FIRE EXTINGUISHER TRAINING

for Staff (Refresher)

What is fire.
Classifications of fire.

What we are going to Learn:

Leading fire causes.

Fire prevention.

Importance of Portable fire extinguishers

Types of Fire Extinguishers
Portable Fire Extinguisher Mounting
Fire Extinguisher Inspection
How to use a fire extinguisher.
Making the right decision.
Reporting an emergency

What is Fire?
A rapid chemical reaction
The self-sustaining process of rapid oxidation of a fuel,
which produces heat and light

Three components

Oxygen
Heat
Fuel

Need all three

components to start a
fire
Fire extinguishers
remove one or more
of the components

CLASSIFICATION OF FIRE
There are three types of fire class ratings
to be aware of:
A

Combustibles (wood, paper, cloth)

Flammables (gasoline, grease)

Electrical (appliances)

Fuel Classifications
Class A: Wood, paper, cloth, trash, plastics

solids that are not metals.

Class B: Flammable liquidsgasoline, oil,

grease, acetone. Includes flammable gases.

Class C: Electricalenergized electrical

equipment. As long as its plugged in.

Class D: Metalspotassium, sodium,

aluminum, magnesium. Requires Metal-X, foam,

and other special extinguishing agents.

Some Causes of Fire ?

Electricity
Improper Storage
Housekeeping
Space Heaters
Cleaning Supplies
Construction
Flammable Liquids
Combustible Liquids
Machinery
Unattended Cooking
Careless smoking

Prevention is the best way to

fight a fire!

The importance of fire Portable

extinguishers?
Fire extinguishers are placed in the
workplace primarily for life safety, and
secondarily for the protection of property.
They should be used to facilitate and ensure
a safe evacuation. If it can be accomplished
safely, they can also be used to stop a small
fire before it grows into something larger.

Types of Portable Fire

Extinguishers

WATER

FOAM

ELECTRICALLY
CONDUCTIVE

CARBON
DIOXIDE

DRY
CHEMICAL
POWDER

NON CONDUCTIVE

PORTABLE FIRE EXTINGUISHER

MOUNTING.
Fire extinguisher
symbolic sign
Activation lever
(complete with safety
pin)

Fire extinguisher
information disk
Pressure Gauge
Discharge
Nozzle
Mounting surface
Floor area below
equipment

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Service Maintenance
label
Operating
instructions
Cylinder

FIRE EXTINGUISHER INSPECTION

The required monthly inspection consist of:
Extinguisher is mounted in assigned location
Access is not obstructed and sign is visible
Extinguisher is charged condition
Lock pin is in place and secured
Annual service tag is on fire extinguisher
No physical damage to fire extinguisher

How to use a Portable fire extinguisher.

PASS SYSTEM
The PASS system is a memory method to
assist in the proper use the fire extinguisher
P = PULL

(pull the pin)

A = AIM (aim hose at base of fire)
S = SQUEEZE (squeeze/Press the /Knob
handle)
S = SWEEP (sweep back and fourth)

How to use a Portable fire extinguisher.

P.A.S.S. Method
Pull the pin
This will allow you to
squeeze the handle in
order to discharge the
extinguisher

How to use a Portable fire extinguisher.

P.A.S.S. Method
Aim at the base
of the fire
Aiming at the middle will
do no good.
The agent will pass
through the flames.

How to use a Portable fire extinguisher.

P.A.S.S. Method
Squeeze the
handle
This will release the
pressurized
extinguishing agent

How to use a Portable fire extinguisher.

P.A.S.S. Method
Sweep side to
side
Spray the extinguisher at
the base of the fire.
Cover the entire area that is
on fire. Continue until fire
is extinguished. Keep an
eye on the area for
re-lighting.

How to use a Portable fire extinguisher.

Safety Precautions when fighting a fire

Stay upwind of to the

fire.
Stay low, never try to
work over top the fire.

How to use a Portable fire extinguisher.

Safety Precautions when fighting a fire

Spray the

extinguisher at
the base of the
fire.

Making That Right Decision

To use a Fire Extinguisher

You are trained in the use of extinguishers.

You know what is burning.
Fire is not spreading rapidly.
Smoke and heat has not filled the area.
You have a clear path of escape.
Follow your instincts.

Operating Procedure label

Reporting an Emergency
It is not recommended you stay in the building to call. Call from
a nearby building or a cell phone/ Radio phone
Give as much information as possible to the emergency
dispatcher.
Ensure that all persons are accounted for
at the evacuation point
Note: Each person should know where this area is located.

Assembly
Point

CONCLUSION
At the end of this training session, you

will know how to effectively use a fire

extinguisher to extinguish a fire.

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Thank You!!!!
Fire Prevention
Its Your Responsibility!!!