TCFP Plans Examiner Practice Test

A portable fire extinguisher, rated at how many BC, must be located within what distance of a tar kettle?

1. 20 BC, 15 feet

2. 30 BC, 20 feet

3. 40 BC, 25 feet

4. 50 BC, 30 feet

The correct answer is: 40 BC, 25 feet

The correct answer reflects the requirement for fire safety measures regarding the use of tar kettles, which are significant fire hazards due to the nature of the material they handle. A portable fire extinguisher must have a rating of at least 40 BC to ensure sufficient capacity for extinguishing potential fires associated with a tar kettle. The distance of 25 feet is specified to ensure that the extinguisher is readily accessible in the event of a fire, allowing for quick response while still maintaining a safe distance from the cooking process. This proximity is crucial for effective firefighting without putting the user at risk of being caught in the flames or heat emitted from the tar kettle. This combination of the 40 BC extinguisher rating and the 25 feet distance is based on generally accepted fire safety protocols, which aim to prevent small incidents from escalating into larger fires. Other options present variations in rating and distance that do not meet the safety requirements established for tar kettles.