2. Objectives
At the end of the session participants will be
able to:
• Explain the theory of fire
• Name the types of fire
• List at least five fire prevention tips
• Name two fire prevention suppression devices
• List the types of fire extinguishers
3. Objectives
• Demonstrate how to correctly use a fire
extinguisher
• List the rules for fighting fires
• Itemize the important evacuation steps
• Demonstrate how to put out a fire
4. Theory of Fire
All fires must have these three elements in
order to continue to blaze
9. USA Fire Classification
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Fire Class Geometric
Symbol
Pictogram Intended Use Mnemonic
A
Ordinary solid
combustibles
A for "Ash"
B
Flammable liquids and
gases
B for
“Barrel"
C
Energized electrical
equipment
C for
“Current”
D
(none) Combustible
metals
D for
"Dynamite”
K Oils and fats
K for
"Kitchen”
10. UK Fire Classification
• The UK recognizes Six fire classes:
• Class A fires involve organic solids such as paper
and wood
• Class B fires involve flammable or combustible
liquids, including petrol, grease, and oil
• Class C fires involve flammable gases
• Class D fires involve combustible metals
• Class E fires involve electrical
equipment/appliances
• Class F fires involve cooking fat and oil
12. Types of Fire Extinguishers for
Various Fires
ABC Fire Extinguisher
Can be used for all A,B,C
classes of fires
13. Types of Fire Extinguishers for
Various Fires
A Fire Extinguisher
Can be used for all Class A
Fires
14. Types of Fire Extinguishers for
Various Fires
AB Fire Extinguisher
For all A,B classes of fire
15. Types of Fire Extinguishers for
Various Fires
BC Fire Extinguisher (Carbon Dioxide)
Can be used for all B,C
classes of fire
16. Types of Fire Extinguishers for
Various Fires
D Fire Extinguishers
A Class D fire extinguisher
is required in places where
combustible metal is being
used
These include metals
such as magnesium,
potassium, titanium
and sodium
17. Types of Fire Extinguishers for
Various Fires
K Fire Extinguishers
A type K fire is a hot oil or grease
fire
These fires burn at extremely
high temperatures, as cooking oils
and grease are extremely
combustible
18. How to Use a Fire Extinguisher
A four step procedure is used. It is referred to by
the acronym P.A.S.S.
• P- Pull- the pin at the top of the extinguisher
• A- Aim- the nozzle towards the base of the fire
• S- Squeeze- the handles together
• S- Sweep- the nozzle from side to side
23. Water can be Used When
Fighting:
• Class A Fires
• Class B Fires
• Some Class K Fires
24. Do Not Use Water On
• Fires where live electricity is present — as water
conducts electricity it presents an electrocution
hazard
• Hydrocarbon fires — as it will only spread the fire
because of the difference in density
• Metal fires — as these fires produce huge
amounts of energy and water can also create
violent chemical reactions with burning metal
• Fat fires — as vapor will carry and spread burning
oil everywhere
25. Ash, Foam and Dry Sand
Used for
• Class B fires
• Class D fires
• Fires in water eg. on the sea
26. The Rules for Fighting a Fire
Remember the Three A's
• ACTIVATE the building alarm system or
notify the fire department by calling 911
or, have someone else do this for you
• ASSIST any persons in immediate danger,
or those incapable on their own, to exit
the building, without risk to yourself
• ATTEMPT to extinguish the fire only after
the first two have been completed
27. The Rules for Fighting a Fire
Only fight a fire if:
• The fire is small and contained
• The fire is not above your waist
• You are safe from toxic smoke
• You have a means of escape
• Your instincts tell you it's OK
28. Rules for Fighting a Fire
Do not fight the fire
• If you are unsure of what started the fire
• If the fire is spreading rapidly beyond the
spot where it started evacuate
immediately
• If you don't have adequate or
appropriate equipment
31. Fire Extinguisher Inspection
Fire extinguishers must be inspected every
30 days
Check for:
• Correct location
• Accessibility and visibility
• Is the pressure gauge showing the
correct pressure
33. Evacuation Procedures
RACE
• R-remove anyone from immediate
danger
• A-activate the building alarm
• C-confine the fire by closing windows and
doors
• E-evacuate the building
34. Evacuation Procedures
Inform colleagues who are still working
Promptly leave / evacuate the building
using the nearest emergency exit route
Gather and report to the Safety Officer at
the designated assembly point
Ensure that your name is called during a
headcount
35. Evacuation Procedures
DO NOT return to the office / room to take
things
DO NOT overtake or push other evacuees
DO NOT be playful, joke around or make light of
the evacuation
36. Evacuation Procedures
If there are occupants who are sick, hurt or
disabled, assist them to evacuate the
building
Occupants may re-enter the building in an
orderly fashion only AFTER the building is
declared safe
37. If Your Clothes is on Fire
• Stop
• Drop
• Roll
• Seek medical attention
38. If Someone’s Clothes is on Fire
• Try to stop them from running around
• Assist them behind
• Drop them to the ground
• Roll with them
• Use a thick clothing/ blanket to wrap
around the person to smother the fire
• Seek medical attention
39. Remember !
• After a fire the building must be declared
safe by the fire department
• Report directly to:
• Police Station- 876- 926- 0000
• Fire Station- 876-922-0000
or
• 112, 911, 119
40. Rules for Simulation Exercise
• All participants must wear a dust mask and a
gown
• The fire extinguisher is not a toy and must not
be used after the flame has been extinguished
• Wash your face and hands after the exercise is
complete
• Do not reuse the face mask and gown
