Which of the fire extinguishing agents listed is the safest to use when combating a class C fire?
• Class C fires involve energized electrical equipment • Some extinguishing agents conduct electricity and can shock the firefighter • Consider which agents leave no residue and do not damage electrical components
• Which choices might create a path for electricity through water or chemicals to your body? • Which agent can put out the fire without directly contacting live electrical parts with a conductive liquid? • Think about what is commonly installed for electrical panel fires on ships and in machinery spaces.
• Confirm which agents are non-conductive when discharged • Check which option is specifically recommended for energized electrical equipment (Class C) in training materials • Eliminate any choice that is primarily used for ordinary combustibles (Class A) or flammable liquids (Class B) rather than electrical fires
No comments yet
Be the first to share your thoughts!