AAFT Interview Questions and Answers

Answers to questions related to safety and fire prevention.

• Near miss is an incident that could have resulted in an accident but did not.

• An accident is an unexpected event that results in harm or injury.

• There are five types of fire extinguishers: A, B, C, D, and K.

• Confined spaces are areas that are not designed for continuous occupancy and have limited entry and exit points.

• PPEs are important because they protect workers from hazards that can cause injury or illness.

• The IS cod...read more

Safety is important at workplace to prevent accidents and injuries to employees and visitors.

• Hazard is anything that can cause harm or damage to people, property or the environment. Examples include chemicals, electricity, machinery, and noise.

• Types of fire extinguisher include water, foam, CO2, dry powder, and wet chemical. Each type is suitable for different types of fires.

• Types of scaffolding include supported, suspended, and mobile. Each type is used for different types o...read more

IS Code for full body harness, types of ladder, and SWL definition.

• IS Code for full body harness is IS 3521:1999

• Types of ladder include step ladder, extension ladder, and platform ladder

• SWL stands for Safe Working Load and refers to the maximum weight a piece of equipment can safely handle

• SWL is determined by factors such as the material strength, design, and intended use of the equipment

Layout of a building involves determining the position and dimensions of its various components.

• Start by conducting a site survey to gather necessary information about the site.

• Analyze the architectural drawings and plans to understand the building's design.

• Establish reference points and benchmarks on the site for accurate measurements.

• Use surveying instruments like total stations or GPS to measure and mark the building's boundaries.

• Set up batter boards and string lines to es...read more

Bar banding is a process of securing reinforcement bars together to form a rigid structure.

• Bar banding is done using binding wire or steel straps.

• The bars are aligned and placed in the desired position.

• Binding wire or steel straps are then tightly wrapped around the bars at regular intervals.

• The ends of the wire or straps are twisted or secured to ensure the bars are held firmly together.

• Bar banding helps in maintaining the proper spacing and alignment of reinforcement bars d...read more