Question 30 of 30
When approaching a fire from windward, you should shield firefighters from the fire by using an applicator and:
A
High velocity solid water jet
B
High expansion foam blanket throw
C
Low velocity fog
D
CO2 continuous vapor jet
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option C: Low velocity fog.
When fighting a fire from windward, using a low-velocity fog pattern from a nozzle applicator helps shield firefighters from radiant heat and smoke. The water droplets absorb heat and create a screen, allowing safer approach and application of the extinguishing agent.