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2. 2 Learning Points –Learn more about fire and flammable materials –Identify special needs of those in your care during an emergency –Review the steps for discharging a fire extinguisher –Understand the steps for responding to a fire emergency

3. 3 About Fire What causes fire? –Fuel –Heat –Oxygen Classifications of Fire – A,B,C,D,K Activity: Identify Flammable Materials

4. 4 Sources/Risks Common sources of fire Who is at risk? Double check fire drill/evacuation schedule

5. 5 Fire Extinguishers Different types for different fires Multi-purpose extinguishers required Video: Using a Fire Extinguisher Using a Fire Extinguisher (courtesy of Fire Chief Publications) Where are your fire extinguishers located?

6. 6 R.A.C.E.E. R = Rescue A = Activate the alarm C = Control E = Evacuate E = Extinguish

7. 7 Review & Wrap Up Review the Learning Points –Learn more about fire and flammable materials –Identify special needs of those in your care during an emergency –Review the steps for discharging a fire extinguisher –Understand the steps for responding to a fire emergency Wrap-Up