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SAFETY ALERT

SAFETY ALERT. Fire Extinguisher Explosion. These pictures were extracted from material issued by Agip KCO following the fatality of an employee being trained to use a fire extinguisher. Note: The pressure on the bottom of fire extinguisher is 2500 kg. Training area and the victim.

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SAFETY ALERT

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  1. SAFETY ALERT Fire Extinguisher Explosion These pictures were extracted from material issued by Agip KCO following the fatality of an employee being trained to use a fire extinguisher. Note: The pressure on the bottom of fire extinguisher is 2500 kg. Training area and the victim Corroded pressure cylinder/valve Connection hole to the pressure cylinder/valve and part of finger Extinguisher bottom away from site Signs of corrosion • KEY Learning’s: • Fire extinguishers must be regularly inspected to ensure that they will work properly if needed, minimizing injury and property damage from fire. • Fire extinguishers with dents, leaks, rust, chemical deposits or other signs of abuse/wear should be immediately replaced. • Fire extinguishers must be pressure tested every 5 years to ensure the cylinder is safe to use. Prepared by Operational Safety Support Team Central HSES

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