Fire Extinguisher Tips for Your Greer Home or Business

5/29/2018 (Permalink)

There are many types of fire extinguishers. Make sure that you are using the correct type for the category of fire you are dealing with.

During moments of crisis, we often make decisions within the moment. Sometimes we make decisions out of instinct from training, or we react out of panic. Reactions can solve the problem or can make them worse. That is why running training drills or attending continuing education courses will build knowledge and develop an instinct to make smart decisions is paramount to the success of safety.

National Building Safety Month concludes with a week dedicated to Improving Education & Training Standards for a Safer Tomorrow, and we would like to offer up some basic information on fire extinguishers from FireExtinguisherTraining.com to wrap up the month. Remember it is important to know what type of fire you are dealing with and what type of extinguisher needed for each type

Part of using a fire extinguisher properly is knowing the Three A’s:

• Activate the building’s alarm system or call 911 to notify the proper authorities
• Look for anyone in immediate danger or incapacitated and Assist them in exiting the building (without risk to yourself)
• After A’s 1 & 2 are completed, should you Attempt to extinguish the

You should also only attempt to fight a fire if

• the fire is small and contained
• you are safe from toxic smoke
• you have the means to escape
• your instincts (there is that word again) tell you that it is ok

If there is a fire and it is safe for you to take action with the proper type of extinguisher, remember to P.A.S.S.

Pull the pin

Aim the nozzle or hose at the base of the fire from a safe distance

Squeeze the lever to discharge the extinguisher

Sweep the nozzle from side to side until the fire is out, moving forward as the fire diminishes. Be alert in case of re-ignition.

Practicing using fire extinguishers with your family or coworkers can help to educate and promote safety at home and the office and make sure that you are as prepared as you can be in the event of an incident.

SERVPRO of East Greenville County is here to help.

If you have had a fire and have damage to your property because of the fire, smoke, or soot we are happy to help with your repair or restoration needs. Call us at 864-292-3495 anytime.