin from the handle
c. Use the fire extinguisher by squeezing the lever
d. All of the above

Q2. Which of the following is an examples of ignition sources of open flames?

a. Gas ovens
b. Lighters in smoking areas
c. Welding torches
d. All of the above

Q3. In fire classification, all liquid, grease, and gas material comes under

a. Class A material
b. Class B material
c. Class C material
d. Class D material

Q4. In fire classification, material magnesium, potassium, and sodium comes under

a. Class A material
b. Class B material
c. Class C material
d. Class D material

Q5. In fire classification, material wood, cloth, and paper comes under

a. Class A material
b. Class B material
c. Class C material
d. Class D material

Q6. In fire classification, electrical material and equipment comes under

a. Class A material
b. Class B material
c. Class C material
d. Class D material
Q7. When do we use a fire extinguisher?

a. In case of flood
b. In case of electric shock
c. In case of fire
d. In case of burn injury

Q8. What is the primary fire emergency telephone number is?

a. 011
b. 101
c. 108
d. 111

Q9. Which of the following contains everything you need to know about evacuating your facility safely?

a. Evacuation Diagram
b. Emergency Action Plan
c. Employee Directory
d. Both (a) and (b)

Q10. The best course of action to take during a medical emergency is to

a. Begin first aid immediately

b. Activate the emergency plan for reporting injuries
c. Notify the person's family about the situation
d. Both (a) and (b)

B. Fill in the blanks

1. Emergency is a serious or crisis situation that needs immediate attention and action.

2. A Wet floor sign will warn people to walk carefully on freshly mopped floors.

3. Watch your steps signs can prevent accidents on a staircase with a sharp bent or warn against a loose floor.

4. The coordinator should be responsible to handle evacuation process.

5. Workplace fires are commonly caused by improper storage of flammable material or combustible dust.

6. There should always be an emergency response plan for scheduled electrical maintenance or work.

7. If the victim is breathing and has a heartbeat, give first aid for injuries and treat for shock.

8. A fire extinguisher is a cylindrical pressure vessel containing an agent which can be discharged to extinguish a fire.
C. State whether the following statements are True or False
1. The organization’s policies and guidelines is the best guide to handle emergency. True

2. If someone is injured, act as per your impulse or gut feeling. False

3. Keep water and food items away from electrical equipment. True

4. Always switch off the electrical circuits. False

5. Always wear protective equipment, such as gloves and shoes. False

6. A fire extinguisher is a protection device used to extinguish fires. True

7. Flammable materials can be placed around an door exit. False

8. You can determine possible evacuation routes from floor plan diagrams posted in your facility. True

D. Answer the following Questions

Q1. What is a workplace emergency?

Ans. A Workplace emergency refers to any unexpected situation that needs immediate attention and action in
workplace that may poses a risk to the safety and security of employees.

Q2. How do you protect yourself, your employees, and your business?

Ans. The best way to protect yourself and your organisation is to develop a well thought-out emergency action plan
to guide the employees in the event of an emergency.

Q3. What is an emergency action plan?

Ans. An Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is a written document that states how to react in different types of
emergencies.

Action plans of organisations should adhere to safety standards set by the Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA).

Q4. What should your emergency action plan include?

Ans. An emergency action plan (EAP) should include the following:

1. Evacuation plans: It should have at least two escape routes from every area, and a designated meeting place for
employees to gather after evacuating.

2. Accounting for employees: Take a headcount after an evacuation.

3. Reporting and alerting authorities.

4. Alerting staff and visitors about emergency

Q5. How do you develop an evacuation policy and procedures?

Ans. Steps to develop an evacuation policy and procedures are:

1. Evaluate the emergency.

2. Identify place where people can go in an emergency.

3. Identify the best ways to get out of the building.

4. Rehearse evacuation procedures.

5. Regularly review and update the plan as needed.

Q6. How do you establish evacuation routes and exits?

Ans. To establish evacuation routes and exits, you should

1. Know the nearest exit from your location and the route to get there.

2. Know the assembly point.

3. Know an alternate route in case your first route is blocked.

4. Know where to find first-aid supplies and fire extinguishers.

Q7. What are the various types of fire extinguisher and their extinguishing material?

Ans. Various types of fire extinguishers are:

1. Water

2. Foam

3. Dry powder

4. CO2

5. Wet chemical

1. Water Fire Extinguishers are good for tackling fires involving burning paper, wood and soft furnishing (Class A
fires), as the water soaks into the materials and cools them.

2. Foam fire extinguishers are suitable on Class A fires and fires involving flammable liquids (Class B)

3. Dry powder fire extinguishers are incredibly versatile and can be used for almost every kind of fire. (Class A, Class B
and Class C)

4. COz fire extinguishers (also known as carbon dioxide fire extinguishers) are mainly used for electrical fires.

5. Wet chemical fire extinguishers (also known as Class F fire extinguishers) are the extinguisher that can safely be
used for fires involving cooking oil
Q8. What are the steps for operating a fire extinguisher in case of a fire emergency.

Ans.

1. Identify the safety pin of the fire extinguisher, present in its handle.

2. Break the seal and pull the safety pin from the handle.

3. Use the fire extinguisher by squeezing the lever.

4. Sweep it from side to side.

Q9. Compare the different type of fire extinguisher.

Ans. Different types of fire extinguishers are:

1. Water

2. Foam

3. Dry powder

4. CO2

5. Wet chemical

Q10. List the different class of fire.

Ans. There are several classes of fire, including

Class A : Fire that involve materials such as wood, cloth, and paper.

Class B : Fire that involve flammable liquid, grease, and gas materials that burn when exposed to ignition sources.

Class C : Fire that involve electrical materials and equipment. These materials cause fires very quickly and present a
serious risk of arc flash.

Class D : Fire that involve any materials that are volatile and able to quickly janite, such as maanesium, potassium,and
sodium.

Q11. List out electrical rescue techniques.

Ans. Electrical Rescue Techniques are:

Approaching the accident

1. Never rush into an accident situation.

2. Call 108 as soon as possible