Fire Extinguisher: How a Fire Extinguisher Works
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Mastering fire extinguisher use is essential for maintaining safety and preventing minor fires from escalating into major hazards. This course focuses on the PASS technique (Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep), a straightforward method to safely and effectively operate fire extinguishers, as well as critical safety considerations when attempting to extinguish a fire. Participants will also gain insight into evaluating fire size, maintaining a safe escape route, avoiding smoke inhalation, and ensuring extinguisher readiness to enhance emergency response preparedness. By the end of this course, participants will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to act decisively and safely in fire-related emergencies.
Course Objectives:
Demonstrate the correct use of the PASS technique to safely and effectively extinguish fires.;Apply safety protocols to evaluate fire size, location, and surrounding hazards before attempting to extinguish a fire.;Identify key indicators of fire extinguisher readiness and explain the importance of maintaining proper extinguisher functionality.
Duration: 6 min.
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Microsoft Internet Explorer 10 or higher, Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, iPad iOS, Mac OS 10, Apple Safari 8, Android Google Chrome. Works on Mobile, Tablet or Computer.
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Fire Extinguisher: How a Fire Extinguisher Works
Mastering fire extinguisher use is essential for maintaining safety and preventing minor fires from escalating into major hazards. This course focuses on the PASS technique (Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep), a straightforward method to safely and effectively operate fire extinguishers, as well as critical safety considerations when attempting to extinguish a fire. Participants will also gain insight into evaluating fire size, maintaining a safe escape route, avoiding smoke inhalation, and ensuring extinguisher readiness to enhance emergency response preparedness. By the end of this course, participants will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to act decisively and safely in fire-related emergencies.
Course Objectives:
Demonstrate the correct use of the PASS technique to safely and effectively extinguish fires.;Apply safety protocols to evaluate fire size, location, and surrounding hazards before attempting to extinguish a fire.;Identify key indicators of fire extinguisher readiness and explain the importance of maintaining proper extinguisher functionality.
Duration: 6 min.