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5Class C- energized electrical equipment, such as appliances, switches, panal boxes and power tools.
Class D– combustable metals, such as magnesium, titanium, potassium and sodium. These matals
burn at high temperatures and create their own oxygen to support combustion. They may react
violently with water or other chemicals.
Fire Extinguisher Ratings
Same as fires, A,B, C,D. Also multiple ratings, AB, BC, ABC. These are capable of putting out more
than one class of fire. All ratings are displayed on the extinguisher faceplate.
ABC-rated multipurpose dry powder extinguishers- most common. Almost always red in color, and
have a long narrow hose or no hose at all with a short nozzle. Light weight 5-25 lbs.
Water extinguishers- not often used in commercial settings and are usually silver in color, flat bottom
and long narrow hose.
CO2 , Carbon Dioxide extinguishers- usually red in color, have a large tapered nozzle, and heavy 15-
85 lbs., should not drop these, if damaged they could explode due to high pressure.
How to Use: P A S S
PULL the pin
AIM the extinguisher nozzle at the base of the flames
SQUEEZE the trigger while holding the extinguisher upright
SWEEP the extinguisher from side to side , covering the affected area with the extinguisher agent
Leave the area immediately if:
Your path of escape is threatened
The extinguisher runs out of agent
The extinguisher proves to be ineffective
You can no longer safely fight the fire
Never fight a fire when:
The fire is spreading beyond the area where it started
If you can’t fight the fire with your back to an escape route
If the fire can block your only escape route
If you do not have adequate fire fighting equipment
If you have not received proper training on fighting fires and using fire-fighting equipment
If your patient needs constant attention
If any of these situations exists, do not fight the fire alone, call for help.
Make sure you have the correct type of extinguisher for the type of fire most likely to occur
Mounted where they are accessible
Check the plastic pin in the handle, is it intact?
Make sure the pin, nozzle and faceplate are intact
Look at the guage, if present, if not, what is the weight of the extinguisher? Does it need to be
replaced or recharged? Most have gauges, if so, the guage needle should be in the green.
Waste and Hazardous Materials Management
Employee safety and health is important.
Safety: Starts with prevention
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