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Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety

Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety. Sandra Kulik, CSP, CFPS University Fire Safety Engineer Virginia Tech Environmental Health & Safety Services Occupational Safety Division. Emergency Procedures.

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Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety

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  1. Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety Sandra Kulik, CSP, CFPS University Fire Safety Engineer Virginia Tech Environmental Health & Safety Services Occupational Safety Division

  2. Emergency Procedures If there is a fire in this building during our presentation - we will be notified and asked to leave in an orderly manner. Remain outside until we are given the all clear by the fire or police department.

  3. Environmental Concerns Location of: Restrooms Drinking fountain Vending machines Smoking is prohibited

  4. Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety What are we going to Learn Today? • What “fire” is. • Classifications of fire. • Leading fire causes. • Fire prevention. • Importance of portable fire extinguishers • Types of portable fire extinguishers. • How to use a portable fire extinguishers. • Making the “right” decision. • Reporting an emergency.

  5. Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety What is Fire? A rapid chemical reaction. the self-sustaining process of rapid oxidation of a fuel, which produces heat and light.

  6. Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety • Extinguishment Theory • Remove Heat • Remove Fuel • Reduce Oxygen • WILL • Inhibit Chemical • Chain Reaction

  7. Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety Classification of Fire Class A or Ordinary Combustibles This includes fuels such as wood,paper, plastic, rubber, and cloth. Green Triangle

  8. Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety Classification of Fire Class B or Flammable and Combustible Liquids and Gases This includes all hydrocarbon and alcohol based liquids and gases that will support combustion. Red Square

  9. Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety Classification of Fire Class C or Electrical This includes all fires involving energized electrical equipment. Blue Circle

  10. Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety Classification of Fire Class D or Combustible Metals Examples of these types metals are: zirconium, titanium, potassium, and magnesium. D Yellow Star

  11. Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety Classification of Fire Class K for fires in unsaturated cooking oils in well insulated cooking appliances in commercial kitchens.

  12. Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety Some Causes of Fire ? Electricity Improper storage Housekeeping Space Heaters Cleaning supplies Construction Flammable & Combustible Liquids Machinery Any Ideas on Prevention?

  13. Your first line of defense! Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety The importance of portable fire extinguishers?

  14. Now, let’s watch a video. “Fire Extinguishers at Work” National Fire Protection Association

  15. Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety Characteristics Water extinguisher 30-40 ft. 60 sec. Dry chemical 5-20 ft. 8-25 sec. CO2 extinguisher 3-8 ft. 8-30 sec.

  16. “Quick-Check” Is It Ready To Use ?

  17. Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety Making That “Right” Decision • You are trained in the use of extinguishers. • You know what is burning. • Fire is not spreading rapidly. • Smoke and heat has not filled the area. • You have a clear path of escape. • Follow your instincts.

  18. Aim the hose or nozzle. Pull the pin. Squeeze the lever. Sweepthe agent. Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety The P.A.S.S. Method

  19. Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety Reporting an Emergency • Dial 911. • It is not recommended you stay in the building to call, call from an adjunct building or an emergency “blue” phone. • Give as much information as possible to the emergency dispatcher.

  20. Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety You are not expected to be firefighters!

  21. Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety Thank You For Your Time! Any Questions?

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