Which three elements make up the fire triangle?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Heat, fuel and oxygen
- Step 1: A fire needs a source of ignition (heat), something to burn (fuel) and oxygen. Step 2. Remove any one and the fire goes out. Answer: Heat, fuel and oxygen. Why not the others: Smoke, ash, water and wind are not the three elements.
Practise more Fire safety, first aid and emergency action.
Free questions with an explanation for every one, and full timed CSCS Card Health, Safety and Environment Test mock tests.
More Fire safety, first aid and emergency action questions
- Removing the oxygen from a small fire by covering it with a fire blanket is an example of
- Which label colour identifies a water extinguisher, which has a red body?
- Which extinguisher is suitable for a fire involving live electrical equipment?
- On which fire should you NOT use a water extinguisher?
- What is the correct order of actions when you discover a fire?
- What should you do when the fire alarm sounds?