Question 874 Deck Safety

The correct answer is D) All of the above. Water fog or water spray has several advantages over a straight stream of water when fighting an oil fire: 1. It requires less water to remove the same amount of heat. The fine water droplets in a fog or spray pattern have a greater surface area-to-volume ratio, allowing them to absorb heat more efficiently than a solid stream. 2. It has a smothering effect on the fire. The water droplets displace oxygen and create a steam barrier that helps smother the flames. 3. It provides more protection to firefighting personnel. The dispersed water pattern offers better coverage and shields firefighters from the intense heat of the oil fire. Therefore, all of the listed advantages apply to the use of water fog or water spray over a straight stream of water when fighting an oil fire.