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Difficulty: EasyDealing with Vehicle Fires

You have pulled over in a safe place after seeing smoke coming from your engine compartment. What is the safest way to tackle the fire using a fire extinguisher?

  1. A
    Open the bonnet fully to locate the source of the fire before spraying
  2. Direct the extinguisher through the radiator grille or a slightly raised bonnet without opening it fullyAnswer
  3. C
    Leave the engine idling while discharging the extinguisher into the front air vents
  4. D
    Walk onto the road to place a warning triangle before tackling the fire

Answer

Direct the extinguisher through the radiator grille or a slightly raised bonnet without opening it fully.
Directing the fire extinguisher through the front grille or under a slightly unlatched bonnet prevents large volumes of oxygen from rushing in. This smothers the fire effectively while protecting the person from sudden fireballs or flare-ups.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Ensure the vehicle is stopped safely, turn off the engine, and evacuate all passengers.
Cuts fuel pumping and ignition sources, reducing the risk of fire acceleration and injury.
Safety of vehicle occupants is the highest priority in any vehicle fire emergency.
2
Keep the bonnet closed or only slightly unlatched when applying the fire extinguisher.
The extinguishing material smothers the fire without letting a sudden rush of external air feed the combustion.
Opening the bonnet completely feeds oxygen to the flames and risks an immediate, dangerous flare-up.

Key Concept

Vehicle Engine Compartment Fire Safety and Extinguisher Application
Estimated Time:45s
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Dealing with Vehicle Fires

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