Proper Use of Portable Fire Extinguishers: The PASS Method Explained
Using a Portable Fire Extinguisher
Utilizing the PASS Method
Types of Fires
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Class A – Class A – Ordinary combustibles such
as wood, paper, plastic, rubber and cloth
•
Class B – Flammable and combustible liquids
and gases
•
Class C – Electrical fires (in electrical
equipment)
•
Class D – Combustible metals
•
Class K – Cooking oils (commercial kitchens)
Safety Rules
•
Use an extinguishers ONLY if you have been
trained to uses it.
•
Fire Extinguishers are for SMALL FIRES in the
early stages
•
Know where you extinguishers are located
Safety Rules cont.
•
Do not put extinguishers in an upright position
unless you are holding it
•
All fire extinguishers should have an inspection
tag and trigger seal and a pin
•
After use Do Not place back into serviced until
it has been refilled.
Fire Extinguisher Anatomy
Extinguishing a Fire with
an Extinguisher
•
Locate the fire
•
Stand 6 to 8 feet away from fire
•
Stand in an upright position holding the
extinguisher firmly with both hands
Proper Position
Extinguishing a Fire with
PASS
Method
•
P
ull the Pin – Pull the pin breaking the
thin wire or plastic seal
•
A
im the nozzle – Aim the nozzle or hose
towards the base of the fire
•
S
queeze the handle – Squeeze the
handle together to release the agent
•
S
weep the nozzle – Sweep the nozzle
back and forth to cover the burning
material
Extinguishing a Fire with
PASS Method
Using a Portable Fire Extinguisher
Utilizing the PASS Method
Learn about the different types of fires and safety rules when using fire extinguishers. Understand the anatomy of a fire extinguisher and how to properly extinguish a fire using the PASS method. Follow step-by-step instructions on using a portable fire extinguisher effectively and safely.
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Using a Portable Fire Extinguisher Utilizing the PASS Method
Types of Fires Class A Class A Ordinary combustibles such as wood, paper, plastic, rubber and cloth Class B Flammable and combustible liquids and gases Class C Electrical fires (in electrical equipment) Class D Combustible metals Class K Cooking oils (commercial kitchens)
Safety Rules Use an extinguishers ONLY if you have been trained to uses it. Fire Extinguishers are for SMALL FIRES in the early stages Know where you extinguishers are located
Safety Rules cont. Do not put extinguishers in an upright position unless you are holding it All fire extinguishers should have an inspection tag and trigger seal and a pin After use Do Not place back into serviced until it has been refilled.
Extinguishing a Fire with an Extinguisher Proper Position Locate the fire Stand 6 to 8 feet away from fire Stand in an upright position holding the extinguisher firmly with both hands
Extinguishing a Fire with PASS Method Pull the Pin Pull the pin breaking the thin wire or plastic seal Aim the nozzle Aim the nozzle or hose towards the base of the fire Squeeze the handle Squeeze the handle together to release the agent Sweep the nozzle Sweep the nozzle back and forth to cover the burning material
Extinguishing a Fire with PASS Method
Using a Portable Fire Extinguisher Utilizing the PASS Method
