HOME SAFETYFire Extinguisher

Training29 CFR 1910.157

Session ObjectivesYou will be able to:

Identify different classes of fireChoose the appropriate type of extinguisherUse a fire extinguisherInspect and maintain extinguishers

Fire TriangleOxygenFuelIgnition

Class AOrdinary

combustiblesWoodPaperPlasticGarbage

Class BFlammable liquids

GreaseGasolineOilSolvents

Class CEnergized electrical

equipmentAppliancesSwitchesPanel boxesPower tools

Class DCombustible metals

MagnesiumTitaniumPotassium and sodiumPyrophoric materials

Classes of Fires—Any Questions?Any questions

about the fire triangle or the different classes of fires?

Extinguishing the FireRemove heatRemove oxygenRemove the fuel

Water ExtinguishersRated only for

Class A firesSpread a grease

fireCause an

electrical shock on a Class C fire

Increase a metal fire

Dry Chemical ExtinguishersBest all-around

choiceHelp prevent

re-ignitionMake a messClass ABC

contains ammonium phosphate

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

Metal ExtinguishersClass D ratedPowdered copperSodium chlorideForm an airtight crust over the

fire

Types of Extinguishers— Any Questions?Any questions

about the different types of fire extinguishers?

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

PASSPullAimSqueezeSweep

Inspect ExtinguishersMonthly

inspectionExtinguisher not

blockedPressure is

acceptablePin and seal are

intactNo dents or

damagePerformed by

EH&S

Care and MaintenanceKeep extinguisher cleanReplace if damagedRecharge immediately after useHave hydrostatic testing doneRemove non-rechargeables after 12 years

Locations and SignsReadily accessibleHighly visible

sign.

Types of Extinguishers— Any Questions?Any questions

about using, inspecting, and maintaining fire extinguishers?

Key Points to RememberFire triangleFire hazard classKnow your extinguishersFight or flightPASS

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