Question 14 of 30
Immediately after a class "B" fire has been extinguished by the use of foam, crewmen should:
A
A) Carefully apply a low velocity fog over the foam blanket
B
B) Wade through the foam blanket to evenly distribute the foam
C
C) Be careful not to disturb the foam blanket
D
D) Sweep the foam blanket overboard and secure firefighting equipment
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option C: C) Be careful not to disturb the foam blanket.
Disturbing the foam blanket allows oxygen to reach the fuel, potentially causing the fire to reignite. The blanket must remain intact until the area is confirmed safe.