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An Essential Home Fire Extinguisher

2/7/2021

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We all know that fire extinguishers are necessary in every household.  A s this device used to put out fires, often in emergency situations. It should not be used for reasons such as out-of-control flames, which endanger the user or require the skills of a fireman.
 
What are the 4 steps in using a fire extinguisher? A guide to using a fire extinguisher.
Acronyms such as "PASS" explain how to execute four simple tasks.

  • Pull the  (Pin)To crack the seal on a fire extinguisher, pull the trigger and pull. When correctly mounted, this pin protects the handle from inadvertently being squeezed. Immediately starting checking the extinguisher. How deep the extinguisher can spew flames, which tells the user how to target the extinguisher goal

  • Aim- the fire at an acceptable distance. Place the fire extinguisher, nozzle or outlet at the base of the fire.

  • Squeeze- Squeeze the handles together and squeeze out the toxic agent. To interrupt release, pull the handles.
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  • Sweep- Sweep the extinguisher nozzle in a horizontal direction, clearing the area in front of the flames. If an A-Class fire has been extinguished, then put out any residual hot spots.
 
Different Kinds of Fire Extinguishers.

Cartridge Operated Dry Chemical- are able to put out fires caused by oil, electricity, textiles, paper, liquids, flammable liquids, petrol, diesel, electrical, office equipment, and cooking oil fires.

Water mist extinguishers can be used to extinguish wood fires, petrol fires, gas fires, electrical fires and cooking oil fires.
 
Dry powder fire extinguishers work by interrupting the chemical reaction and cutting off the supply of oxygen. A person can use flammable liquid fires.
 
Water and Foam is used on Class A and B fires. Water mist fire extinguishers are more versatile than dry chemical fire extinguishers, because they can also be used on solid fuels like wood and paper.
 
Carbon Dioxide are ideal for places with a lot of electrical equipment because they are safe to use on fires involving electrical apparatus. Carbon dioxide extinguishers do not leave any residue.
 
Dry Chemical Extinguisher for Class A, B and C fires. They can be used on wood, paper, cloth, trash, flammable liquids and energized electrical equipment.
 
Wet chemical fire extinguishers are used on deep fat fryers, and fat fires. Some are also used on A class fires (solids). Use an extinguisher for small fires
 
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Conclusion:
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Fire extinguishers must be maintained regularly to avoid any risk to the health and safety of the public. Your fire equipment professional is the ideal person to perform the annual maintenance because they have all the necessary training and experience to complete the task. Were you issued a Fire Extinguisher inspection already? 

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