AOSH Assessment

Level II Award in Fire Safety Principles

Name: MD. IMRAN HASAN PATHAN Date: 20 December

2022

Enrollment No. Marks:

Approved Training Centre (ATC):

Please read the below information and instructions carefully before attempting the
assessment.

 This examination consists of 30 multiple-choice questions.

 The minimum pass mark is 20 correct answers.

 The duration of this examination is 1 hour.

 You are NOT allowed any assistance to complete the answers.

 When completed, please leave the Assessment Answer Sheet on the desk.

 For each question, fill in ONE answer ONLY.

 You must mark your choice of answer by circle only.

 All Candidate Must sign the Assessment Answer Sheet in the bottom -right-hand corner before leaving

the examination room.

Student Sign Here

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1. Waste, packaging and stock are examples of: Marks

A. High-risk materials
B. Sources of fuel
C. Sources of ignition
D. Dangerous goods

2. Which of the following is a hazard produced directly by a fire? Marks

A. Structural collapse
B. Local disruption
C. Electrical short circuits
D. Loss of jobs
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3. The triangle of fire consists of a source of ignition (heat), a supporter

of combustion (oxygen) and: Marks
A. A careless act by a person
B. A deliberate act by a person
C. A source of fuel
D. The sounding of an alarm

4. Which of the following statement is true? Marks

A. Poorly maintained electrical equipment may cause fire
B. Maintained electrical equipment will never cause fire
C. Faulty electrical equipment is the most common cause of fires in the
workplace
D. Electrical equipment is not a source of ignition

5. What two colors are the sign which indicate means of escape? Marks
A. Red and white
B. Blue and white
C. Green and White
D. Yellow and black

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6. Dividing a building into fire-resistant areas which provide a physical

barrier to prevent the spread of fire is known as: Marks
A. Structuration
B. Compartmentation
C. Barrier installation
D. Separation

7. The triangle of fire consist of a source of fuel, a supporter of

combustion (oxygen) and: Marks
A. An accident
B. The sounding of an alarm
C. A person causing a fire
D. A source of ignition (heat)

8. Which type of fraud can often result in arson? Marks

A. Identity fraud
B. Computer fraud
C. Document fraud
D. Insurance fraud

9. Which of the following statement is true? Marks

A. Two elements of the triangle of fire need to be removed for a fire to be
extinguished
B. Removing the fuel extinguishes the fire by ‘starvation’
C. Reducing the temperature extinguishes a fire by ‘starvation’
D. Cooling alone will not extinguish a fire

10. Which type of fire detector uses the effect of smoke on electrically
charged particles to detect a fire? Marks
A. Light obscuration optical fire detector
B. Light scatter optical fire detector
C. Ionization fire detector
D. Rate of rise fire detector

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11. How does fire spread? Marks

A. Conduction, convection and elevation
B. Convection, thermal and direction
C. Conduction, expansion and thermal
D. Radiation, conduction and convection

12. What is the most effective way of restricting smoke and fire spread? Marks
A. Ensuring fire doors remain closed
B. Training staff to use portable extinguishers
C. Testing alarm system weekly
D. Testing electrical equipment monthly

13. How often should fire alarms be tested? Marks

A. Daily
B. Weekly
C. Monthly
D. Annually

14. Which of the following is fire warden’s role? Marks

A. To design emergency plans
B. To maintain fire extinguishers
C. To ensure escape routes are free from obstruction
D. To test electrical equipment

15. What system would best protect an unoccupied document archive? Marks
A.
CO2 flooding system
B.
Sprinkler system
C.
Drencher system
D.
Riser system

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16. What is the first step to take in conducting a fire risk assessment? Marks
A. Identify the fire hazards
B. Identify those at risk
C. Draw a plan of the premises
D. Write the fire safety policy

17. How would fire hazards and suitable controls be identified? Marks
A. By conducting an enforcement visit
B. By carrying out research on the internet
C. By consulting with the HSE
D. By undertaking a fire risk assessment

18. What is potentially the weakest part of any compartment? Marks

A. The floor
B. The walls
C. The ceiling
D. The door

19. Which type of extinguisher is most suitable for use on an electrical

fire? Marks
A. CO2
B.
Water
C.
Foam
D.
Wet chemical

20. One of the purposes of a fire risk assessment is to reduce the risk of: Marks
A. Prosecution
B. Fire occurring
C. False alarms
D. Unnecessary evacuations

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21. Which of the following must be included on a daily fire safety

checklist? Marks
A. Escape routes are clear and free from obstruction
B. Emergency push bars on fire doors are in good order
C. Emergency lighting is in full working order
D. Fire alarm is in full working order

22. Compartmentation achieves the objective of saving lives by: Marks

A. Reducing the risk of building collapse
B. Ensuring adequate air is available to occupants
C. Ensuring electrical systems remain intact
D. Preventing rapid fire spread

23. After identifying the fire hazards, what is the next step to take in
conducting a fire risk assessment? Marks
A. Consult the local fire authority
B. Draw an up-to-date plan of the premises
C. Identify those at risk
D. Estimate potential fire damage

24. What is the most important reason for carrying out a fire safety
briefing? Marks
A. To comply with the law
B. To ensure that everyone knows the location of the fire extinguishers
C. To enable staff to be able to identify a fire alarm sound
D. To protect staff

25. Water extinguishers put out a fire by: Marks

A. Cooling
B. Smothering
C. Starving
D. Chemical interference

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26. Which of the following may be classed as a source of ignition? Marks

A. Flammable liquids
B. Packaging
C. Hot Equipment
D. Waste

27. Which of the following statements describes the correct action to

take? Marks
A. Attempt to fight the fire with an extinguisher before calling the
fire service
B. Only attempt to fight the fire after the alarm has been raised and if it is
safe to do so
C. Attempt to use any extinguisher in an emergency
D. Use an extinguisher even if you have not been trained

28. What kind of alarms are hand bells, rotary gongs and air horns? Marks
A. Automatic
B. First aid
C. Emergency
D. Manual

29. Which option correctly completes the following statement?

“The majority of injuries caused during a fire are through smoke and Marks
fire spread by ”
A. Direct burning
B. Conduction
C. Convection
D. Radiation

30. Which of the following is a key point to make at a fire safety briefing? Marks
A. The location of the first-aid point
B. The evacuation plan and assembly point
C. The location of the accident book
D. The contents of the safety policy

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