If the fire test circuit loop is inop but the fire light is illuminated, what is the appropriate action?

If the fire test circuit loop is inop but the fire light is illuminated, what is the appropriate action?

• A. Trust the fire indication and take standard precautions
• B. Ignore the light and continue normally
• C. Reset the circuit loop before acting
• D. Crew must perform a separate fire test immediately

Answer: (A)

When a fire indication is active, you treat it as a real warning and take standard firefighting precautions, even if the fire test circuit loop is inop. The fire light is your immediate signal of potential danger, and acting on that signal promptly is the safest choice. Resetting the loop isn’t advised because it could mask a fault and delay or obscure a true fire condition, while ignoring the light or delaying action could put people and the aircraft at greater risk. If feasible, follow your standard fire-response procedures—secure the area, notify maintenance, and apply fire suppression or isolation steps as prescribed by your SOP.

When a fire indication is active, you treat it as a real warning and take standard firefighting precautions, even if the fire test circuit loop is inop. The fire light is your immediate signal of potential danger, and acting on that signal promptly is the safest choice. Resetting the loop isn’t advised because it could mask a fault and delay or obscure a true fire condition, while ignoring the light or delaying action could put people and the aircraft at greater risk. If feasible, follow your standard fire-response procedures—secure the area, notify maintenance, and apply fire suppression or isolation steps as prescribed by your SOP.