1. Fire Extinguisher & Fire Hose Reel

2. Learning Objectives Cadets should be able to:
Identify parts of an Extinguisher
Apply the correct procedures of operating an Extinguisher
Understand the advantages of using the Hose Reel
Correctly operate a Hose Reel

3. Scope Introduction Types of Extinguisher Parts of Extinguisher
Operating the Extinguisher
Safety Precautions (Extinguisher)
Hose reel System
Using the Hose reel
Safety Precautions (Hose reel)
Practical
Conclusion

4. IDENTIFICATION & PARTS OF EXTINGUISHER
Fire Extinguisher:
A fire extinguisher is a portable device specially designed to put out small fires.
3 Common types of portable fire extinguishers :
1. Water
2. Carbon Dioxide (CO2)
3. Dry Chemical Powder

5. Water Fire Extinguisher
Suitable: Class A fires only

6. Parts of a Water Fire Extinguisher
NOZZLE
FLEXIBLE
TUBE
CYLINDER
DISCHARGE
LEVER
CARRYING HANDLE
PRESSURE
GAUGE
SAFETY PIN
BASE

7. Carbon Dioxide Fire Extinguisher
Suitable for: Class A*, B and C fires
*Most effective for very small or confined-space Class A fires

8. Carbon Dioxide Fire Extinguisher
Parts:
Carbon Dioxide Fire Extinguisher
CYLINDER
BASE
DISCHARGE
HORN
TUBE
SAFETY PIN
LEVER
CARRYING
HANDLE
Note: Do NOT Hold the Discharge Tube when operating the CO2 Fire Extinguisher as it might lead to frostbite.

9. Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher
Suitable for: Class A, B and C* fires
*May corrode electrical equipment

10. Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher
Parts:
Dry Powder Fire Extinguisher
BASE
CYLINDER
DISCHARGE
LEVER
NOZZLE
FLEXIBLE
TUBE
PRESSURE
GAUGE
SAFETY PIN
CARRYING
HANDLE

11. Method of Operation Carry the extinguisher to the site of fire
Pull out the safety pin
Aim the nozzle at the base of the fire
Squeeze the grip lever firmly
Sweep from side to side

12. Safety Precautions
a. Do not use water extinguishers for Class B (flammable liquids and gases) and Class C (energised electrical fires)
b. Keep a safe distance
c. Do not stand facing the wind direction
d. Stay out of thick smoke areas
e. For electrical fire, remember to switch for power supply if possible
f. Do NOT Hold the Discharge Tube when operating the CO2 Fire Extinguisher as it might lead to frostbite

13. HOSE REEL SYSTEM

14. HOSE REEL ADVANTAGES: Minimise manpower One-man operated User friendly
Minimal back pressure
Suitable for use by most people
Easy to operate/ be deployed
Mobility
Non-Kinking reinforced rubber about 30m long.
Hose extends from 15m to 30m
Strength
9m throw ( water dispenses to distance of 9m) Achievable flow rate of 0.4 liters/sec.

15. HOSE REEL
It is important to assess the type and source of fire before using a Hose reel to put out the fire!
Type of Fire
Hose reel suitability
Class A
(Solid combustible material)
YES
Class B
(Flammable gases and liquid) NO
Class C
(Electrical fire)
Class D
(Reactive metals)

16. Check that there are no obstructions preventing the
Checking of Hose Reel
Check that there are no obstructions preventing the
use of the Hose Reel.
Check that the key to unlock the Hose Reel cabinet is housed on the cabinet.

17. Standard Fire Hose Reel enclosed in red cabinet.
Notice key at the right corner
KEY

18. 1. Break glass covering to retrieve key2
2. Unlock the cabinet door
3. Check that Hose Reel is intact and not tangled 3

19. 4. Turn ON the valve to let the water flow
(anti - clockwise direction )

20. 5. Pull out the drum towards you The Drum can swivel left to right

21. 6. Point the nozzle down and away

22. 7
7. Turn the Nozzle Clockwise to test if the hose is working

23. Turn the nozzle carefully to control the amount of water gushing out
NOTE
Always point
Nozzle down
and away from
you
Turn the nozzle carefully to control the amount of water gushing out

24. 8. Assistant to unwind the drum to extend the hose

25. Hose controller and assistant must cooperate
Take Note!!!
Hose controller and assistant must cooperate

26. Assistant must follow hose trail and ensure Hose is straightened

27. Assistant must keep hose reel in line of sight at all times

28. 9
9. Assistant must keep Hose Controller within his view / line of sight

29. 10
10. Hand ready to twist nozzle to turn on hose reel
Note: Hose controller must keep low when approaching Fire

30. Point to Note:
Hose Reel handler and assistant must not be standing on the same side of the hose. They should be on opposite sides of the hose.

31. Ensure the hose is not kinked!
Point to Note:
Ensure the hose is not kinked!

32. Keeping the Hose Reel

33. 1
1. When keeping the hose, ensure it is not entangled

34. 2. Assistant will help to reel the hose into the drum
Note: make sure the hose does not get entangled 2

35. 3 Straighten the water Hose Assist in rolling up of the water Hose
Ensure Hose is reeled in neatly.

36. 4. Push hose reel drum into cabinet

37. 5. Remember to shut off water supply.

38. 6
6. Close cabinet door

39. 7. Lock the cabinet and mount the key back on the key holder

40. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Ensure that water supply is available before pulling out the hose reel towards the fire.
Keep your position low whilst fighting fire in an enclosed area.
In open areas, check for wind direction before moving towards the fire with the hose reel. Move in an upwind direction to avoid smoke and heat.

41. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
In cases where you are trapped in a smoke logged situation, use the hose reel as a guideline to lead you out from hazard area.
Use the hose reel to extinguish solid combustible materials only.
Do not use the hose reel to extinguish Class B (flammable liquids/gases) or C (energised electrical equipment) fires.

42. CONCLUSION
By applying correct methods of extinguishing fire with proper firefighting equipment, you can save lives and properties!!