What is the handling of spare oxygen equipment during a fire?

• A. Leave oxygen sources unsecured for faster access
• B. Keep oxygen sources secured and accessible; handled by trained personnel
• C. Remove all oxygen equipment from cabin
• D. Use oxygen equipment to feed passengers first

Answer: (B)

During a fire, spare oxygen equipment must be kept secured and accessible and handled by trained personnel. The reason is to control the potential hazards that oxygen equipment can present while still allowing rapid, orderly deployment for those who need it. Securing the sources prevents movement, damage, or accidental release of oxygen, avoiding fuel for the fire or injuries to crew and passengers. Keeping them in approved, secured locations ensures they don’t obstruct aisles or become projectiles, yet remain within reach for quick access when procedures call for it. Trained personnel know the correct procedures for locating, inspecting, and deploying the equipment, including safe valve operation and proper connections, reducing the risk of misuse or accidental activation. Removing or leaving oxygen equipment unsecured would create bigger safety risks, and using it to feed passengers is not the intended or safe use of the system.