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Preventing Laundry Fires in the Workplace – SS5088AE (12 Min.)

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1

Lint is highly flammable and can ignite when heat builds up inside a dryer or vent system.

True
False

2

Overloading a dryer can increase the risk of fire by restricting proper airflow.

True
False

3

Warm laundry can be safely left in a tightly packed pile because it will naturally cool before becoming a fire hazard.

True
False

4

Items contaminated with oil, grease, or certain chemicals can present a fire hazard when placed in a dryer.

True
False

5

If a dryer takes much longer than normal to dry laundry, it may be a warning sign of a ventilation or equipment problem.

True
False

6

Employees should continue using a dryer if it has a burning smell, as long as no flames are visible.

True
False

7

What should be done with laundry promptly after the drying cycle is complete?

Leave it in the dryer until the next load is ready
Place it in a tightly packed basket
Allow it to cool in a well-ventilated area
Cover it with a blanket

8

Which of the following is a warning sign that a dryer may be overheating or malfunctioning?

Laundry dries faster than usual
A burning smell
The lint screen is clean
The laundry room is well ventilated

9

If flames are clearly visible inside a dryer, what should you NOT do?

Alert nearby employees
Activate emergency procedures if necessary
Open the dryer door
Call emergency services

10

When should an employee attempt to use a fire extinguisher on a laundry fire?

Whenever smoke is visible
Only if trained and it is safe to do so
Before notifying anyone else
Only after opening the dryer door