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Here are the answers:

What’s the difference between AR (Arc-Rated) and FR (Flame-Resistant) clothing?

a) There is no difference between AR and FR. 

b) In short, all FR is AR, but not all FR is AR. 

c) The fabric used to create FR clothing is subject to additional testing beyond what’s required for AR clothing. 

d) In short, all AR is FR, but not all FR is AR.

What are engineered flame-resistant fabrics? They:

a) Are engineered to be flame-resistant at the either the molecular level, fiber level, fabric level, or a combination of two—or all three to self-extinguish when the ignition source is removed. 

b) Are treated with flame-retardant chemicals that slow the rate at which the flame-resistant fabric burns. 

c) Keep people cool during thermal events to prevent second-and third-degree burns from the heat of the flames. 

d) Make individuals 100% fireproof, even during intense thermal events such as flash fire

ASTM F 1506 6.3 requires that FR garments must be labeled with all of the following information, EXCEPT:

a) Arc rating (ATPV) or arc rating (EBT). 

b) Manufacturer’s name. 

c) Location of origin. 

d) Tracking identification code system.

According to NFPA 2113 5.1.1-5.1.7, in regard to mandatory FR protection for the Oil & Gas industry, which of the following describes an example of PPE non-compliance?

a) Sleeves fully unrolled. 

b) Coveralls zipped up. 

c) Ankles duct taped to keep debris out. 

d) FR undergarments worn as base layer.

Which of the following are covered under NFPA® 2112?

a) Capabilities and characteristics of FR fabrics. 

b) Construction of the FR garment, including the types of closures to be used. 

c) Comfort. 

d) All of the above.

What is necessary for a combustible dust fire?

a) Fuel. 

b) Ignition. 

c) Oxygen. 

d) Confinement. 

e) All of the above.

Do standards permit you to layer non-FR undergarments beneath FR garments?

a) Yes. 

b) No. 

c) Maybe.

Can I add the arc ratings of 2 FR garments?

a) Yes, two arc ratings can be added resulting in the sum total of both. 

b) No, you must get your layered system tested to know your combined arc rating.

Which resource provides information about how to select, use and properly maintain FR clothing?

a) NFPA® 2112. 

b) NFPA® 2113. 

c) OSHA. 

d) Third-party certifications.

Which of the following solvents may safely be used with FR workwear?

a) DEET 

b) Liquid Detergent 

c) Dryer Sheets 

d) Liquid Fabric Softener