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1 Fire Extinguisher Training By UC ANR EH&S

2 Introduction What should you do if there is a fire What types of fires are there What types of extinguishers are available How to use a Fire Extinguisher How to inspect a Fire Extinguisher

3 What should I do if there is a fire? Some things you need to think about – Are you in imminent danger? Do you have a safe way to exit the area? How big is the fire? What type of fire is it? Remember – Using a fire extinguisher by ANR employees is completely voluntary Run Hide Fight

4 If you are: In imminent danger – Evacuate to a safe area DO NOT have a safe way to exit – Find a way to exit the area or make an exit and evacuate to a safe area Remember: No Fire is worth risking your life.

5 How big is the Fire? Small Trash or Incipient Fire Desk or Room Fire Building Fire

6 What type of Fire is it? ABC rated fires are the most typical in an office setting

7 Elements of a Fire Fuel – Can be from vapor, liquid, or a solid source Oxygen – In the air around the fire Heat – As small as a spark or a large heat source Need all three to have a fire, remove one and the fire will die OXYGEN HEAT FUEL

8 Types of Extinguishers Fire Extinguisher Chart ExtinguisherType of Fire Type Special Notes Water Dangerous if used on ‘liquid fires’ or live electricity Foam Not practical for home use Dry Powder Safe use up to 1000V Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Safe on high and low voltages YesNo ABCK

9 What Type do We Have? In most office setting the extinguisher is a Dry Chemical rated for A, B, & C fires. Location should be designated with a sign and on your emergency route map. Instructions on how to use the extinguisher are found on the extinguisher itself and sometime on a separate pamphlet.

10 Fire Extinguisher Anatomy

11 Is there a danger in using a Fire Extinguisher? In most cases fire extinguishers do not pose a direct hazard to the operator. Dry Chemical – Have a non-toxic powder that may be like a nuisance dust if inhaled Carbon Dioxide - The CO2 will be cold coming out and will displace the oxygen in the room. If problems due occur, remove yourself and others from the area. Consult your SDS for specific health and protective measures for your extinguisher SDS – Safety Data Sheet

12 What are the limits of a Fire Extinguisher? Have an Effective range of 6 to 10 feet Have a duration of 10 to 20 seconds dependent on size Only work on small, semi-contained fires Only work if you know where they are and how to use them Home use extinguishers (non-rechargeable) have a shelf life of 8-10 years Note: Never throw a fire extinguisher at a fire!!!

13 How to use a Extinguisher P - Pull A - Aim S – Squeeze S - Sweep

14 Before you attempt to extinguish a fire: Make sure everyone has left, or is leaving, the building. Make sure the fire department has been called/alarm sounded. Make sure the fire is confined to a small area and is not spreading. Be sure you have an unobstructed escape route to which the fire will not spread. Be sure you know what’s likely burning and your extinguisher is right for the fire. It is reckless to fight a fire in any other circumstances. Instead, leave immediately and close off the area.

15 For more information refer to the: ANR Fire Control and Suppression Policy and Procedure Safety Note #50 & 72

16 Fire Extinguisher Training If you need more information please visit http://safety.ucanr.edu Thank You

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