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Session ObjectivesYou will be able to:
Identify different classes of fireChoose the appropriate type of extinguisherUse a fire extinguisherInspect and maintain extinguishers
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Fire TriangleOxygenFuelIgnition
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Class AOrdinary
combustiblesWoodPaperPlasticGarbage
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Class BFlammable liquids
GreaseGasolineOilSolvents
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Class CEnergized electrical
equipmentAppliancesSwitchesPanel boxesPower tools
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Class DCombustible metals
MagnesiumTitaniumPotassium and sodiumPyrophoric materials
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Classes of Fires—Any Questions?Any questions
about the fire triangle or the different classes of fires?
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Extinguishing the FireRemove heatRemove oxygenRemove the fuel
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Water ExtinguishersRated only for
Class A firesSpread a grease
fireCause an
electrical shock on a Class C fire
Increase a metal fire
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Dry Chemical ExtinguishersBest all-around
choiceHelp prevent
re-ignitionMake a messClass ABC
contains ammonium phosphate
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Carbon Dioxide (CO2) ExtinguishersClass BC-ratedMost Contain Carbon
DioxideShould not be used on
Class D—metal firesDo not leave a residueAre a good choice for
computers or electronics
Must be used 3 to 8 feet from the fire
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Metal ExtinguishersClass D ratedPowdered copperSodium chlorideForm an airtight crust over the
fire
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Types of Extinguishers— Any Questions?Any questions
about the different types of fire extinguishers?
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Fight-or-Flight DecisionAlarm has been pulledFire dept. has been
calledFire is small and
containedYou can avoid the
smokeExit is clearExtinguisher is nearbyYou have been trained
to use the extinguisher
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PASSPullAimSqueezeSweep
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Inspect ExtinguishersMonthly
inspectionExtinguisher not
blockedPressure is
acceptablePin and seal are
intactNo dents or
damagePerformed by
EH&S
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Care and MaintenanceKeep extinguisher cleanReplace if damagedRecharge immediately after useHave hydrostatic testing doneRemove non-rechargeables after 12 years
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Locations and SignsReadily accessibleHighly visible
sign.
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Types of Extinguishers— Any Questions?Any questions
about using, inspecting, and maintaining fire extinguishers?
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Key Points to RememberFire triangleFire hazard classKnow your extinguishersFight or flightPASS