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SAFETY MEETING

SAFETY MEETING . “Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety” . Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety. Extinguishment Theory Remove Heat Remove Fuel Reduce Oxygen WILL Inhibit Chemical Chain Reaction. Fuel Classifications. Class A : Wood, paper, cloth, trash, plastics—solids that are not metals.

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SAFETY MEETING

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  1. SAFETY MEETING

  2. “Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety”

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

  4. Fuel Classifications Class A: Wood, paper, cloth, trash, plastics—solids that are not metals. Class B: Flammable liquids—gasoline, oil, grease, acetone. Includes flammable gases. Class C: Electrical—energized electrical equipment. As long as it’s “plugged in.” Class D: Metals—potassium, sodium, aluminum, magnesium. Requires Metal-X, foam, and other special extinguishing agents.

  5. Extinguisher Common features • Locking pin • Carrying handle / operating lever • Pressure gauge • Label : • Type (Water, C02, Dry Chemical) • Classification (A, B, C) • NFPA capacity Rating • Instructions • Check Tag Date • Discharge nozzle or horn

  6. REACTupon discovery of fire or smoke Removepersons in immediate danger! Ensure containment of (confine fire/smoke) Alert everyone in your work area Contact your Supervisor Treat ALL fires as DANGEROUS!

  7. Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety • Some Causes of Fire? • Electrical • Combustibles • Housekeeping • Heat Sources (cutting/ welding) • Flammable & Combustible Liquids • Machinery

  8. Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety • Quick-Check • Is it Ready To Use?

  9. Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety • How to use of Fire Extinguisher • The P.A.S.S. Method • It is easy to remember how to use a fire extinguisher if you can remember the acronym PASS, which stands for Pull, Aim, Squeeze, and Sweep. • Pull the Pin. This will allow you to operate the extinguisher.

  10. Portable Fire Extinguisher • The P.A.S.S. Method Cont. • Aim at the base of the fire. Point the extinguisher nozzle (or hose) at the base of the fire. • Squeeze the lever above the handle. This discharges the extinguisher agent. Releasing the lever will stop the discharge.

  11. Portable Fire Extinguisher Safety • The P.A.S.S. Method Cont. • Sweep from side to side. Moving carefully toward the fire, keep the extinguisher aimed at the base of the fire and sweep back and forth until the flames appear to be out. Watch the fire area. If the fire re-ignites, repeat the process.

  12. If equipment catches fire: • De-energize the equipment immediately! • Activate the machine’s fire suppression system. • Remove any combustibles from the area: • If you can without danger to yourself. • Report the fire to others and seek help: • Make sure electrical power is de-energized before you apply water to the equipment. • Make certain that you have a clear path of retreat to a safe area when fire fighting.

  13. In Summary • Don’t Loose your head, Remain Calm • Approach from upwind side if possible, • With your back to the escape route. • Use Pass, • Pull • Aim • Squeeze • Sweep Put the fire out.

  14. THANK YOU& WORK SAFE TODAY

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