Only then should you permit yourself to fight a small fire. Fire extinguishers should be inspected on a monthly basis. Carbon dioxide extinguishers are filled with nonflammable carbon dioxide gas under extreme pressure. Fire extinguishers are an extremely effective item of fire fighting equipment, but only if you know how to use them properly. Pdf handson fire extinguisher training apparatuses. Theoretically, fire extinguishers put out fire by taking away one or more elements of the fire tetrahedron. If you use the wrong type of fire extinguisher on the wrong class of. All fire extinguishers fire extinguisher special deals foam fire extinguishers co2 fire extinguishers water fire extinguishers water mist extinguishers powder fire extinguishers wet chemical extinguishers p50 servicefree fire extinguishers fire blankets automatic extinguishers stainless steel fire extinguishers electrically safe fire extinguishers fire extinguisher id signs class d. For more details, see our wet chemical fire extinguishers page. The simple guide to using fire extinguishers vivint. The minimax fire extinguishers utilize multiuse abc dry chemical for the protection of light and ordinary hazards. Fire extinguishers mod els fe3a40gr fe4a60bc important. There really is no substitute for handson training, so if your company offers this, leap at the chance. Pull, aim, squeeze and sweep 1 pull the pin located at the top of the extinguisher.
It is not recommended that children use fire extinguishers. Having training and experience can make the difference in getting the fire put out before it gets out of control. Keep the appropriate extinguishers fire on hand for the fire hazards found in a particular workplace and ensure workers are trained to determinewhich extinguishers to. Portable fire extinguishers are for small fires only a small amount of fire fighting. Abcs of portable fire extinguishers a fire extinguisher is a storage container for an extinguishing agent such as water or chemicals. Also the type of fires it is appropriate and safe to use on.
Know locations of extinguishers in your area and how to use them. This is used near electrical equipment when trying to avoid the residue that other extinguishers might leave. Compare fire extinguisher types and see how stopfyre is a more reliable and effective fire extinguisher. Only use a fire extinguisher on or near electrical equipment if the extinguisher carries the electrical safety icon, a lightning flash with arrow. A higher number means the extinguisher can battle a bigger blaze. These would normally be co2, powder, clean agents and water mist. Aim the nozzle or hose at the base of the fire from the recommended safe distance. What conditions must be met when deciding when to use a fire extinguisher. The symbol although simplistic, is a good analogy, how to theoretically extinguish a fire, by creating a barrier using foam for instance and prevent oxygen getting to the fire. Squeeze the operating lever to discharge the fire extinguishing agent. Fire extinguishers read the instructions on your extinguisher for proper use. On the other hand, some fire extinguishers can put out several different types of fires. Of the 1,153 fires reported, portable fire extinguishers successfully extinguished 1,055 fires 91.
How to use a fire extinguisher marsden fire safety. Selection of fire extinguishers there are a number of types of portable fire. The extinguisher must be easily accessible and in good working order. If you are insta lling this fire extinguisher for use by others, you must leave this manualor a copy of itwith the. Selection and positioning of portable fire extinguishers 05 august 2014 in 2008, the fire industry association fia carried out a survey into the usage of portable fire extinguishers which showed that 80% of the fires fought with them were successfully extinguished and that in 75% of cases there was no need to call the fire and rescue services. Points to remember you are not required to fight a fire. Use a fire extinguisher when all of these questions are answered yes. Criteria for fighting the fire fire is smalland contained you have safe egress exit route can be reached without exposure to fire available extinguishers are rated for size and type of fire when fighting the fire remember to keep an exit to your back when the fire extinguisher is empty get out. The fire department should only be called for large fires. Emergency services certified the same for uses in class. Class a,b,c,d or k and instructions on how to use it.
This separates the fuel from the oxygen in the air. By combining the 52a rated extinguishers with a 40be rating and. Larger fire extinguishers last longer, giving you more time to fight the fire and get to safety. The fire must be discovered in its incipient stage for the extinguisher to be effective. Use this mental checklist to make a fightorflight decision. How to use water fire extinguishers a short help guide showing how to use water fire extinguishers on the different types of fires they are suitable for. Fire extinguisher guide fire extinguishers are there only to fight small fires. Using the correct type of extinguisher for the fire, use the fourstep pass technique. Do not allow the fire, heat, or smoke to come between you and your evacuation path.
The pin will release a locking mechanism that will allow you to discharge the extinguisher. It is designed to put out a small firenot a big one. The minimax fire extinguishers utilize multi use abc dry chemical for the protection of light and ordinary hazards. The class, quantity, and placement of fire extinguishers. Using a fire extinguisher on or near electrical equipment. Firefighting and fire prevention bureau of reclamation. Class d extinguishers are recommended on burning metal. The latter standard mainly covers the smaller size of fire extinguisher, while bs en 3 covers fire extinguishers from 1kg to 12kg and 2litres to 9litres capacity. Are fire extinguishers reusable once youve partially used. Using portable fire extinguishers in the event of a fire, the correct use of a portable fire extinguisher could mean the difference between suffering a minor loss or a major one.
The relevant fire protection measures should be noted. Staff who are required to operate fire fighting equipment should be. Each fire extinguisher is slightly different but they are essentially operated the same. The material in a class d extinguisher is a foam product that puts out the fire by replacing the oxygen near it. Amerex corporation makes original factory parts available to insure proper maintenance use of substitute parts releases amerex of. Application of firefighting equipment portable and fixed. Fire safety, at its most basic, is based upon the principle of keeping fuel sourcesand ignition sourcesseparate. Fire extinguishers should not be used by people who have not been trained. When used properly, portable fire extinguishers can save lives and property by putting out a small fire or containing it until the fire department arrives. Fire is the rapid oxidation of any combustible material. The successful use of any type of fire equipment fire extinguishers, fire suppression systems, hose lines. Amerex corporation makes original factory parts available to insure proper maintenance use of substitute parts releases amerex of its warranty obligations. Fire extinguishers are labeled according to the type of fire on which they may be used.
Selection and positioning of portable fire extinguishers. Fire extinguisher guide total fire safety fire safety. Fire extinguishers safety training handout extinguishers are classed by the type fire they can put out. When utilizing proper bracketing they are suitable for marine applications as well. Sound the fire alarm and call the fire department, if appropriate. Potassium, sodium, aluminum, and magnesium burn at extremely high temperatures. Fire extinguishers discharge in a matter of seconds. A brief lesson on the classes of fire and how to use a fire extinguisher there are four classes of fires. Preventing farm equipment fires nebraska forest service. Fire extinguishers and fire blankets tasmania fire service. Class c extinguishers may be used to extinguish class a, class b, and class c fires. You should only use that type of extinguisher on type a fires. Keep the appropriate extinguishers fire on hand for the fire hazards found in a particular workplace and ensure workers are trained to determinewhich extinguishers to use for different types of fi res.
Back away from the fire area to safety once the fire is out. Portable fire extinguishers for home use, however, are not designed to fight large or spreading fires. Safety data sheet merge adjuvant emulsifiable concentrate. The successful use of a fire extinguisher depends on the following conditions.
These extinguishers will be found in a variety of locations. This survey is based on the performance of 2,987 fire extinguishers on 1,153 fires. The extinguisher must be the right type for the fire. Before tackling a fire with a fire extinguisher make sure you or someone else has raised the fire alarm and that you have a safe evacuation route. Fires involving wood or cloth, flammable liquids, electrical current or a combination of. Know the location of all telephones,emergency exits and fire extinguishers. I however have installed foam based fire extinguisher both for interior of coach and a foam based extinguisher in the engine compartment. This users manual contains important information about your fire extinguishers operation.
The powder also works to interrupt the chemical reaction of fire, so these extinguishers are extremely effective at putting out fire. Understanding fire extinguisher ratings angies list. Three components need all three components to start a fire fire extinguishers remove one or more of the. You can recognize a co2 extinguisher by its hard horn and lack of pressure gauge. The powder also works to interrupt the chemical reaction of fire. Class a fires involving ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, cardboard, and most plastics.
Fire extinguisher locations fire extinguishers are located throughout the workplace and readily accessible in the event of a fire. It comes complete with a booklet of forms and checklists to aid the responsible person to maintain a record of the extinguishers on their premises. The pressure in the cylinder is so great that when you use one of these extinguishers, bits of dry ice may shoot out thehorn. If you are in any doubt do not tackle the fire, no matter how small. Combine fires fire extinguishers and fire safety company. Here we offer a guide describing how to use the various extinguishers. Fire extinguishers are designed to be as simple to operate as possible and you will find some basic. Portable fire extinguishers, if used properly, can make that difference. Combine fires ake fire extinguishers and fire safety. Different types of fire extinguishers are designed to. Weve put together a list of all of common fire extinguishers and their uses. Move forward or around the fire area as the fire diminishes. But there are several things to consider in using fire extinguishers.
Fire and evacuation training james cook university. Essentially, fire extinguishers put out fire by taking away one or more elementsof the f ire triangletetrahedron. You can usually find them in hallways, laundry rooms, meeting rooms, kitchens, mechanicalelectrical rooms, and near exit doors. A fire extinguisher with a 1a rating is equivalent to 1.
Class d fire extinguishers are not used on any other class of fire. By applying water you can lower the temperature below the. Not all fires are the same, and they are classified according to the type of fuel that is burning. Jun 14, 2017 view your fire extinguisher use and maintenance. Depending on the size of your home, its a good idea to have a few fire extinguishers around in the kitchen, in the garage, and near all turkeys you may be deep frying. Employees who have been designated to use fire extinguishers as part of the emergency action plan, must be trained on how to use the fire extinguishers appropriately in the workplace 29 cfr 1910. Amerex strongly recommends that the maintenance of portable fire extinguishers be done by a trained professional your local authorized amerex distributor.
Create a picture in your mind that will reflect the instructions on the extinguisher. Class d extinguishing equipment is marked with a yellow. The following steps should be followed when responding to incipient stage fire. When it comes to portable fire extinguishers theres quite a choice some extinguishers use powders and others use water, foam or co 2. These units are designed for both commercial and industrial applications based on the classifications of fire. Fires involving wood or cloth, flammable liquids, electrical current or a combination of those will each react differently to extinguishers. However, they must be of the correct type for the particular fire, and they must be used correctly. Extinguishers used for these fires are identified by a green triangle with. Smouldering material in deep seated fires such as upholstery or bedding can cause the fire to start up again. Pdf on jul 25, 2017, awwad dababneh and others published handson fire extinguisher training apparatuses. They can be used, set aside and used again, until they are empty. Know the location of all fire extinguishers in your facility. Labeling on the fire extinguisher identifies which class of fire it is appropriate for. Recommendations for colour coding to indicate the extinguishing media contained in portable fire extinguishers provides recommendations.
See how stopfyres longterm value compares to traditional dry chemical fire extinguishers. If you own a business, when periodic disharge tests are due or you are replacing your. Even a small contained fire can quickly spread, producing smoke and fumes which can kill in seconds. Stay low when youre in a fire situation to avoid breathing smoke and vapors. These extinguishers are very effective at putting out fire. Know how to use a fire extinguisher before you are in a situation where you have to use it. Identify a safe evacuation path before approaching the fire. Select an extinguisher with an easytoread pressure gauge and clear instructions. A halfempty extingusher is better than no extinguisher at all. Dry chemical extinguishers put out fire by coating the fuel with a thin layer of dust. Fire extinguishers meeting bs en3 are manufactured with a red body and have a band of a second colour covering between 510% of the surface relating to the. If in doubt get out, call the fire service out and stay out. Train flight crewmembers on the proper use ofhand extinguishers.
You have safe egress route can be reached without exposure to fire. Safe use of fire extinguishers fire extinguisher safety dos and donts do. Belvue business centre, belvue road, northolt, middlesex, ub5 5qq. Fire extinguishers are an integral part of the fire safety provisions for any building and it is important to ensure that the correct type of fire extinguisher is installed and maintained. Dry chemical extinguishers put out fire by coating the fuel with a thin layer of dust, separating the fuel from the oxygen in the air. Different extinguisher types have to be applied differently. Fire extinguisher colour codes uk fire extinguishers meeting bs en3 are manufactured with a red body and have a band of a second colour covering between 5.
Usage of fire extinguishers fire extinguisher singapore. Only very cheap,and small powder extinguishers will spit out powder nonstop until they. Not having any experience could use up precious time, discharge the contents too quickly and be ineffective trying to put the fire out. Some extinguishers are combination types that can be used on several different types of fires using a fire extinguisher pass pull the pin aim at base of fire squeeze the handle sweep from side to side types of fires class a. Many states require fire extinguishers to be inspected and serviced by a trained professional annually. So i asked alek and his crew for some fire extinguisher basics i could share. This training is a specialized form of education that focuses on developing or improving skills and it must be provided annually and when. If youre unsure about whether or not its safe to use a fire extinguisher, and for all other situations, alert others, leave the building, and call 911 from a mobile or neighbors phone. Water and foam based extinguishers should not be used on fires involving an electrical.
If you have the slightest doubt about your ability to control the situation, do not fight the fire. Read some of the most commonly asked questions about stopfyre. Please click here to submit your questions and comments. Rv fire extinguisher use and maintenance rv repair club.
The appearance of the internet version of this manual. Carbon dioxide co2 this is appropriate for class b flammable liquids and class c electrical fires. A class c fire extin guisher is marked with a blue circle containing the letterc. For example, you may see a fire extinguisher with an a, b, and c rating. Extinguishes by cooling burning material below the ignition point. Choose a fire extinguisher that carries the label of an independent testing laboratory, such as ul. A and b rated fire extinguishers also use numbers to show how large a fire they can fight. An extinguisher is labeled according to whether the fire on which it is to be used occurs in wood or cloth, flammable liquids, electrical, or metal sources.
Badger fire protection 8767 seminole trail, suite 202 ruckersville, va 22968 tel 8004463857. A single fire extinguisher was used to extinguish the fire in 561 reported fires 48. A brief introduction to fire extinguishers and fire types. Class of fire extinguisher is appropriate for instructions on use. You could use that type of fire extinguisher to put out type a, type b, and type c fires. Fire extinguisher handbook fire protection association.
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