Fire Extinguisher Awareness

10/12/2017 (Permalink)

SERVPRO® of Elizabeth City, Outer Banks, 252-331-7889

A portable fire extinguisher can save lives and property by putting out a small fire or containing it until the fire department arrives; but they do have their limits.  Never underestimate a fire and how quickly it will grow and spread, make getting out safely your #1 priority.  

A portable fire extinguisher should only be used when the fire is contained in a small area, such as a wastebasket, and is not growing; everyone has exited the building; the fire department has been called or is being called; and the room is not filled with smoke.

To operate a fire extinguisher, remember the word PASS:

• Pull the pin.  Hold the extinguisher with the nozzle pointing away from you, and  release the locking mechanism.
• Aim low.  Point the extinguisher at the base of the fire.
• Squeeze the lever slowly and evenly.
• Sweep the nozzle from side-to-side.

NFPA Fire extinguisher safety tips 

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