Which step checks for a secure neck seal?

• A. Check neck seal for a secure fit
• B. Grasp hole in neck seal and widen the thumbs
• C. Pull hood down until headband is fitted to the forehead
• D. Move away from the fire

Answer: (A)

Fitting and checking the neck seal is about confirming there are no gaps where hot smoke or contaminated air could sneak in. The best step is to check the neck seal for a secure fit because it directly verifies that the seal is snug against the skin and properly seated around the neck. This ensures the protective barrier is intact from the outset.

Other actions don’t test the seal itself: widening the hole in the neck seal would weaken or break the seal; pulling the hood down to position the headband is about head coverage rather than the neck seal; and moving away from the fire is a safety move but doesn’t confirm the seal’s integrity.