911 Dispatcher Practice Test

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What action is required when a fire alarm is triggered?

Secure the area immediately
Evacuate the premises
Call for an ambulance
Investigate the source of the alarm

The correct answer is: Evacuate the premises

The appropriate action when a fire alarm is triggered is to evacuate the premises. This response is crucial for ensuring the safety of all individuals in the building. Fire alarms indicate a potential fire or emergency situation that may endanger lives. By evacuating, people can move to a safe location, minimizing the risk of injury or worse. While securing the area may be important in certain contexts, during a fire alarm, the priority shifts to getting everyone out promptly rather than attempting to contain a situation that may possibly be dangerous. Investigating the source of the alarm can also pose risks, especially if smoke or fire is present, as it could lead to exposure to hazards. Calling for an ambulance is not typically necessary unless there are injuries, which would be the result of a fire rather than the first response to an alarm. The emphasis in a fire alarm scenario must always be on immediate evacuation to protect lives.