Ch. 14:3- Observing Fire Safety

What does the acronym RACE stand?

R.- rescue anyone in immediate danger A.-activate the alarm C.- contain the fire E.- extinguish the fire or evacuate the area

Identify the class of fires an which each of the following types of fire extinguishers can be used:

a) water- Class A b) halon- Class C c) dry chemical- A,B,C d) carbon dioxide- B or C

5a) what is the location of the nearest fire extinguisher?

• 15-20 feet away

List four (4) causes of fires:

• Carelessness with smoking and with matches • Miss use of electricity • defects and heating systems • arson

b) what class of the fire extinguisher is it? What kind of the fire will it extinguish?

• Class A,B, & C

Fires need three (3) things to start, what are they?

• Heat, Oxygen, Fuel

Which types of fire extinguishers leave a dangerous residue?

• carbon dioxide and dry chemical

List three (3) rules for preventing fires:

• obey all "No Smoking" signs • extinguished matches, cigarettes, and other flammable items completely. • dispose of all materials and proper containers.

Where is the nearest fire alarm box located?

• on the wall, beside the door.

List three (3) special precautions that must be observed patient when a patient is receiving oxygen:

• remove all smoking materials, candles, lighters, and matches • avoid use of electricity • do not use flammable liquid

Identify three (3) basic principles that must be followed when any type of disaster occurs:

• stay calm, follow the policy of the healthcare facility, and provide for the safety of yourself and the product.