Question 87Safety & Environmental - 1st Asst/Chief
70% to passIf a fire broke out in an automation console, you would first secure the power and then proceed to use which of the listed hand portable fire extinguishers?
ACO2
BFoam
CDry chemical
DSoda acid
AI Explanation
The correct answer is A) CO2. In the event of a fire in an automation console, a CO2 fire extinguisher is the most appropriate choice. CO2 extinguishers are effective at extinguishing electrical fires because they displace oxygen, smother the fire, and do not leave any residue that could damage sensitive electronic equipment. The other options are not suitable for this scenario. Foam extinguishers are better suited for flammable liquid fires, dry chemical extinguishers can leave a messy residue, and soda acid extinguishers are generally not recommended for electrical fires.
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