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SIA Door Supervisor Licence (Level 2 Award exams)

Fire safety: practice questions

Our SIA Door Supervisor bank has 21 questions on this topic. Here are 5 of them with answers; the full mock exam draws from every topic, like the real one.

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Question 1

How does putting a fire blanket over a small fire put it out?

  1. It removes the fuel
  2. It cools the fire with water
  3. It cuts off the oxygen
  4. It adds heat to the fire
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C. It cuts off the oxygen — A fire blanket smothers the fire, removing oxygen from the fire triangle.

Question 2

Which extinguisher has a black band or label and is suitable for electrical fires?

  1. Carbon dioxide (CO2)
  2. Foam
  3. Water
  4. Wet chemical (yellow)
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A. Carbon dioxide (CO2) — CO2 (black label) is used on electrical equipment fires and some flammable liquids. It leaves no residue.

Question 3

Why should lifts not be used during a fire evacuation?

  1. They are reserved for the venue's managers
  2. They automatically lock during an alarm
  3. They are slower than walking
  4. They may fail or carry people into smoke
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D. They may fail or carry people into smoke — Lifts can stop or open on a fire floor. Use stairs unless a lift is specially designed for evacuation.

Question 4

What is the first thing to do if you discover a fire?

  1. Open all the windows
  2. Collect your personal belongings
  3. Raise the alarm
  4. Finish serving the queue
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C. Raise the alarm — Raise the alarm first so everyone can evacuate and the fire service is called. Only tackle a small fire if trained and it is safe.

Question 5

Which law sets out fire safety duties for non-domestic premises in England and Wales?

  1. Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
  2. Health and Safety (Fire Prevention) Act 2001
  3. Licensing Act 2003
  4. Misuse of Drugs Act 1971
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A. Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 — The Fire Safety Order requires a responsible person to carry out a fire risk assessment and keep people safe from fire.

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