Fire Safety Awareness Quiz with Answers

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Fire Safety Quiz

Test your knowledge with live Fire Awareness training β€” just 20 multiple-choice questions.



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The name entered will be used on your certificate if you achieve a passing score of 70 or above. Your quiz results will be emailed to you upon completion.


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1. What does a green fire exit sign indicate?



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2. If you have a PEEP (Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan), what should you do in a fire?



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3. What is the purpose of fire compartmentation in a building?



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4. What should you do if you are caught in smoke during an evacuation?



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5. What does the "P" in the PASS method for using a fire extinguisher stand for?



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6. What is the main danger of overloaded electrical sockets?



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7. What does the acronym "RACE" stand for in fire safety?



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8. What should you NOT do if you are in a room with a fire and the door handle is hot?



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9. If your clothes catch fire, what is the best immediate action?



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10. Which of the following should NOT be used to block a fire door?



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11. Which of these items is typically part of a fire warden's responsibilities during an evacuation?



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12. What is the purpose of a fire assembly point?



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13. Where is the safest place to assemble after evacuating a building during a fire?



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14. How often should fire drills typically be conducted in a workplace?



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15. Which class of fire involves ordinary combustible materials like wood, paper, and textiles?



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16. Which type of fire extinguisher is best for fires involving flammable liquids (Class B)?



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17. Which of the following is NOT a common cause of workplace fires?



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18. What information should you provide when calling the fire brigade (999)?



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19. What is the danger of leaving combustible materials near heat sources?



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20. What is the function of a smoke detector?



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40 Fire Safety Awareness Practice Quiz

Instructions

Select the correct answer from options A, B, C, or D for each question. Answers are provided at the end of the quiz.

1. What are the three elements needed for fire to occur (the fire triangle)?

A) Heat, fuel, and water B) Heat, fuel, and oxygen C) Fuel, oxygen, and carbon dioxide D) Heat, oxygen, and nitrogen

2. How often should fire extinguishers be inspected in the workplace?

A) Every 6 months B) Every 2 years C) Monthly D) Annually

3. What does the acronym PASS stand for when using a fire extinguisher?

A) Point, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep B) Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep C) Push, Aim, Spray, Stop D) Pull, Alert, Squeeze, Spray

4. What type of fire extinguisher should be used on electrical fires?

A) Water B) Foam C) CO2 (Carbon Dioxide) D) Wet Chemical

5. In a fire emergency, what should you do first?

A) Try to extinguish the fire B) Call the fire brigade C) Raise the alarm D) Evacuate immediately

6. What is the recommended maximum travel distance to a fire exit in most buildings?

A) 30 metres B) 45 metres C) 60 metres D) 18 metres

7. How often should fire alarm systems be tested?

A) Monthly B) Weekly C) Daily D) Quarterly

8. What colour is a CO2 fire extinguisher?

A) Red with blue band B) Red with black band C) All red D) Red with yellow band

9. What should you do if your clothes catch fire?

A) Run to get help B) Stop, drop, and roll C) Pour water on yourself D) Remove your clothes immediately

10. What is the most common cause of fire in the workplace?

A) Electrical faults B) Smoking materials C) Cooking equipment D) Arson

11. How long do you typically have to escape from a building once a fire starts?

A) 10-15 minutes B) 5-10 minutes C) 2-3 minutes D) 15-20 minutes

12. What type of fire involves flammable liquids?

A) Class A B) Class B C) Class C D) Class D

13. Where should fire doors be kept?

A) Wedged open for easy access B) Closed at all times C) Half open D) It doesn’t matter

14. What should you do if you discover a fire?

A) Try to put it out yourself first B) Raise the alarm immediately C) Take photos for insurance D) Call your manager first

15. How should you evacuate through smoke?

A) Standing upright and running B) Crawling low to the ground C) Covering your face with wet cloth only D) Walking normally with eyes closed

16. What is the primary purpose of fire doors?

A) To prevent theft B) To reduce noise C) To contain fire and smoke D) To save energy

17. How often should emergency lighting be tested?

A) Weekly B) Monthly C) Every 6 months D) Annually

18. What type of fire extinguisher is suitable for Class A fires (ordinary combustibles)?

A) CO2 only B) Water, foam, or dry powder C) Wet chemical only D) Halon only

19. At what height should fire extinguishers be mounted?

A) 1.5 metres from floor to top of extinguisher B) 2 metres from floor to bottom of extinguisher C) 1 metre from floor to centre of extinguisher D) Any height is acceptable

20. What does a continuous fire alarm sound indicate?

A) Test in progress B) Evacuate immediately C) Fire drill D) System fault

21. What should you never use on a chip pan fire?

A) Fire blanket B) Wet chemical extinguisher C) Water D) Turning off the heat source

22. How many assembly points should a workplace have?

A) One only B) As many as needed to accommodate all occupants safely C) Two maximum D) One per floor

23. What is the recommended minimum width for escape routes?

A) 500mm B) 700mm C) 850mm D) 1200mm

24. When should you use a lift during a fire evacuation?

A) If the stairs are crowded B) If you’re on a high floor C) Never, unless specifically designed as an evacuation lift D) Only if accompanied by fire wardens

25. What colour should emergency exit signs be?

A) Red and white B) Green and white C) Yellow and black D) Blue and white

26. How far should combustible materials be kept from heat sources?

A) 500mm B) 1 metre C) 2 metres D) It depends on the specific materials and heat source

27. What should you do if the fire alarm sounds during your lunch break?

A) Finish eating first B) Evacuate immediately via the nearest exit C) Wait to see if it’s a drill D) Check with colleagues first

28. What type of detector is most suitable for kitchens?

A) Smoke detector B) Heat detector C) Carbon monoxide detector D) Motion detector

29. How should fire extinguishers be positioned?

A) Hidden in cupboards B) Clearly visible and easily accessible C) Only in corridors D) Near the ceiling

30. What is the maximum recommended distance between fire extinguishers?

A) 15 metres B) 25 metres C) 30 metres D) 35 metres

31. What should you do if you hear the fire alarm but cannot see or smell fire?

A) Ignore it – it’s probably a false alarm B) Investigate the source first C) Evacuate as if it were a real fire D) Wait for official confirmation

32. What class of fire involves cooking oils and fats?

A) Class A B) Class B C) Class F D) Class C

33. How often should fire evacuation drills be conducted?

A) Monthly B) Every 6 months C) Annually D) Every 2 years

34. What should pregnant women and disabled persons do during evacuation?

A) Wait for everyone else to evacuate first B) Use lifts if available C) Follow their Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP) D) Evacuate only if they feel comfortable

35. What is the recommended method for closing fire doors?

A) Leave them as they are B) Close them firmly but don’t lock them C) Lock them immediately D) Wedge them slightly open

36. What should you check when buying electrical appliances to reduce fire risk?

A) The price only B) The warranty period C) Safety marks like CE marking or British Standard kitemarks D) The brand name only

37. Where should fire action notices be displayed?

A) Only at the main entrance B) In prominent positions throughout the premises C) Only in the office areas D) Only near fire extinguishers

38. What should you do if your escape route is blocked by fire or smoke?

A) Run through it quickly B) Use an alternative escape route C) Wait for rescue D) Try to fight the fire

39. How should portable heaters be positioned to reduce fire risk?

A) Close to curtains for efficiency
B) Away from combustible materials with adequate clearance C) Under desks to save space D) Near doorways for easy access

40. What information should be included in fire safety training?

A) Only how to use fire extinguishers B) Fire prevention, evacuation procedures, and emergency contacts C) Only evacuation routes D) Only alarm systems

ANSWERS: Fire Awareness Quiz

  1. B – Heat, fuel, and oxygen
  2. C – Monthly
  3. B – Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
  4. C – CO2 (Carbon Dioxide)
  5. C – Raise the alarm
  6. D – 18 metres
  7. B – Weekly
  8. B – Red with black band
  9. B – Stop, drop, and roll
  10. A – Electrical faults
  11. C – 2-3 minutes
  12. B – Class B
  13. B – Closed at all times
  14. B – Raise the alarm immediately
  15. B – Crawling low to the ground
  16. C – To contain fire and smoke
  17. B – Monthly
  18. B – Water, foam, or dry powder
  19. A – 1.5 metres from floor to top of extinguisher
  20. B – Evacuate immediately
  21. C – Water
  22. B – As many as needed to accommodate all occupants safely
  23. C – 850mm
  24. C – Never, unless specifically designed as an evacuation lift
  25. B – Green and white
  26. D – It depends on the specific materials and heat source
  27. B – Evacuate immediately via the nearest exit
  28. B – Heat detector
  29. B – Clearly visible and easily accessible
  30. C – 30 metres
  31. C – Evacuate as if it were a real fire
  32. C – Class F
  33. B – Every 6 months
  34. C – Follow their Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP)
  35. B – Close them firmly but don’t lock them
  36. C – Safety marks like CE marking or British Standard kitemarks
  37. B – In prominent positions throughout the premises
  38. B – Use an alternative escape route
  39. B – Away from combustible materials with adequate clearance
  40. B – Fire prevention, evacuation procedures, and emergency contacts

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Fire Safety Awareness Training teaches individuals how to prevent, respond to, and safely evacuate during fire emergencies. It covers fire prevention, identifying hazards, using fire extinguishers, and emergency procedures.

Anyone in the workplace or public-facing roles should take fire safety training. It’s especially important for staff in healthcare, education, hospitality, retail, manufacturing, and office environments.

Yes, under health and safety laws (like the UK’s Regulatory Reform [Fire Safety] Order 2005), employers are required to provide appropriate fire safety training to all employees.

Most fire safety awareness courses can be completed in 1 to 2 hours, especially online modules. In-person sessions may be slightly longer (3-4 hours) if practical demonstrations are included.

Yes, participants typically receive a certificate of completion. This can be used as proof of training for compliance purposes.

It’s recommended to refresh fire safety training annually or at least every two years, depending on the workplace risk assessment.

Fire Safety Awareness training topics often include:

  • Fire triangle (causes of fire)

  • Fire prevention

  • Types of fire extinguishers

  • Emergency exits and evacuation plans

  • Responsibilities of fire wardens

  • Responding to alarms and smoke

In-person courses include a practical element using extinguishers. However, most online courses are awareness-based and focus on theory only.

Yes, we offer accredited Fire Safety Awareness eLearning courses, which can be completed at your own pace.

Fire Awareness Training is for all staff to understand fire risks and response. Fire Warden Training is more in-depth and designed for those with designated responsibilities during evacuations.

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