Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Standardized Awareness Practice Test

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What does a red marking on a NFPA label indicate?

Instability hazard
Health hazard
Flammability hazard
Special hazard

The correct answer is: Flammability hazard

The red marking on a National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) label specifically indicates a flammability hazard. NFPA labels use a color-coded system to communicate the risks associated with materials, and red is designated for flammability. In this system, a numerical rating from 0 to 4 is applied within the colored sections. A rating of 0 indicates that the material will not burn, while a rating of 4 signifies that the material can rapidly burn and poses a significant fire hazard. This information is crucial for emergency responders and safety personnel to effectively assess and manage fire risks when dealing with hazardous materials. Understanding the flammability associated with a substance allows for appropriate preventative measures and emergency responses to be implemented.