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COPY 1602 SP Fire Extinguishers
COPY 1602 SP Fire Extinguishers
OSHA Requirements
If portable fire extinguishers are to be for fire control,
certain requirements must be met
If you haven’t been trained you are not allowed to use a fire extinguisher.
Types of Portable Fire Extinguisher
Constructed to extinguish fires based on the type of
material that is burning:
“Ordinary” Combustibles
Paper, wood, rubber, plastics
and textiles
“Flammable Liquids”
Oil, gasoline, solvents
“Energized Circuits”
Electrical equipment, computers
OSHA Requirements for Extinguishers
Fire extinguishers must be selected and distributed
based on the class of anticipated fires
Locking Pin
Pressure Gauge
Carrying Handle
Label:
– Type (Water, C02, Dry Chemical)
– Classification (A, B, C)
– NFPA capacity Rating
– Instructions
Have an escape plan – how will you get out of the room or
out of the building – never trap yourself
PASS:
Pull
Aim
Squeeze
Sweep
Using a Fire Extinguisher
REMEMBER: The area in front of fire extinguishers and pull alarms must
be kept clear at all times!
Using a Fire Extinguisher
If you aim at the flames the extinguishing agent will pass through the
flames and will not have an affect on the fire.
Using a Fire Extinguisher
Remember: The time to use an extinguisher is in the beginning stages of a fire. The
average portable fire extinguisher typically operates no more than a couple of minutes.
Using a Fire Extinguisher
Begin using the extinguisher from a safe distance away from the fire, then slowly
move forward as it is safe to do so.
A Review
P.A.S.S.
PULL
The Pin
AIM
At base of the fire
SQUEEZE
Operating lever
SWEEP
From side to side
Using a Fire Extinguishers
Start from a safe distance away from the fire
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Class C fire extinguishers are used for what type of fires?
A. Wood, paper, or textile fires
B. Flammable liquid fires
C. Electrical fires