Empower Your Safety: Mastering Fire Extinguisher Use

Introduction

Mastering the use of fire extinguishers is not only essential for safety professionals but also for everyone in an organization. This insight gives a comprehensive understanding of how to use a fire extinguisher effectively to combat different types of fires.

Classes of fires and appropriate extinguishers

Understanding the different classes of fires is crucial in determining the appropriate fire extinguisher to use. This section explains the various classes of fires and the corresponding extinguishers to use.

Using a fire extinguisher

Learn the PASS (Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep) technique of using a fire extinguisher and the critical factors to consider when operating one. This section also covers the safety precautions to adhere to during operation.

Fire extinguisher inspection

Maintaining a fire extinguisher in good working condition is as important as knowing how to use one. Learn the key elements to inspect on a fire extinguisher and the frequency of these inspections.