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If an electric motor catches fire, you should first __________.

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If an electric motor catches fire, you should first __________.

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• Classes of fire and which class involves energized electrical equipment • The danger of conducting electricity through firefighting agents or equipment • The priority order: remove power source vs. extinguish flames vs. protect equipment

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• What is the main hazard with fighting a fire in energized electrical equipment? • Before you think about cooling or extinguishing, what must be done to make the situation safe for personnel? • Which action, if skipped, could turn a small fire into a serious electrical shock or electrocution hazard for the crew?

✅ Before You Answer

• Identify that this is a Class C (electrical) fire while equipment is energized • Decide what step makes it safe to approach and apply an extinguisher • Confirm which option directly addresses the power source, not just the visible flames

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If an electric motor catches fire, you should first __________.

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If an electric motor catches fire, you should first __________.

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🔍 Key Concepts

• Classes of fire and which class involves energized electrical equipment • The danger of conducting electricity through firefighting agents or equipment • The priority order: remove power source vs. extinguish flames vs. protect equipment

💭 Think About

• What is the main hazard with fighting a fire in energized electrical equipment? • Before you think about cooling or extinguishing, what must be done to make the situation safe for personnel? • Which action, if skipped, could turn a small fire into a serious electrical shock or electrocution hazard for the crew?

✅ Before You Answer

• Identify that this is a Class C (electrical) fire while equipment is energized • Decide what step makes it safe to approach and apply an extinguisher • Confirm which option directly addresses the power source, not just the visible flames

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