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Stat-X First Responder® unit is a : Dry chemical fire extinguisher Fire extinguisher Dry chemical fire extinguisher None of the above
The Stat-X First Responder is safe and nontoxic at used concentrations? True False
More THAN ONE Stat-X First Responder device may be deployed for the same space (volume) on fire ? Yes No
Which of the following statement is true regarding the effect of the Stat-X First Responder on the fire tetrahedron (triangle) ? Displaces oxygen Removes heat Libère du bioxide de carbone (CO₂) Breaks the fire chemical reaction
In how many seconds will the Stat-X First Responder activate after the safety lever is released ? Immediately 3-5 seconds 4-8 seconds 12-15 seconds 18-20 seconds
Which of the following is most likely to occur after deploying the Stat-X Visibility in the fire ground will be reduced A discharge time of about 20 sec The smoke will turn to white or light grey All of the above
Should the use of the Stat-X First Responder be recommended prior to water application ? True - Stat-X will protect valuable equipments while water will damage some False - water remains the best fire extinguisher for all types of fire
Deployment of Stat-X First responder is appropriate for the following class(es) of fire : Class A (paper, cardboard, wood) & B (flammable liquids) & C (powered electrical equipments) Class D (combustible metals) Classe A COUVÉ (implication d’un feu plus grand que simplement la surface extérieure du combustible rendant les surfaces pyrolysées (braises) inatteignables par une intervention directe) None of the above
What safety precaution(s) should you take before deploying the Stat-X First Responder? Target the fire seat Avoid throwing the Stat-X on the occupants Avoid throwing the Stat-X on the equipments All of the above
First responders should always have access to Stat-X First Responder units during interventions in burning buildings? True. First responders should always bear with them the Stat-X First Responder for quick use while critical situations arise. False. The Stat-X First Responder must always be accessible in the boss office to ensure its immediate availability to all colleagues.
Stat-X First Responder IS NOT suitable for the following condition(s) : In volumes with significant openings High wind conditions Open warehouse All of the above
After deploying the Stat-X First Responder you should : Allow the unit to cool down before picking it up Immediately enter the area without individual protection You should immediately add an additional unit None of the above
For how many cubic feet is a Stat-X First Responder unit rated ? 800 pi3 (22,6 m3) 1000 pi3 (28,3 m3) 2000 pi3 (56,6 m3) 3000 pi3 (84,9 m3) 4000 pi3 (113,3 m3)
What are the benefit(s) of using Stat-X First Responder instead of a hand-held fire extinguisher ? It can be thrown without getting too close to the fire seat It is much easier to carry and handle It has a shelf life of 10 years All of the above
In addition to manhole fires, in which of the following scenario(s) can the Stat-X First Responder be used : A fire in automotive vehicle taking into account the maximum volume (ft3) a unit covers A burning room taking into account the maximum volume (ft3) a unit covers A burning cord of wood A & B B & C
Once determined that the Stat-X First Responder deployment IS appropriate, what IS/ARE the step(s) to follow for deployment ? Grasp the First Responder firmly Hold spoon with thumb Twist and pull the ring pin firmly Target the fire seat All of the above
Owing to its quality and innovative design, will Stat-X First Responder work if fully submerged? Yes No
Which of the following represent(s) appropriate storage(s) for the Stat-X First Responder ? In a high visibility area, an easy to access location and remote from the hazard In a hard shelled case In the cabinet along with flammable products None of the above
Stat-X aerosol is non-conductive & non-corrosive, thereby does not damage valuable equipment ? True False
Stat-X aerosol is : A mixture of inert gases A micron sized dry chemical powder Fine aerosol particles generated during activation of the Stat-X solid compound A chemical gas
The minimal residues left after deployment of a Stat-X First Responder unit are water soluble and can easily be vented, vacuumed, blown, or washed away ? True False
The main chemical species responsible for Stat-X fire suppression is : Potassium radicals Small water droplets Bioxide de carbone (CO₂) Inert gases
Stat-X aerosol suppresses fire via the following mechanism(s) : Physical by oxygen depletion Physical by heat absorption Chemical by inhibition of fire reaction A & B
Stat-X aerosol has the following impact on the Global Environment : By depleting Earth’s ozone layer Because of an atmospheric lifetime greater than 150 years Via a global warming potential It has zero ozone depletion potential as well as zero global warming potential
The Stat-X unit, when stored in appropriate conditions, has a useful life (shelf life) of : 1 year 3 years 5 years 10 years