Class C fires may be combated using a...

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Class C fires may be combated using a __________.

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Class C fires may be combated using a __________.

🔍 Key Concepts

• Class C fires and what type of material/energy source they involve • Which extinguishing agents are non‑conductive and safe around energized electrical equipment • How different extinguishers (Halon, CO₂, dry chemical) act on a fire: cooling, smothering, interrupting chemical reaction

💭 Think About

• First recall what specifically defines a Class C fire—what is burning, and what is the main hazard? • Think about which extinguishers can be safely used on energized electrical equipment without risking electrical shock or damage from a conductive agent. • Consider whether more than one of the listed extinguishers is commonly approved and carried on board for electrical fires, not just a single special type.

✅ Before You Answer

• Verify that the extinguishing agent you choose is non‑conductive and safe for use on energized electrical equipment. • Confirm that the agent does not rely on water or water‑based solutions, which are generally unsafe for Class C fires. • Check standard fire classifications used on vessels and which extinguishers are rated for Class C fires.