RAFF Exit Exam • Set 3 Question 15 of 30
What class of fire is a smoldering fire of wood, textiles, paper and other carbonaceous ?
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Direct Answer
Option A: Class A
Class A fires involve ordinary combustible carbon-based solid materials such as wood, paper, textiles, and rubber, which typically form glowing embers during the smoldering combustion phase and require water for deep cooling.
All Options
A
Class A
(Correct Answer)
B
Class B
C
Class C
D
Class D
Detailed Explanation & Context
Class A fires involve ordinary combustible carbon-based solid materials such as wood, paper, textiles, and rubber, which typically form glowing embers during the smoldering combustion phase and require water for deep cooling.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Refresher Advanced Fire Fighting (RAFF).
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