Question

in the event of a fire, what is the best way to determine if a door is safe to open?
a. avoid touching it except to kick it open
b. check it for heat with your forearm
c. check it for heat with the back of your hand
d. check it for heat by grabbing the doorknob
please select the best answer from the choices provided

Explanation:

The back of the hand is more sensitive to heat than the forearm. Grabbing the doorknob (if hot) could cause burns and make it hard to let go. Kicking the door open is dangerous if the door is hot (could spread fire, cause injury). Checking with the back of the hand is a standard safety procedure as it allows for a quick heat check without a firm grip (so you can pull away quickly if hot).

Answer:

C. Check it for heat with the back of your hand