Fire Extinguisher Operation

Fire Extinguisher Types:

• Extinguishing agent eliminates one of the vital elements of the fire
• Many types of extinguishers available
• Know location of extinguishers

Appropriate Use of Extinguishers:

• Alarm has been sounded (Using J.V.’s emergency Plan)
• Building has been evacuated
• Fire is small and confined
• You can fight the fire with your back toward an escape route
• The extinguisher matches the fire type
• The extinguisher works effectively
• You are properly trained in the use of the extinguisher
• You are confident you can put the fire out

Inappropriate Use of Extinguishers:

• The fire is large and has grown beyond its original confined space
• Your escape path is threatened
• You are not sure if you have the correct type of fire extinguisher

Personal hazards:

• Smoke and noxious fumes
• Smoke and fumes cause unconsciousness
• Death may result

PASS Method of Fighting Fires:

Hold the extinguisher upright and:

• Pull the pin
• Aim at the base of the fire
• Squeeze the handle
• Sweep the base of the fire

Do not aim high at the flames

SAFETY IS NO ACCIDENT