Fire Extinguishers

1. Fight or Flee

Your safety is the top priority! Do not fight the fire if:

• There is a considerable amount of heat.
• There is significant smoke or fumes.
• There is any possibility of getting trapped by the fire.

2. Call 911

Always call 911 before attempting to extinguish the fire.

3. Choose the Correct Extinguisher

A- For use with ordinary materials like cloth, wood and paper. Often found in homes and businesses.

B- For use with combustible and flammable liquids like grease, gasoline, oil, and oil-based paints. Often found in homes and businesses.

C- For use with electrical equipment like appliances, tools or other equipment that is plugged in. Often found in homes and businesses.

D- For use with flammable metals. Often found in factories.

K- For use with vegetable oils, animal oils, and fats in cooking appliances. Often found in commercial kitchens.

4. Remember to P.A.S.S.

1. Pull
2. Aim
3. Squeeze
4. Sweep

5. After the Fire

Fires frequently re-ignite so always call 911 to have the fire department ensure the fire is safely extinguished.

Make sure your fire extinguisher is recharged. No matter how long it was used, it will need to be checked and recharged.

If your fire extinguisher is not rechargeable, get a replacement one and properly dispose of the used one.

*Source: U.S. Fire Administration.