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2. Welcome to Fort Campbell’s Fire Extinguisher Online Training Course! As you progress through this course, you will need to be familiar with the layout. The course is set-up into four sections and each section must be completed before moving on. You will find pictures, informational boxes, and video in each section to teach you (or refresh your memory) about fire extinguishers and their use. Use the icons shown at the right to help you navigate through the course. You may need to ‘hover’ over a certain icon to watch a video, check an answer, or advance to the next part of the course.

3. Course Objectives Participants will gain knowledge of: OSHA’s requirement of the Employer. The basic chemistry of fire. The classifications of fire. The importance of portable fire extinguishers. The common types of fire extinguishers. Limitations of equipment and the operator. Proper technique when using a portable fire extinguisher.

4. OSHA Requirement OSHA requires employers to provide fire extinguisher training according to: 29 CFR 1910.157(g) Where the employer has provided portable fire extinguishers for employee use in the workplace, the employer shall also provide an educational program to familiarize employees with: • The general principles of fire extinguisher use and • The hazards involved with incipient stage fire fighting • Upon initial employment and • At least annually thereafter. Additional references: AR 420-1, CAM REG 420-24, NFPA 10

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6. To understand how fire extinguishers work, you need to understand a little about fire. Fire is a rapid chemical reaction between oxygen and a combustible material, which results in the release of heat, light, flames, and smoke.

7. For fire to exist, the following three elements must be present at the same time: •  Enough oxygen to sustain combustion, •  Enough heat to raise the material to its ignition • temperature, •  Some sort of fuel or combustible material. •  When these elements are present, a chemical reaction • that creates and sustains fire occurs.

8. To extinguish a fire, You need to remove one of following three elements : heat oxygen fuel By removing one of the elements, the chemical reaction that created the fire will be “blocked” or removed and the fire will go out.

9. Let’s Review! Three Elements are required for fire to exist: Heat, Fuel, and Oxygen. When these three elements come together, it causes a Chemical Chain Reaction that creates and sustains FIRE! Remove one of the Elements and the fire will be extinguished or “it will go out.”

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11. As you can see by the Icon to the right, there are five classes of fire: A,B,C,D, and K. Click on the video to learn more! Section Two

12. Let’s Review! • Class A: Wood, paper, cloth, trash, etc… • Class B: Flammable liquids-Flammable gases. • Class C: Anything Electrical (Live, has current, or ‘plugged’ in). • Class D: Metals: i.e. potassium, sodium, aluminum, magnesium, etc… • Class K: Commercial Kitchens: Restaurants, DFAC’s, Mobile Food Trucks (if cooking), etc…

13. Review Cont. REMEMBER! One fire extinguisher cannot control ALL classes of fire. Ensure you have the right extinguisher for your workplace. The three common classes of fire that you may see in your workplace is Class A, B, and C.

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15. You alone must make the ‘Fight or Flight’ decision when it comes to small fires. Education and hands-on training should help you decide to FIGHT a small fire or evacuate (take FLIGHT from) the area. Fire Extinguishers Small fires can often be extinguished quickly and safely. To accomplish this, you must know the type of extinguisher you have and how to use it in the event of a fire.

16. There are different types of fire extinguishers designed to fight different types of fires. In the next few slides we will talk briefly about each type.

17. Class A extinguishers can be used for Class A type fires ONLY! Class A fire extinguishers contain water and compressed air (or nitrogen). This type of extinguisher ‘cools’ the fire and causes it to go out. This is a Class A fire extinguisher. Warning! Do NOT use Class A fire extinguishers on any other type/class of fire.

18. BC-ABC Extinguishers These types of fire extinguishers have a dry chemical/powder inside and is used for fires rated for Class A, B, and/or C. ABC-BC extinguishers put out fires by coating the fuel with a chemical or powder. As we learned earlier, this process interrupts the CHEMICAL REACTION of a fire.

19. What’s the big deal about wind direction and technique when using an ABC/BC Fire Extinguisher?

20. PLAY Did you notice the design difference of a Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Extinguisher compared to the others? A CO2 Extinguisher has a ‘horn’ and does not have a gauge.

21. This is a Class D type fire extinguisher. For the purpose of this course we will not cover it in detail. This type of extinguisher is used for combustible metals like magnesium, titanium, uranium, potassium, calcium, sodium, and lithium. You will typically use this type of fire extinguisher in a Motorpool/Airfield setting.

22. Used in Commercial Kitchen fires involving oils like: canola Corn Safflower Olive oil Butter Margarine Lard Bacon grease K Class Fire Extinguishers

23. Fire Extinguisher Inspections The Fire Prevention Coordinator for the Facility is responsible for: Monthly fire extinguisher inspections. Training Occupants on the use of fire extinguishers. Exchange/Service fire extinguishers annually. Correct/Report fire related deficiencies for the facility. Schedule/Attend an annual fire extinguisher course. PLAY CAUTION! CamReg 420-24, Para 2-11. Tampering or destroying any Fire Emergency Safety equipment a. Knowingly tampering with or destroying any Fire Emergency Safety equipment is punishable by Title 18 U.S.C Section 13, the Kentucky Revised Statues (KRS), and the Tennessee Code Annotated(TCA).

24. Let’s Review! Water Extinguishers are for Class A fires ONLY! Multi-Purpose- Dry Chemical Extinguishers are for Class A, B, & C fires CO2 Extinguishers are for Class B & C fires Class K Extinguishers are for Commercial Cooking fires Ensure: you inspect your fire extinguishers monthly, check for debris in the hose, check for damage or excessive wear, tamper seal and pin are in place, the gauge reads green, extinguishers are serviced annually, to hold extinguisher up side down to keep powder loose, the back of the tag has a recent signature/date, and do not tamper with emergency devices.

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26. Occupants need to be aware that a fire extinguisher lasts anywhere between 20 to 25 seconds… …A fire can double in size every 30 seconds. Since there may be a time a fire could occur, we need to talk about technique and what to do in the event of a fire.

27. Ensure you have the right fire extinguisher for the class of fire you are fighting. Approach the fire with caution and if the situation allows, SAFELY. Keep the exit/escape route at your back. NEVER turn your back to the fire. Yell FIRE at the first observation of an actual fire (no matter how small). This allows other personnel the chance to get out or help someone else out.

28. Use the P.A.S.S. Method when attempting to extinguish the fire. Because people react differently in emergency situations, keep the fire extinguisher in the cabinet, on the hanger, or set it on the floor until you pull the pin. This will keep you from squeezing the handle too soon while attempting to pull the pin. Don’t start squeezing the handle until you are approximately 8-10 feet away. Remember you only have around 20-25 seconds of extinguisher use. Do not get too close or stand over a fire while using an extinguisher. The embers, burning liquid, etc can be blown back onto you.

29. Identify a safe evacuation path before approaching the fire. Do not allow the fire, heat, or smoke to come between you and your evacuation path. If possible, always have two ways out of your facility, practice getting out, and have a designated meeting place! Testing your emergency/evacuation plan in action is important for the safety and well being of all occupants.

30. It’s important that someone calls 911 as soon as possible and in another building or location than the fire/emergency. Fort Campbell’s non-emergency number: 270.798.1221 If using your cell phone on Fort Campbell, 911 is still the number to call for an emergency but be aware that the cell towers could ‘bounce’ you to a neighboring city’s 911 center. Be patient and stay calm! You may need to tell the emergency operator your information again. Tell the emergency operator that you are on Fort Campbell and they will transfer you in a matter of seconds.

31. Let’s Review! 1. Approach a small fire safely and cautiously. 2. Use the P.A.S.S. method. 3. Evacuate through the nearest exit. 4. Have a Meeting Place for accountability purposes. 5. Call 911! 6. Stay calm…Remember, cell towers may send you to a neighboring city’s 911 Center.

32. Fire Extinguisher Exchange Program 10 and/or 20 lb ABC Fire Extinguishers can be exchanged at Fire Station #3, Bldg. 7160 G Avenue, 798-4511 between the hours of 0800 – 1000 and 1300 – 1500 Tuesday thru Thursday. When a unit, or directorate brings unserviceable/discharged extinguishers to the Extinguisher Shop to be exchanged they will need to bring a copy of the completed fire report (FC Form 4282 Structural Incident Report) provided by the Fire Department, or a memo signed by the Commander or Director explaining why it was discharged or damaged. If the extinguisher is due normal annual service then the above action does not apply.

33. Great Job! You have completed all required sections of the course. Now you are ready to take the test! Click on the Airborne Eagle iconto begin the exam.

34. For fire to exist, what three elements must be present at the same time? A. Oxygen, Fire, and Fuel B. Oxygen, Heat, and Fuel C. Oxygen, Heat, and a Chemical Chain Reaction

35. A. Oxygen, Fire, and Fuel SORRY Try Again

36. C. Oxygen, Heat, and a Chemical Chain Reaction SORRY Try Again

37. For fire to exist, what three elements must be present at the same time? A. Oxygen, Fire, and Fuel B. Oxygen, Heat, and Fuel Great Job! C. Oxygen, Heat, and a Chemical Chain Reaction

38. What is the term used when all 3 elements are present (HINT: creates and sustains fire)? A. Chemical Chain Reaction B. Chemical Make-up C. B.L.E.V.E.

39. B. Chemical Make-up SORRY Try Again

40. C. B.L.E.V.E. SORRY Try Again

41. What is the term used when all 3 elements are present (HINT: creates and sustains fire)? A. Chemical Chain Reaction B. Chemical Make-up Well Done! C. B.L.E.V.E.

42. By removing one of the elements (heat, fuel, or oxygen), what will happen to a fire? A. Nothing B. The fire will increase in size C. The fire will go out

43. A. Nothing SORRY Try Again

44. B. The fire will increase in size SORRY Try Again

45. By removing one of the elements (heat, fuel, or oxygen), what will happen to a fire? A. Nothing B. The fire will increase in size Correct! C. The fire will go out

46. What are the 5 classes of fire? A. Wood, paper, cloth, plastic, leaves B. A, B, C, D, & K C. AB, BC, ABC, D, C

47. A. Wood, paper, cloth, plastic, leaves SORRY Try Again

48. C. AB, BC, ABC, D, C SORRY Try Again

49. What are the 5 classes of fire? A. Wood, paper, cloth, plastic, leaves B. A, B, C, D, & K Not Bad! C. AB, BC, ABC, D, C

50. What is a Class C fire? A. Water B. Commercial Kitchens C. Electrical