PPT-Fire Extinguisher Use DISCLAIMER

This training material presents very important pertinent information It should not be assumed however that this program satisfies every legal requirement of every state Some states require the training be developed and delivered by an individual with specific training and experience. Use . Fire . Extinguisher. Make Up of Fire. Fire is made up of the following . attributes.. 1. . Heat.. 2. . Fuel.. 3. . Oxygen.. Fire is a chemical chain reaction.. If you can remove any one of these you can control or defeat fire.. Special Applications. CCS Partner meeting, September 2013, Anders Trewe. Cobra on special . applications. Navy. Coast . Guard. MIRG. Salvage. Nuclear. Industrial. Maritime. Navy – Firefighting onboard own ship. Team 6. Garrett . Ellanson. Jeffrey Ethier. Sean Tacey. Inspection. OSHA requires that fire extinguishers be inspected annually and must keep records of this inspection for a year.. When fire extinguishers are being inspected or recharged, a suitable replacement device must be present until the fire extinguisher is returned. . Cordelia Fire District. Prepared by: Bryan Thompson. Overview. What is a fire extinguisher?. Classes of extinguishers. Closer look at the extinguishers we use at CFD. Extinguisher Maintenance . What is a fire extinguisher?. D. Fire Prevention & Protection. Objectives. Understand the combustion process and different fire classes.. Understand fire extinguisher types, operating procedures, capabilities, and limitations. . . . Fires can either be extinguished by . smothering. the flames with a fire blanket or clothing ( . removing the oxygen. ) or by using a . fire extinguisher. ( . removing the heat. ). To use a fire extinguisher properly, it must be . Step by Step Approach. No obstruction to access or visibility. Look to see if the indicator button is down.. If the button is up remove the unit from service. Visually inspect the hose and nozzle to ensure they are in good condition. . USE OF PORTABLE . FIRE EXTINGUISHERS. JULY 2011 SAFETY MEETING. Annual portable fire extinguisher training is required because…?. You are expected to use a fire extinguisher at work. Cal/OSHA regulations. Special Applications. CCS Partner meeting, September 2013, Anders Trewe. Cobra on special . applications. Navy. Coast . Guard. MIRG. Salvage. Nuclear. Industrial. Maritime. Navy – Firefighting onboard own ship. Fire Safety, at its most basic, is based upon the . principle of keeping fuel sources and ignition sources separate.. The Fire Triangle. Enough. . OXYGEN. . to sustain combustion. Enough. . HEAT. . Environmental . Health and Safety. (405) 744-7241. Current as of . January 2018. Objectives. Types . of Fires. Fire Triangle / Tetrahedron . Evacuation. Fire Prevention. Types of Extinguishers. How to Use an Extinguisher. and Protection. Introduction. Fires and explosions kill more than 200 and injure more than 5,000 workers each year. There is a long and tragic history of workplace fires in this country caused by problems with fire exits and extinguishing systems. If portable fire extinguishers are to be for fire control, certain requirements must be met. Only approved portable fire extinguishers can be used. They must be maintained in an operable condition at all times. If you are involved in a fire, remember R.A.C.E. to help you respond safely and correctly: R = RESCUE anyone in immediate danger from the fire, if it does not endanger your life A = ALARM : sound t