CDL · Emergencies
Which statement about the causes and prevention of vehicle fires is correct?
Correct answer: Poorly ventilated cargo is a frequent cause of fires.
Answer options
- AKeeping a charged, properly rated extinguisher on board stops fires from starting.
- BShort circuits from damaged wiring insulation cannot start a vehicle fire.
- CPoorly ventilated cargo is a frequent cause of fires. Correct
Why
Cargo without enough airflow can let flammable vapors collect, which is one of the recognized causes of truck fires. Damaged insulation can also spark a fire through short circuits, and an extinguisher only helps you put out a fire after it starts; it does not keep one from starting.
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Topic: Emergencies License: CDL
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