Questions: In the P.A.S.S. method of putting out a fire with a fire extinguisher, what does the "P" stand for?
A. Pull pin
B. Panic
C. Push people out
D. Pray
Transcript text: In the P.A.S.S. method of putting out a fire with a fire extinguisher, what does the "P" stand for?
A. Pull pin
B. Panic
C. Push people out
D. Pray
Solution
The answer is the first one (A): Pull pin.
Explanation for each option:
A. Pull pin - This is the correct answer. The "P" in the P.A.S.S. method stands for "Pull pin," which is the first step in using a fire extinguisher. You need to pull the pin to break the tamper seal and allow the extinguisher to be used.
B. Panic - This is incorrect. Panicking is not part of the P.A.S.S. method and is not recommended in emergency situations.
C. Push people out - This is incorrect. While ensuring people are safe is important, this is not part of the P.A.S.S. method for using a fire extinguisher.
D. Pray - This is incorrect. While some might find comfort in prayer during emergencies, it is not a step in the P.A.S.S. method.
Summary: The "P" in the P.A.S.S. method stands for "Pull pin," which is the first step in using a fire extinguisher effectively.