Question

What part of structural fire fighting personal protective equipment (PPE) prevents scalding water and embers from reaching the ears and neck

a. Helmets
b. Wristlets
c. Protective coats
d. Eye protection devices

Answer 1

The correct answer to the following question will be Option A (Helmets).

Step-by-step explanation:

• Helmets create an additional barrier for all of the scalp, thereby shielding the person from one of the more prominent causes of brain injury.
• It intended to minimize the risk of serious damage to the neck and head by reducing the level of a blow or accident.

No other alternative can prevent a person from hitting the ears as well as the neck by scalding hot water and flames.

Therefore, Option A is the right answer.