Question

what should you do if a workers clothing catches fire and a fire extinguisher is not available?

leave the area immediately
use water to put out the fire, regardless of surrounding conditions
wrap the victim with blankets or towels after checking for electricalhazards
encourage the victim to run to help put out the fire

Explanation:

Analyze emergency response options

1. Running fans the flames and increases the fire's intensity.
2. Leaving the area abandons a victim in life-threatening danger.
3. Using water without checking surrounding conditions (such as live electrical equipment) can cause electrocution or other hazards.
4. Smothering the flames with a blanket or towel (after ensuring there are no electrical hazards) safely deprives the fire of oxygen.

Answer:

• Leave the area immediately
• Use water to put out the fire, regardless of surrounding conditions
• Wrap the victim with blankets or towels after checking for electrical hazards (Correct answer)
• Encourage the victim to run to help put out the fire