How to use Fire Extinguisher: Step-by-step guide

Fire in a house or office could be dangerous if burns seriously. When it comes to fire safety, make sure your home or workplace is prepared with the fire extinguisher. Fire extinguishers are used as a precaution for smaller or containable fires. Extinguishers can help to put them out or to mitigate a more serious situation until the fire department arrives. And, of course, if the fire is significant, your first priority should be to evacuate your home or office immediately and wait for firefighters outside.

Types of fire extinguisher:

• Class A Ordinary solid combustibles like wood, cloth, and paper products. • Class B Flammable liquids and gases. • Class C Electrical fires. (Do not use water to put out this kind of fire you could get electrocuted!) • Class D Flammable metals. • Class K Oils and grease fires. (Never use water on a grease fire it will cause the flames to explode and spread.

• Here's how to use a fire extinguisher:

• Pull: Pull the pin, this will break the tamper seal. • Aim: Aim low, pointing the nozzle or hose at the base of the fire. Do not touch the horn on a

CO 2 extinguisher, it gets very cold and can damage the skin. • Squeeze: Squeeze the handle to release the extinguishing agent. • Sweep: Sweep from side to side at the base of the fire, the fuel source, until the fire is out.

Anyone who is likely to use the fire fighting equipment should be trained on how to use it and its basic firefighting techniques. It is also essential that the right type of extinguisher is used for the fire. Most fire extinguishers for homes and public spaces are classified as Class ABC extinguishers, meaning they’re suitable for putting out wood and paper fires, flammable liquid fires, and electrical fires. stationary device

Note:

Remember to make sure that everyone in your home or workplace knows how to operate whichever fire extinguisher you have specific training will be provided as necessary in the workplace

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