Extinguishers are first aid fire fighting
equipment. There are 4 groups of extinguishers
1.Water type (red colour): these are
extinguishers that expel water. They are suitable for class A fires.
2.Foam type (creamy/ yellow colour):
these are two types viz: chemical and mechanical. They are used for class B
3. CO2 type (black colour): These expel
carbon dioxide. They are good for class C fires
4. Dry chemical powder (blue colour):
They are good for class D fires. They can be pressurized or contain
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How to use Fire Extinguishers
Even though extinguishers come in a number
of shapes and sizes, they all operate in a similar manner. Here's an
easy acronym for fire extinguisher use:
- P A S S -- Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep
- Pull the pin at the top of the extinguisher that keeps the handle from being accidentally pressed.
- Aim the nozzle toward the base of the fire.
- Squeeze the handle to discharge the extinguisher. Position yourself approximately 8 feet away from the fire. If you release the handle, the discharge will stop.
- Sweep the nozzle back and forth at the base of the fire. After the fire appears to be out, watch it carefully since it may re-ignite!
