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FIRE EXTINGUISHERS  10 Important Rules to Remember:
Class B Flammable Liquids Class C Electrical Equipment Learn how and when to use a fire extinguisher before an emergency and... always keep your fire extinguisher fully charged! WHEN NOT TO FIGHT A FIRE...
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1. Most fires start small. Except for explosions,
fires can usually by brought under control if they are attacked correctly with the
right type and size of extinguisher within the first two minutes!
2. A fire extinguisher should be "listed and
labeled" by an independent testing laboratory. The higher the rating number on an A
or B or C extinguisher, the more fire it can put out. Be careful, high-rated units are
often heavier models. Make sure you can hold and operate the model you are buying.
3. A portable fire extinguisher can save lives and
property by putting out a small fire or containing it until the fire department arrives.
Before attempting to fight a small fire be sure everyone is out of the building. It
is important to have someone call the fire department. If the fire starts to spread or
threatens your escape path, get out immediately!
4.
The operator must know how
to use the extinguisher, quickly without taking time to read directions during an
emergency. Remember that the extinguishers need care and must be recharged after every
use.
5. PULL... Pull the pin. Some extinguishers require releasing a lock latch,
pressing a puncture lever or other motion.
6. AIM... Aim low, pointing the extinguisher nozzle at the base of the fire.
7.
SQUEEZE... Squeeze
the handle. This releases the extinguishing agent.
8. SWEEP... Sweep from side to side at the base of the fire until it appears
to be out. Watch the fire area in case fire breaks out again, and repeat use of
extinguisher if necessary.
9. Most portable extinguishers work according to
these directions. But some do not. Read and follow the directions on your extinguisher. If
you have the slightest doubt about whether or not to fight a fire - DON'T! Get out and
close the door behind you.
10.10. The Bainbridge Twp. Fire Dept. will conduct Fire Extinguisher Training as
well as many other Fire Safety related instructions. Call us or 
