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Imagine the result
Fire Extinguisher Training
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Extinguisher Use• Fire extinguishers should be located
throughout your office and marked with a fire extinguisher sign.
• Fire extinguishers may be located in field vehicles and should be securely mounted.
• ARCADIS does not require anyone to use a fire extinguisher unless required at a client site.
• Never attempt to use an extinguisher if there is any question that your personal safety could be compromised. Your safety comes first!
• When using a fire extinguisher, keep your back at and to the door, and front to the fire so you can exit quickly.
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Extinguisher Use• The “Old” extinguisher labeling system recognizes
four classes of extinguishers:
• Class A, B, C and D
• As seen in the next slide, the new extinguisher labeling system uses pictures to identify the type of fire the extinguisher and for what type of fires it can be used.
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Types of ExtinguishersClass A
Extinguishes ordinary combustibles such as wood and paper.
Ordinary Combustibles
Class B
Extinguishes flammable liquids such as grease, gasoline and oil.
Flammable Liquids
Class C
Extinguishes electrically charged fires using a non-conductive agent.
Electrical Equipment
Class D
Used for fires involving flammable metals. The extinguisher is often specific to the metal type.
CombustibleMetals
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Extinguisher Use
Multi-class Ratings: Many extinguishers used today can be used on different types of fires and will be labeled with more than one type of designator.
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Multi-class Ratings: The new labeling style may show what the extinguisher is NOT suitable for.
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Common Types of Extinguishers• Dry Chemical
– Usually rated for multi-purpose use
– Contains extinguishing agent and uses compressed, non-flammable gas as a propellant
• Carbon Dioxide– Most effective on liquid and electrical fires (Class B and C)
– Since the gas disperses quickly there is a limited range of 3-8 feet
– The CO2 is stored as a compressed liquid. As it expands, it cools the surrounding air. Causes ice to form on the horn of the extinguisher
– Limited range of 4-8 feet
• Water– Contains water and compressed gas
– Should only be used on combustible, Class A fires
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Using a Fire Extinguisher
When using an extinguisher remember PASS:
Pull
Aim
Squeeze
Sweep
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Using a Fire Extinguisher
Pull – Pull the pin at the top of the extinguisher that keeps the handle from accidentally being pressed.
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Aim – Aim the nozzle toward the base of the fire.
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Squeeze – Stand approximately 8 feet away from the fire and squeeze the handle to discharge the extinguisher. If you release the handle, the discharge will stop.
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Sweep – Sweep the nozzle back and forth at the base of the fire.
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Using a Fire Extinguisher
Once the fire is extinguished, watch closely in case fire re-ignites.
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In Keeping with Our Purpose, Vision & ValuesKeep H&S on TRACK
Think through the task
Recognize the hazards
Assess the risks
Control the hazards
Keep health and safety first in all things
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IMAGINE THE RESULT