Safety & Environmental Protection (Deck) USCG Question #686 (Set 20)

Which type of portable fire extinguisher is best suited for putting out a Class D fire?

Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation

Correct Answer: Option A — Dry powder

Class D fires involve combustible metals like magnesium, titanium, and aluminum. Dry powder extinguishers are specifically formulated to form a crust over the burning metal, smothering the fire without reacting dangerously with the molten metal, unlike standard water or gas agents.

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