Safety: Basic Fire Fighting
The knowledge of Basic Fire Fighting is needed to prevent, control & extinguish small fires safely & effectively. This knowledge is necessary for everyone to know so they can handle fires in the workplace, home & other public areas.
Prevent fires by:
- Recognizing fire hazards: Flammable materials, faulty electrical equipment, uncontrolled fires
- Storing chemicals, hot objects & other hazardous materials properly
- Maintaining equipment regularly
- Avoiding overloading electrical outlets
Important Keys about Fire:
- Fire needs 3 elements to burn: Heat, fuel & oxygen
- Extinguish the fire by removing one of the 3 elements: Closing the fire with a blanket will remove the oxygen, or cooling the fire with water will reduce the heat
Fire Extinguisher Technique:
- Pull the pin to open the extinguisher
- Point the extinguisher at the base of the fire
- Press the handle to release the extinguishing agent
- Spray from side to side to fight the fire
Warning:
- Evacuate immediately if the fire becomes too big
- Keep your face down to avoid the smoke
- Do not use the elevator during a fire
Best advice:
- Prevent fires!
- Protect & save lives, assets & property!
- Avoid losses!
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I am Astrid Amalia, the Founder of GWB (GlobalWide Business) at https://globalwidebusiness.blogspot.com.
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