Pull the pin aim at base of fire squeeze the handle sweep from side to side types of fires. Inspections annual fire extinguisher maintenance is performed by a professional fire protection company. Cooking fires cooking fires are the number one cause of home fires and home fire injuries. Online fire extinguisher training university of south. Annual fire extinguisher education and training is required by osha 29 cfr 1910.
Identify a safe evacuation path before approaching the fire. What fire is causes of fire importance of portable fire extinguishers classifications of fire types of portable fire extinguishers visual inspection how to use a portable fire extinguisher rules for fighting fires reporting an emergency. The kind of fire extinguisher safety training a company will have to provide depends on if they expect the employees to use the extinguishers, and if the company has designated certain employees as those who can use the extinguishers. Learn about child care training, personnel requirements, director credentials and how to register for training classes in your area. Portable fire extinguishers shall be provided for employee use and selected and distributed based on the classes of anticipated workplace fires and on the size and degree of hazard which would affect their use. Some extinguishers are combination types that can be used on several different types of fires. Download free mep calculation excel sheets, autocad drawings, and training courses for hvac, firefighting, plumbing and electrical systems design. Educational materials available from the fire equipment. If you were to use the wrong type of fire extinguisher on the wrong class of fire, you may or may not be able to control or even extinguish the fire. Only trained personnel are authorized to use a portable fire extinguisher. Fire extinguisher tips when choosing a fire extinguisher, bigger is always better. Covid19 requirements for use of personal protective equipment ppe.
There is nothing in our facility that is worth a human life. Fire extinguisher training program fire safety, at its most basic, is based upon the principle of keeping fuel sources and ignition sources separate. Fire extinguishers safety training handout extinguishers are classed by the type fire they can put out. It is the sole responsibility of the supervising employee to ensure all employees under their direction obtain fire extinguisher training. Only use a fire extinguisher when the fire is in its early stages you dont know what is burning. May 09, 2017 osha fire extinguisher training requirements based on evacuation and fire fighting options listed above. We recommend you make a copy of the handout that comes with. Extinguisher program training presentation to employees. A fire incident is the ultimate test of the triangle. For more fire protection training materials, please visit. Remember they have limited capacity and will typically work for about 10 30 seconds depending on size, so use wisely. Guidelines for monthly fire extinguisher inspections. Fire extinguisher inspection a safety officers guide.
The fire extinguisher training program is designed to be used as a training program for authorities having jurisdiction ahjs and other interested parties. Osha requirements for portable fire extinguisher training. Select an extinguisher with an easytoread pressure gauge and clear instructions. Using a fire extinguisher safely the following steps should be followed when responding to incipient stage fire. Portable fire extinguisher training classification of fire class b or flammable and combustible liquids and gases this includes all hydrocarbon and alcohol based liquids and gases that will support combustion. 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. Use the fire extinguisher only if you have attended practical training.
Know what to do if you find a fire be able to correctly and safely select. Unless you know what is burning, you wont know what type of fire extinguisher to use. Class d extinguishers are recommended on burning metal. Three things must be present at the same time to produce fire. It is important to know what type of extinguisher you are using and how to use it properly. I have identified things i feel are important points for you to learn from this presentation. How to use a portable fire extinguisher brought to you by. Fire extinguisher program environmental health and safety.
You can usually find them in hallways, laundry rooms, meeting rooms, kitchens, mechanicalelectrical rooms, and near exit doors. The wrong type of extinguisher can be dangerous or life. Over 90% of fires in commercial properties are extinguished early on by members of the public using a fire extinguisher. The abc extinguisher is the most common type for general use. Removal from service of obsolete fire extinguishers pdf a guide for portable fire extinguisher placement and maintenance within a commercial building. Many people in this situation have reported that their mind goes blank.
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. Even if you have an abc fire extinguisher, there may be something in the fire that is going to explode or produce toxic fumes. Training will occur prior to initial assignment and at least annually thereafter. Even a single malfunctioning fire extinguisher can put countless lives at risk.
Once a fire extinguisher passes its annual inspection or reissued, it is verified with a dated inspection tag. Always position yourself with an exit or means of escape behind you before you attempt to use an extinguisher to put out a fire. Osha fire extinguisher training requirements based on evacuation and fire fighting options listed above. If a fire extinguisher is damaged, involved in an incident where damage could result, or if the extinguisher shows signs of corrosion, it will be removed from service until it is inspected and recharged by the contractor. Portable fire extinguisher national conservation training. Class d extinguishing equipment is marked with a yellow.
Fire extinguisher training st marys, fetcham, fire extinguisher training. Fire extinguisher training fire safety, at its most basic, is based upon the principle of keeping fuel sources and ignition sources separate. The higher the number, the more firefighting power. Larger fire extinguishers last longer, giving you more time to fight the fire and get to safety. On even numbered years this training will be conducted by a member of the local fire department where possible and. The wrong type of extinguisher can be dangerous or life threatening. 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. On even numbered years this training will be conducted by a member of the local fire department where possible and will include live fire hands on use of the extinguisher. This education and awareness program was designed to supplement handson fire extinguisher education and training. Class d fire extinguishers are not used on any other class of fire.
Fire class of extinguisher extinguisher fire it limitations type extinguishes comments dry chemical a, b, c generally good for use in roofing. Because fire grows and spreads so rapidly, the number one priority for residents is to get out safely. These companies have the proper tools and training to ensure proper maintenance. Remember they have limited capacity and will typically work for about 10. The class, quantity, and placement of fire extinguishers.
A portable fire extinguisher can save lives and property by putting out a small fire or containing it until the fire department arrives. We recommend you make a copy of the handout that comes. Fire extinguisher use training workplace fire safety. Satisfy oshas training mandate by showing our safework fire extinquishers at work video. Know what to do if you find a fire be able to correctly and safely select and use a fire extinguisher. Fire extinguisher locations fire extinguishers are located throughout the workplace and readily accessible in the event of a fire. The material in a class d extinguisher is a foam product that puts out the fire by replacing the oxygen near it. Our firefighter training and education articles provide a wide range of insights.
Do not allow the fire, heat, or smoke to come between you and your evacuation path. Fire extinguishers are one element of a fire response plan, but the primary element is safe escape. Operating instructions are facing relatively outward for obvious viewing. It is designed to assist the ahj in recognizing the proper selection, placement, classification, and maintenance of portable fire extinguishers. October 1, 20 one question i get asked a lot during mockosha inspections is whether or not the federal osha standards for portable fire extinguishers requires employees to do hands on training with extinguishers. Operation of a fire extinguisher is a voluntary action. Two courses introducing the types of fire extinguishers, classes of fire and fire triangle. Every proposal, every installation and all maintenance performed on every fire extinguisher or fire extinguishing system should strive to complete and maintain this triangle concept.
Fire extinguisher weight vs rating the weight of the extinguisher is based on the amount of the extinguishing agent. Every household should have a home fire escape plan and working smoke alarms. Know what to do if you find a fire be able to correctly and safely select and use a. Page 3 types of fire extinguishers different types of fire extinguishers are designed to fight different classes of fire. Fireman training is an important component of fire rescue and safety. This directive applies to team members conducting inperson, frontline activities, including adult protective investigators, child protective investigators, child care regulation and department licensing staff. Its very important to understand the four different fire or fuel source classifications. If you would like to receive this training, please watch the employee fire extinguisher training video see.
This requirement does not apply to the integral fuel tank of motor vehicles. Fire extinguisher training western carolina university. Upon activating the fire extinguisher, the bottom of the extinguisher body failed. Chances are you will know whats burning, or at least have a pretty good idea, but if you dont, let the fire department handle it.
Extinguishes by cooling burning material below the ignition point. The department ensures that auxiliary aids and services are provided for those customers and companions who are deaf and hardofhearing. Portable fire extinguishers just remember pass reference 1910. Sound the fire alarm and call the fire department, if appropriate. A safety officers job is to perform regular fire extinguisher inspections and maintain up to date records to keep buildings and tenants safe. This course increases participants aware of fire prevention and initial response in the event of fire using quick action guides. It also includes information on common fire causes, how to prevent fires and what to do if there is a fire in their workplace. Quality scaffolding across new england commonwealth scaffold. It is the sole responsibility of the supervising employee to ensure all employees under their direction obtain fire extinguisher training if employees want to use fire extinguishers. Use the right type of extinguisher for fighting the fire.
Dcf training florida department of children and families. Actually its a tetrahedron, because there are elements that must be present for a fire to exist. Understanding this will allow you to correctly use the right fire extinguisher. It cannot be known which extinguisher or which system will be depended upon to operate in a fire incident. The following table illustrates the types of extinguishers, fire classes for which each is used and the limitations of each extinguisher.
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