This useful guide provides the enduser with information about how to choose, use and site fire extinguishers. Fire extinguisher training program fire safety, at its most basic, is based upon the principle of keeping fuel sources and ignition sources separate. If you use the wrong type of fire extinguisher on a fire, you can, in fact, make matters worse. Some extinguishers are classified for only one type of fire, others may be classified for multiple types of fires. Complete the simple form below to immediately launch your complimentary online training course now. Use the fire extinguisher only if you have attended practical training. Water and foam based extinguishers should not be used on fires involving an electrical. Fire extinguisher locations fire extinguishers are located throughout the workplace and readily accessible in the event of a fire. Fires are classified according to the type of fuel that is burning. The documents are available free of charge in pdf format. Extinguishers used for these fires are identified by a green triangle with. Class d firesare fires in combustible metals such as potassium, sodium, aluminum and magnesium. Fire is a rapid chemical reaction of oxidant with fuel. The european standard bs en3 specifies that all fire extinguisher bodies are to be coloured red regardless of the contents of the extinguisher.
It is a must both in homes and businesses to place fire extinguishers throughout the building for safety. Using a fire extinguisher university of california. Fire extinguishers are designed to tackle specific types of fire. Class d fires are fires in combustible metals such as potassium, sodium. People also talk about fire extinguisher types in terms of the material that comes out of the extinguisher to put the fire out for example, water, carbon dioxide, powder, etc. The label shown below on the fire extinguisher will have either a letter rating or a picture denoting which class it is good for. The district encourages all businesses and homeowners to keep a fire extinguisher available, especially in kitchen and garage areas, and offer training to those who may need to use the extinguisher. Using the wrong type of extinguisher for the wrong type of fire can be life threatening. Class a fires involve wood, cloth, paper, rubber, plastic. Fire extinguishers safety training handout extinguishers are classed by the type fire they can put out. Fire extinguisher training university of california, san diego. Which type of extinguisher has a hard horn on the end of a flexible hose or metal arm. Remove the power and the class c fire becomes one of the other classes of fire.
Three things must be present at the same time to produce fire. This powerpoint presentation will give you some knowledge about the fire triangle, the different classification of fires, the different types of fire extinguishers, and give you instruction on how to properly use a fire extinguisher. There are several different classifications of fires based primarily on the fuel source. Fire classes type water afff foam abc powder c0 2 wet.
Upon activating the fire extinguisher, the bottom of the extinguisher body failed. Safety alert fire extinguisher a fatal injury occurred in indonesia resulting from the operation of a gas cartridge type dry chemical powder filled fire extinguisher. The fire classification system is designed to categorise fires into groups based on the type of fuel involved. Group sessions are often the best use of everyones training time, and a successful way for supervisors and safety coordinators to ensure employees receive training. Class b fires involving flammable liquids such as petrol, diesel or oils. Fire basics fire extinguisher overview types of fire extinguishers following the. It is not intended for use on an outofcontrol fire, such as one which has reached the ceiling, endangers the user i. The bullseye laserdriven fire extinguisher training system is utilized to provide a safe, handson training experience.
Chapter 4 employee fire and life safety training 7. Each fire extinguisher also has a numerical rating that serves as a guide for. Portable fire extinguishers proper selection reference 1910. However, they must be of the correct type for the particular fire, and they must be used correctly. It is important that you select an extinguisher that is appropriate for the class of fire that you may encounter. Extinguishers are labeled to correspond to the classes of fires they are designed to fight. Per nfpa 10, burning may be classified into one or more of the following fire classes and your fire protection specialist will select the right fire extinguisher size and agent for the hazard. Also the type of fires it is appropriate and safe to use on. Fire extinguisher training yale emergency management. Portable fire extinguisher fire equipment manufacturers association. Pull the pin aim at base of fire squeeze the handle sweep from side to side types of fires. There are six different classes of fire and several different types of fire extinguishers. Using the wrong type of fire extinguisher can put yourself in danger or make the fire worse. Each fire class is represented by a letter of the alphabet with the exception of electrical which are simply referred to as electrical fires and an icon.
Represent the types of fire or class, for which the extinguisher has been approved for. Know what to do if you find a fire be able to correctly and safely select and use a. Class k fires are fires in cooking oils and greases such as animal fats and vegetable fats. Only use a fire extinguisher when the fire is in its early stages you dont know what is burning. This is produced as a guide, always check manufacturers recommendations for use and suitability. The 3 as cont attempt attempt to fight a fire only after the first two steps have been completed and you feel confident in yourself to do so. Every fire extinguisher is rated for the types of fires its effective in putting out. The five classes of fire fire prevention methods types of fire extinguishers including type k how to select the appropriate fire extinguisher how to correctly use a fire extinguisher situations when not to fight a fire fire extinguisher inspection program contents. Page 3 of 3 general fire principles of a fire extinguisher. Back away from an extinguished fire in case it flames up again. Having your employees trained in the proper use of a fire extinguisher is important.
The fire classification system is designed to categorise fires into. Fire extinguishers are to be located so that no employee will ever be more than 75 feet from an extinguisher. Fire is the rapid oxidation of any combustible material. Fire extinguisher training st marys, fetcham, fire extinguisher training. All extinguishers now have a 5% area of the label that is colour coded which denotes its contents see colour coded bands below. Demonstrate the ability to extinguish a trashcan fire, using a portable extinguisher 9. During the month of november, we are offering you the opportunity to take our fire extinguisher online class free of charge. Dnvglst0371 fire safety portable fire extinguishers. Fire extinguisher classification lafayette, in official. Some extinguishers are combination types that can be used on several different types of fires. This type of extinguisher is designed to handle the three primary types of fires. The test laboratory shall confirm that the extinguisher body is properly documented. This exam will test your knowledge regarding fire extinguishers and their uses.
Always position yourself with an exit or means of escape behind you before you attempt to use an extinguisher to put out a fire. An abc extinguisher will have a label like this, indicating that it may be used on class a, b and c fires. Basic fire extinguisher training online powerpoint training. Types of fires and extinguishing agents the fire equipment.
Be sure that the fire extinguisher is large enough to put out the fire because many portable types will discharge completely within a matter of seconds. The numbers before b and c are a measure of the amount of square feet the fire extinguisher can put out. Extinguishes by cooling burning material below the ignition point. The research methods for accomplishing the first of these three project goals involved searches of archived news stories and fire reports. Do you have the right fire extinguishers for your unique risks. Dry chemical extinguishers put out fire by coating the fuel with a. Evacuate immediately if the extinguisher is empty and the fire is not out. Type of extinguishers and the classes of fire for which they can be used. Class a fires involving ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, cardboard, and most plastics. Class a class a extinguishers are for ordinary combustible materials such as paper, wood, cardboard, and most plastics. The image above shows a fire extinguisher that can put out types a, b, and c fires. S sweep the extinguisher hose from side to side until the fire is completely out.
This type of fire burns with an ember, leaves an ash, and is best extinguished by removing the heat side of the triangle. Bc fire extinguisher can extinguish a fire over 10 sq ft. Read about fire extinguishers classes, types and use to learn all about the right type of extinguisher to us in any situation. A good way to ensure this is to keep the exit at your back. List the information contained on an extinguisher label 7. Fire extinguisher safety training fuel classifications fires are classified according to the type of fuel that is burning. Belvue business centre, belvue road, northolt, middlesex, ub5 5qq. Fire extinguishers are divided into four categories, based on different types of fires. Fire extinguishers are labeled with standard symbols identifying the types of fires they can fight. We want to increase staff confidence in an emergency, while helping promote a safer work environment. A brief lesson on the classes of fire and how to use a fire extinguisher there are four classes of fires.
Class a fires involving solid materials such as wood, paper or textiles. Osha requires a minimumrated 10b fire extinguisher be provided within 50 feet of the point of job site use of more than 5 gallons of flammable or combustible liquids or 5 pounds of flammable gas. A aim the extinguisher the base of the fire, this will allow you to hit the fuel. Classes of fires and extinguishers not all fires are the same. Option 1there are no portable fire extinguishers, and all employees are evacuated after an alarm is sounded. Fires are classified by the types of materials that are burning. Class d combustible metals d magnesium sodium potassium titanium zirconium other flammable metals fire extinguisher types class a fires only. Class c fires involve live electrical equipment and require the use of an extinguishing agent andor extinguisher that will not conduct electricity back to the fire. S squeeze the top handle or lever, this will release the pressurized extinguishing agent. St marys fire extinguisher training manual fire safety, at its most basic, is based upon the principle of keeping fuel sources and ignition sources separate. A im the extinguisher nozzle or hose at the base of the fire. Basic fire extinguisher training course the information contained in this manual was obtained from the international fire service training association ifsta and the national fire protection association nfpa, and is used strictly for training purposes by the department of public safetys bureau of fire prevention. Avoid placing it in an extremely hot or cold place.
How to use a fire extinguisher only attempt to fight a fire if it is small and contained, you have a means of escape at your back, you know what is burning and your instincts tell you its okay. For example the number in front of the a classification is the rating and indicates how much water the extinguisher is equivalent to, and. Use the right type of extinguisher for fighting the fire. Dnvglst0371 edition june 2015 fire safety portable fire extinguishers.
However, they must be of the correct type for the particular fire, and they must be used. Whenever possible, use the buddy system when using a fire extinguisher. If you use the wrong type of fire extinguisher on the wrong class of fire, you might make matters worse. Its very important to understand the four different fire fuel classifications. Basic fire extinguisher training online powerpoint. Theres not enough time to read instructions when a fire occurs. Aug 08, 2017 fire extinguisher training can be presented for work groups upon request. You can usually find them in hallways, laundry rooms, meeting rooms, kitchens, mechanicalelectrical rooms, and near exit doors. A fire extinguisher is an active fire protection device used to extinguish or control small fires, often in emergency situations. Fire extinguisher ratings are based on the five classes of fires. An apw water extinguisher is safe to use on an electrical fire.
Fire extinguisher technicians full course 4 days ifeda. Today we will discuss the five different classes of fire. Unless you know what is burning, you wont know what type of fire extinguisher to use. They are safe to use on electrical fires as there is. Retraining retraining shall reestablish employee proficiency and introduce new or revised control methods and procedures, as necessary. Fire extinguishers are organized into five classes. You have the proper fire extinguisher for what is burning. Fire extinguisher safety training this training program was established to create a broader awareness for the safety of the university of northern iowa students, faculty and staff and their environment. Fire extinguisher ratings numeral fire class range direct index of the size fire the quantity of agent can handle 1a thru 40a a trash wood paper indication of the square foot area of flammable liquid the extinguisher will handle 1b thru 640b b liquids grease c electrical equipment no numeral is used because there are no degrees of. Dry chemical extinguishers put out fire by coating the fuel with a thin layer of dust, separating the fuel.
No equipment, boxes or product may be placed even temporarily in the way of a fire extinguisher. When buying fire extinguishers for your business, its important to buy the right type of fire extinguisher for your needs. Youve got to choose the right fire extinguisher for the job. Fire extinguisher classification it is vital to know what type of extinguisher you are using. Class b fires generally involve materials that boil or bubble. Carbon dioxide co2 co2 extinguishers are found where electrical appliances or flammable liquids are situated. Amerex recommends location at a 50 foot minimum distance from the hazard with an unobstructed access. Employers that select this option are relieved from compliance with the fire extinguisher rule unless a specific osha standard in 29 cfr part 1910 requires that portable fire. What do the letters and numbers by the fire extinguisher. Know what to do if you find a fire be able to correctly and safely select.
Explain the extinguisher location and spacing rules in nfpa 10 materials needed. Cooking fires cooking fires are the number one cause of home fires and home fire injuries. Fire extinguishers are categorized by the types of fires they can extinguish and the size of the fire they are capable of extinguishing. This article originally appeared in the october 2015 issue of. Keep reading to learn more about abc fire extinguishers and why you need them in homes and offices in malaysia. You dont want to mistakenly use a bc extinguisher on a class a fire, thinking that it was an abc extinguisher. The numerical rating on these types of extinguishers indicates the amount of water it holds and the amount of fire it can extinguish. Fire extinguisher guide fire extinguishers are there only to fight small fires. Carbon dioxide extinguisher works on classes b and c and works by suffocating the fire. If you need to purchase a fire extinguisher, you may have questions about the different types that are available. Fire extinguisher training revolution fire protection ltd. The class, quantity, and placement of fire extinguishers. Discharge the extinguisher within its effective range using the p.
Fires are broken down into four classes as shown below. The wrong type of extinguisher can be dangerous or life threatening. It is therefore critical to select the right extinguishers, then correctly position and maintain the equipment. Each fire extinguisher will be assigned a unique number. Launch your free online fire extinguisher training now. Carbon dioxide extinguishers are designed for which types of fuels. Always have an exit to your back in case you need to escape. If you are looking for the ultimate extinguisher in malaysia, you need to get an abc fire extinguisher. Fire extinguisher technicians full course 4 days course description this fire extinguisher technicians full course is ideal for anyone wishing to undertake and become a competent person in the election and installation, and commissioning and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers. Do not place this extinguisher close to a potential fire hazard.
This test is intended for use by members of pumping station. The fire wont block your exit if you cant control it. Online fire extinguisher training university of south. Understand fire extinguisher types, operating procedures, capabilities, and limitations. For example, a simple water extinguisher might have a label like the one below, indicating that it should only be used on class a fires.
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