Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Question #763 (Set 23)

Portable-foam fire extinguishers are designed for use on what classes of fires?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option C — A and B

Stored-pressure and chemical foam extinguishers are rated for Classes A and B fires. They effectively smother surface liquid fires (Class B) and penetrate porous carbonaceous materials (Class A) using aqueous solutions.

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