Which class of fire involves energized electrical equipment?

Class C.

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  1. Class C ✔
  2. Class A
  3. Class B

Why: Class C fires involve live electrical equipment. Shut off the power before fighting them when possible.

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Class C: where the spark is still on duty.
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Answer: Class C. Class C fires involve live electrical equipment. Shut off the power before fighting them when possible.

  1. Scouting America: Fire Safety www.scouting.org/merit-badges/fire-safety
    Explain the different classes of fires.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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