Solution to Extended Learning – Activities and Projects Question 2 of NCERT Class 8 Science Chapter 4 Combustion and Flame

2. Find out the number, type and location of fire extinguishers available in your school, nearby shops and factories. Write a brief report about the preparedness of these establishments to fight fire.

Answer:

I took a walk around my school to survey the firefighting equipment available. I also visited some shops and factories near my residence to learn more about how they have prepared in case of a fire. I have presented these findings in the form of a report below:

School:

Number of Fire Extinguishers: 10

Types of Fire Extinguishers: There are 3 water, 2 foam, and 5 CO2 extinguishers.

Locations: The fire extinguishers are strategically spread throughout the school. There is at least one on each floor. The two science laboratories each have two inside them

Nearby Shops:

Number of Fire Extinguishers: Collectively 8.

Types of Fire Extinguishers: There are 3 water, 2 foam, and 2 dry powder extinguishers.

Locations: The fire extinguishers are installed near entrances and high-traffic areas within the shops.

Nearby Factories:

Number of Fire Extinguishers: Total of 25 fire extinguishers.

Types of Fire Extinguishers: A diverse range of water, foam, dry powder, CO2, and wet chemical fire extinguishers were observed.

Locations: Fire extinguishers are strategically placed all over the factory premises, including near machinery, and inflammable materials like chemical stockpiles, LPG, oxygen cylinders and also at exit points.

” Find out the number, type and location of fire extinguishers available in your school, nearby shops and factories. Write a brief report about the preparedness of these establishments to fight fire.” – Solved.

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